Veronica Villarreal
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Dedicated School Counselor with a proven track record in enhancing student achievement through targeted counseling and advocacy. Expertise in delivering preventive education and mediation services tailored to diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Committed to fostering an inclusive environment that promotes personal and academic growth for all students.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Corpus Christi Independent School District
Corpus Christi, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions addressing academic, social, and emotional challenges.
- Collaborated with teachers to devise strategies enhancing student performance in classrooms.
- Coordinated crisis interventions supporting students in navigating difficult life situations.
- Maintained precise documentation of student interactions, including assessments and treatment plans.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives promoting safety and inclusivity for all learners.
School Counselor/Licensed Professional Counselor
School Of Science And Technology
Corpus Christi, TX
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Collaborated with teachers to define therapy objectives and analyze progress.
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
Elementary School Counselor
Flour Bluff ISD
Corpus Christi, United States
08.2012 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with behavioral aides, teachers, LSSPs, and school nurses to assess student needs and strengths.
- Conducted group and individual counseling services to elementary students to meet developmental, preventive and remedial needs of students with learning disabilities.
- Maintained confidential behavioral data, special education reports and services reports.
- Used educational assessment strategies such as Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and MTSS to assist teachers with educational placement of students.
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Por Vida Academy Charter High School
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2010 - 06.2012
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Communicated closely with other counselors and resources to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Determined students' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist students in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for students to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TXBachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Student counseling and support
- Crisis intervention and mediation
- Individual and group therapy
- Educational planning and advisement
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Individualized education programs
- Student records management
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Career awareness and guidance
- Social and emotional health advocacy
Certification
LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified School Counselor
Timeline
School Counselor
Corpus Christi Independent School District
07.2023 - Current
School Counselor/Licensed Professional Counselor
School Of Science And Technology
11.2022 - 05.2023
Elementary School Counselor
Flour Bluff ISD
08.2012 - 06.2022
Licensed Professional Counselor
Por Vida Academy Charter High School
08.2010 - 06.2012
Master of Science - Counseling
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
The University of Texas At San Antonio
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