Yulisa Saldana
Tulare,CA
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counseling Intern at Pixley Elementary/Middle School
Pixley Union School District
Pixley, CA
03.2025 - 05.2025
- I assisted the school counselor in supporting students' emotional, social, and academic well-being.
- I helped with individual and group counseling sessions, classroom activities, observe students, and provide support for school events or programs.
- I assisted with creating resources, managing student records, and addressing issues like bullying, stress, or academic struggles.
Counseling Intern at Mission Oak High School
Tulare Joint Union High School District
Tulare, CA
10.2024 - 03.2025
- I supported students' academic, personal, and career development by assisting with individual counseling sessions and providing resources for college and career planning.
- I collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to monitor student progress, address behavioral and emotional concerns, and help students develop coping strategies.
- Additionally, I contributed to organizing, managing student records, registrations, and assisting in crisis interventions when needed..
Practicum Student at Sierra Vista Charter
Tulare Joint Union High School District
Tulare, CA
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with school psychologist, counselors, community liaison, and SEL Lead teacher in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) meetings.
- Assisted/observed in IEP meetings, senior meetings, new student enrollments, and regular student check-ins.
- Provided support in academic, emotional, and social development while helping students set and achieve personal goals.
- Support of the academic program; other related duties as required.
Instructional Aide at Sierra Vista Charter
Tulare Joint Union High School District
Tulare, CA
11.2022 - 10.2024
- Assisting a certified teacher in reinforcing instruction to individuals or small groups of students; monitor and report student progress.
- Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of the academic program; other related duties as required.
- Monitor students while testing, ensuring students are not cheating and making sure they stay on task.
AVID Tutor
Tulare Joint Union High School District
Tulare, CA
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Work in tutorial groups ensuring that students answer their essential questions on TRFs.
- Making sure students are asking questions to help their classmates.
- Ensuring that students stay organized.
Volunteer
Porterville Unified School District
Porterville, CA
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Under the supervision of the school psychologist, I was to observe her and take notes on her skills while she provided counseling and tested her students.
- When appropriate I was allowed to practice minimal counseling skills with the student.
- My responsibility was to build a rapport with the students, learned how to score students.
- Tested students processing, auditory memory and listening comprehension skills.
- I provided stress relief toys, activities to help them relieve anxieties while they were being counseled.
- I also attended a couple of IEP meetings and participated in classroom observations.
Education
MA - School Counseling PPSC with Child Welfare and Attendance Authorization
University of Massachusetts
Irvine, CA05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA12.2022
Diploma -
Tulare Western High School
Tulare, CA06.2018
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Leadership skills
- Communication skills
- Adaptability
- Interpersonal skills
- Active listener
- Empathetic
- Flexibility
- Time management
- Social skill building
- Emotional development
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate school counselor seeking a position where I can apply my
expertise in academic/career guidance and social-emotional support to foster a positive learning
environment. Eager to help students navigate personal and academic challenges, develop
coping strategies, and reach their full potential. Committed to promoting student well-being and
supporting the overall success of the school community.
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Certification
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential with CWA Authorization
References
- Daniel Dutto, School Principal/Supervisor, (559) 687-7384
- Guadalupe Aguilera, School Psychologist, (559) 827-1278
- Leticia Perez, School Counselor, (661) 586-8477
- Melissa Kelly, University Supervisor, (209) 988-8796
- Raquel Kelley, Supervisor, (559) 786-1424
Timeline
Counseling Intern at Pixley Elementary/Middle School
Pixley Union School District
03.2025 - 05.2025
Counseling Intern at Mission Oak High School
Tulare Joint Union High School District
10.2024 - 03.2025
Practicum Student at Sierra Vista Charter
Tulare Joint Union High School District
08.2023 - 10.2024
Instructional Aide at Sierra Vista Charter
Tulare Joint Union High School District
11.2022 - 10.2024
AVID Tutor
Tulare Joint Union High School District
09.2021 - 06.2022
Volunteer
Porterville Unified School District
09.2021 - 12.2021
MA - School Counseling PPSC with Child Welfare and Attendance Authorization
University of Massachusetts
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Fresno
Diploma -
Tulare Western High School
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