Belen Zamora Rios
Indio
Summary
Compassionate School Counselor focused on enhancing academic achievement, career exploration, and personal development. Guides students through A-G course requirements for college eligibility and delivers tailored career and education counseling. Promotes an equitable environment that fosters social-emotional growth and addresses barriers to success. Collaborates with students, families, educators, and community resources to empower all students to realize their full potential.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Prevention Specialist
Palms Sprinngs Unified School District
Palm Springs
03.2026 - Current
- Developed and implemented prevention programs enhancing student safety and well-being.
- Facilitated support groups that equipped students with healthy coping strategies, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.
- Developed educational materials for students and parents on prevention topics to enhance understanding and engagement.
- Tracked program participation and feedback to inform improvements, ensuring programs met student needs effectively.
Substitue Teacher/ Counselor
Palm Springs Unified School District
Palm Springs
10.2024 - 03.2026
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to address mental health issues, career concerns, and personal development.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars on mental health awareness, stress management, and coping strategies.
- Supported students by providing counseling and guidance during challenging situations.
- Assisted students in developing positive social skills, self-esteem, and behavioral management techniques.
- Assessed student needs upon arrival in order to provide appropriate interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior.
- Participated in IEP meetings and provided special education services.
- Encouraged open communication between school personnel and parents regarding student progress and issues related to academic success or failure.
Education Gudiance Counselor
Torres Martinez Tribal Tanf
Thermal
09.2010 - 10.2024
- Provided individual counseling to students addressing academic and personal challenges.
- Advised students on course selection and academic pathways.
- Consulted with families and staff to discuss strategies necessary for improved student social and academic performance.
- Facilitated transition planning for students moving from elementary to middle school, middle to high school, and beyond.
- Placed students into academically appropriate classes after reviewing data and records.
- Coordinated college and career fairs to expose students to postsecondary options and workforce opportunities.
- Planned and promoted career and employment-related programs and events, fully coordinating job fairs and career workshops.
- Referred to tests, records and interviews to evaluate students' or individuals' abilities and interests.
Education
Master of Arts - Masters of Education
National University
La Jolla, CA05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
Cal State San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA12-2006
Skills
- Prevention strategies
- Crisis intervention
- Student counseling
- Mental health awareness
- Conflict resolution
- Student records management
- Multicultural competence
- Career planning
- Development programs
- Goal setting
- Team collaboration
- Individual counseling
Timeline
Prevention Specialist
Palms Sprinngs Unified School District
03.2026 - Current
Substitue Teacher/ Counselor
Palm Springs Unified School District
10.2024 - 03.2026
Education Gudiance Counselor
Torres Martinez Tribal Tanf
09.2010 - 10.2024
Master of Arts - Masters of Education
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
Cal State San Bernardino