Emily Rubalcava
Porterville
Summary
Dedicated School Counselor focused on delivering support in academics, career planning, and personal development. Skilled in communication, conflict resolution, and collaboration with staff, parents, and community resources. Led group counseling sessions and implemented intervention strategies to enhance student well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counseling Resident
Lindsay Unified School District
Tulare
08.2025 - Current
- Provide individual and small-group counseling to students in grades TK-8, addressing social, emotional, and behavioral needs
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to identify students in need of emotional or behavioral interventions
- Participate in Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Student Study Team (SST) Meetings, 504 accommodation meetings, and Coordination of Services Team (COST) meetings to advocate for student needs and ensure equitable access to supports
- Implement restorative practices and positive behavior supports to strengthen school climate and student relationships
- Facilitated classroom guidance lessons that enhanced emotional regulation, self-awareness, and relationship skills among students
- Developed and implemented school-wide incentives that increased positive behavior and student engagement
- Utilize data systems such as Aeries to monitor attendance, academic progress, and interventions
- Introduced early college and career awareness activities to assist students in exploring strengths, interests, and future goals
Substitute on Special Assignment
Burton School District
Porterville
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Delivered classroom instruction aligned with grade-level standards and district curriculum, promoting student engagement and understanding
- Maintained positive and structured learning environments through effective classroom management
- Facilitated academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth of students across diverse settings, fostering a supportive learning atmosphere
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure continuity of learning and student success
- Executed four long-term substitute assignments, ensuring consistent learning experiences for students
Behavioral Technician
Burton School District
Porterville
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to implement effective behavior intervention plans, instructional strategies, and academic accommodations.
- Facilitated academic and behavioral growth for students in specialized learning environments, including Intensive Learning Centers (ILC) and Extended Intensive Learning Center (EILC) classrooms.
- Delivered individualized support to students needing behavioral and academic assistance, enhancing their learning experience.
- Participated in Student Study Team (SST) and 504 accommodation meetings to shape student success planning and intervention strategies.
- Worked across diverse educational settings, delivering tailored support to meet the unique needs of all learners.
Reading Intervention Aide
Burton School District
Porterville
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Delivered targeted reading interventions to improve student literacy and comprehension, contributing to overall academic success
- Developed and implemented personalized lesson plans targeting phonemic awareness, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension to support struggling readers
- Utilized evidence-based reading strategies and differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs
- Collaborated closely with classroom teachers and support staff to align intervention strategies with core classroom instruction and student learning goals
- Monitored and documented student progress through formative assessments, adjusting instruction based on data to optimize learning outcomes
- Fostered a positive and engaging learning environment, enhancing student confidence and motivation in reading
Education
Administrative Services Credential (Preliminary) -
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, Ca05-2027
M.A. - School Counseling
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA05-2026
Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential - School Counseling
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA05-2026
30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit -
Tulare County Office of Education
Visalia, Ca07-2024
B.A. - Psychology
Fresno State University
Fresno, CA05-2024
Skills
- Individual counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral intervention
- Academic support
- Student advocacy
- Data analysis
- Goal setting
- Emotional regulation
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Active listening
Professional Development
- California Association of Supervisors of Child Welfare and Attendance (CASCWA), Attended professional development sessions focused on improving student attendance, understanding attendance laws and policies, and fostering a positive and supportive school culture.
- Restorative Practices Training
- Hatching Results
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
- Mental Health First Aid Certification
- CASC Standards Certification
- California Association of School Counselors (CASC) Conference, Attended professional development sessions focused on social-emotional learning, emotional intelligence, lived experiences, and restorative practices in educational settings.
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Training
- Behavioral Technician 40-Hour Certification
- CPR Certificate
Timeline
School Counseling Resident
Lindsay Unified School District
08.2025 - Current
Substitute on Special Assignment
Burton School District
08.2024 - 06.2025
Behavioral Technician
Burton School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
Reading Intervention Aide
Burton School District
11.2021 - 08.2023
Administrative Services Credential (Preliminary) -
Fresno Pacific University
M.A. - School Counseling
Fresno Pacific University
Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential - School Counseling
Fresno Pacific University
30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit -
Tulare County Office of Education
B.A. - Psychology
Fresno State University