Jackeline Gaitan-Alarcon
Costa Mesa
Summary
Experienced and compassionate education professional with a Master of Education in School Counseling and a diverse background in public service, student support, and law enforcement. Brings nearly two decades of dedication to promoting equity and student success, with particular expertise in serving English Learners, immigrant families, and underserved communities. Demonstrated ability to build trust, deliver culturally responsive programs, and guide students academically, socially, and emotionally. Fluent in Spanish and deeply committed to fostering inclusive, safe, and empowering learning environments for all students.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor Intern
Newport Mesa Unified School District
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Guided K–12 students in academics, attendance, and social-emotional development through bilingual, culturally responsive strategies.
- Led college and career readiness activities including FAFSA, graduation, and postsecondary planning.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to support engagement and social skills.
- Collaborated with SARB teams to reduce chronic absenteeism.
- Strengthened school-family partnerships via ELAC, DELAC, and community engagement initiatives, boosting parent involvement by 30%.
School Community Facilitator
Newport Mesa Unified School District
09.2017 - Current
- Bridged communication between school and home, enhancing student outcomes.
- Connected families to local agencies and outreach programs to improve well-being and student engagement.
- Supported student services teams (IEPs, SSTs, MTSS, 504s) to address diverse academic and social-emotional needs.
- Increased access to services for McKinney-Vento families, improving stability and connectivity.
- Analyzed academic and behavioral data via AERIES and Schoology, boosting student engagement.
- Delivered staff training and coaching to 15–25 employees in job-specific competencies.
School Office Assistant II
Newport Mesa Unified School District
02.2013 - 02.2017
- Supported departments in early childhood education, health services, and transportation.
- Improved office operations, managed calendars, and facilitated efficient communications.
- Maintained accurate, confidential student records.
- Led preschool enrollment for over 300 students using AERIES.
Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Newport Mesa Unified School District
06.2008 - 06.2012
- Delivered daily academic and language support to 300+ English Learners.
- Fostered interactive peer learning and social-emotional development.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to enhance instructional strategies.
Second-Class Officer
National Police of Peru
02.1999 - 02.2005
- Conducted patrols and community outreach to ensure public safety.
- Investigated domestic violence cases
- Led crime prevention workshops in schools.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - School Counseling
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA11.2024
Bachelor of Science - Human Services, Mental Health Concentration
California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA03.2022
Technical Degree - Police Sciences
National Police School of Professional Education
03.1999
Skills
- Data-driven decision-making
- Social-emotional guidance
- Community engagement coordination
- English learner assistance
- Program development for parenting and mental health
- Crisis management expertise
- Postsecondary readiness support
- Proficient in bilingual communication
Certification
- Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential
- Child Welfare and Attendance (CWA) Credential
- Community Interpreter
Awards
- OCDE Special Education Services Award, Orange County, CA, 2024
- NMUSD Most Compassionate Instructor, Summer Language Academy, 2018
- Diploma of Honor for Outstanding Police Intervention, National Police of Peru, 2001/05
- Diploma of Honor, Second Place in the Table of Merit, National Police of Peru, 2000
Affiliations
- American School Counselor Association ASCA
Teaching Experience
- Co-Teacher, High School Summer Language Academy, NMUSD, 2018–2024
- Facilitator, School Smarts Program, NMUSD, 2018–2019
- Facilitator, Latino Literacy Program, NMUSD, 2022–2023
Timeline
School Counselor Intern
Newport Mesa Unified School District
03.2023 - 06.2024
School Community Facilitator
Newport Mesa Unified School District
09.2017 - Current
School Office Assistant II
Newport Mesa Unified School District
02.2013 - 02.2017
Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Newport Mesa Unified School District
06.2008 - 06.2012
Second-Class Officer
National Police of Peru
02.1999 - 02.2005
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - School Counseling
Concordia University Irvine
Bachelor of Science - Human Services, Mental Health Concentration
California State University Fullerton
Technical Degree - Police Sciences
National Police School of Professional Education
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