Julissa Hernandez
Fremont,CA
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Hirsch Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Facilitated parent engagement through regular communication, informational sessions, and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
School Counseling Intern
Studebaker Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with Community Support team to implement a comprehensive school counseling program for TK – 5th grade, providing academic, social-emotional, college and career, and behavior support
- Collaborated and consulted with teachers to create safety plans for students that display challenging behaviors that interrupt the classroom environment
- Utilized data to identify interventions students needed such as classroom lessons, group counseling, positive behavior interventions and supports, and individual counseling
- Enhanced school climate through school-wide events such as kindness week, mental health week, and career day
- Developed and delivered core curriculum lessons to support all students within their academics, social emotional learning, and college and career planning (e.g. kindness, coping skills, growth mindset, friendships, and career exploration)
School Counseling Intern
Waite Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Implemented a comprehensive school counseling program for 6th- 8th grade students aligned with the ASCA National Model
- Conducted assessments to identify areas of academic and behavioral strengths and weaknesses and recommend modifications to improve learning and behavior
- Followed risk assessment protocols, provided crisis counseling, and created safety plans for students with suicide ideation and self-injurious behavior
- Created and conducted classroom lessons to emphasize bullying prevention, enhance social skills, and promote college readiness
- Utilized data to create and implement group counseling sessions to support and encourage students growth (e.g. self-esteem, organization and study skills, and stress management)
Special Education Transition Volunteer
Los Amigos High School
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with disabilities
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development
- Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives
Grant Member
Culturally Responsive Transition Services
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs
- Participated in monthly seminars and attended conferences to gain knowledge on culturally responsive practices that can be utilized in the classroom
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development
- Assessed individualized transition plans (ITP) using Indicator 13 and the Contextual Fit Model and used the data to provide feedback and develop a culturally responsive ITP
School Counseling Practicum Student
Carr Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations
- Utilized yearly data to deliver individual and group counseling services, classroom lessons focusing on social skills, growth mindsets, conflict resolution, coping strategies, and identifying and expressing emotions
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment
Early Interventionist
Ninos Del Cielo
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Administered, interpreted and reported child evaluations to parents and guardians
- Assisted parents and caregivers in maximizing their child's overall development while respecting diversity of families and communities
- Engaged children with specialized play and educational activities to boost learning
- Utilized diverse approaches in teaching, technology and behavior modification
- Offered guidance and support to families of children with disabilities or developmental challenges
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
California State University - East Bay
Hayward, CA05.2019
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Comprehension of ASCA National Model
- Understanding of Multi- Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
- Utilize analytical and critical thinking to problem solve
- Collaboration with various partners
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
Certification
- Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential, California State University, Long Beach - May 2023
- Graduate Certificate in Applied Disability Studies, California State University, Long Beach - May 2023
- Child Abuse Mandated Reported Training Certificate - General & School Personal - April 2022
- California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST) Certification - July 2021
Timeline
School Counselor
Hirsch Elementary School
08.2023 - Current
School Counseling Intern
Studebaker Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023
School Counseling Intern
Waite Middle School
08.2022 - 05.2023
School Counseling Practicum Student
Carr Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Special Education Transition Volunteer
Los Amigos High School
10.2021 - 05.2023
Grant Member
Culturally Responsive Transition Services
08.2021 - 05.2023
Early Interventionist
Ninos Del Cielo
10.2019 - 08.2021
Master of Science - School Counseling
California State University - Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
California State University - East Bay
- Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential, California State University, Long Beach - May 2023
- Graduate Certificate in Applied Disability Studies, California State University, Long Beach - May 2023
- Child Abuse Mandated Reported Training Certificate - General & School Personal - April 2022
- California Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST) Certification - July 2021
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