Karissa Toledo
Moreno Valley
Summary
Dedicated educator with experience in helping students achieve educational and personal goals. Passionate in providing school counseling interventions, advocacy, mediation and counseling to all students.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Moreno Valley Unified District, Val Verde Unified District
01.2022 - Current
- Follow classroom lesson plans left by teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Manage classroom behavior with a positive learning environment for all students.
- Keep students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
School Counselor Intern, Mountain View MS
Moreno Valley Unified School District
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided individual counseling to students, addressing academic and personal challenges.
- Planned and provided in class presentations on how to calculate GPA.
- Helped students navigate and enroll in CalKids with a outcome of 92% being the highest school in the district.
- Assisted counselors with the incoming 6th graders process.
School Counselor Intern, Valley View HS
Moreno Valley Unified School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Collaborated with school staff to identify at-risk students, implementing targeted interventions to promote positive outcomes.
- Assisted students in navigating the college application process and securing financial aid opportunities.
- Assisted counselors with ATOD and check-ins with seniors.
After-School Program Leader
The Journey School
03.2016 - 07.2020
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all students.
- Developed engaging after-school activities aligned with educational goals and student interests.
- Connected and communicated with students and parents regarding program policies and individual needs.
Career Counseling Front Desk Assistant
Rio Hondo College
08.2013 - 01.2016
- Managed front desk operations ensuring efficient appointment scheduling and environment.
- Assisted counselors in preparing materials for workshops, events, meetings and individual sessions.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and appointments using database systems.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Counseling
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Cal State University San Bernardino
San Bernardino12.2020
High School Diploma -
Vista Del Lago High School
Moreno Valley, CA06-2011
Skills
- Individual counseling
- Academic advising
- Bilingual
- College preparation
- Multicultural Competence
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Data driven interventions
- ASCA Framework
Certification
Pupil Personnel Services Credential
30-Day Substitute Teaching Credential
ASCA Anxiety & Stress Management Specialist
Timeline
School Counselor Intern, Mountain View MS
Moreno Valley Unified School District
09.2024 - 05.2025
School Counselor Intern, Valley View HS
Moreno Valley Unified School District
08.2023 - 06.2024
Substitute Teacher
Moreno Valley Unified District, Val Verde Unified District
01.2022 - Current
After-School Program Leader
The Journey School
03.2016 - 07.2020
Career Counseling Front Desk Assistant
Rio Hondo College
08.2013 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Educational Counseling
University of La Verne
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Cal State University San Bernardino
High School Diploma -
Vista Del Lago High School
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