Rachel Griffin
Fowler
Summary
Dedicated youth services professional and School Counseling graduate student with over five years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families in educational and community-based settings. Experienced in providing social-emotional and behavioral support, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, engaging families, and implementing interventions that promote student success. Skilled in identifying student needs, building positive relationships, connecting families with school and community resources, and supporting data-informed intervention planning. Committed to fostering safe, inclusive learning environments through advocacy, collaboration, and trauma-informed practices.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counseling Internship
Edison High School
Fresno, CA
01.2026 - Current
- Provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional intervention services through individual and small-group student conferences.
- Conduct student assessments to identify barriers impacting academic achievement, attendance, graduation progress, and overall school engagement.
- Collaborate with students to establish individualized academic and behavioral goals while developing intervention strategies to improve student success.
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding attendance, academic progress, behavioral concerns, and available intervention services.
- Participate in student re-entry meetings, partnering with families, teachers, and administrators to support successful transitions back to school and improve ongoing engagement.
- Assist students and families with college and career planning through FAFSA workshops, scholarship workshops, dual enrollment, and community college registration support.
- Deliver classroom presentations on graduation requirements, A–G eligibility, and academic planning.
- Maintain confidential student records and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to monitor progress and implement appropriate interventions.
School Counseling Internship
Washington Academic Middle School
Sanger, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Provide short-term, solution-focused counseling for students experiencing academic, behavioral, attendance, social-emotional, and family-related concerns.
- Conduct student assessments to identify barriers impacting attendance, school engagement, academic performance, and emotional well-being.
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss attendance concerns, academic progress, behavioral challenges, and available intervention services while collaboratively developing support plans.
- Connect students and families with school-based and community resources to address identified barriers and promote student success.
- Facilitate small-group counseling focused on motivation, grief, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and social skills development.
- Deliver classroom guidance lessons promoting social-emotional learning, positive behavior, college readiness, and academic success.
- Monitor student progress through ongoing documentation, data collection, and progress monitoring using PowerSchool to evaluate intervention effectiveness.
- Participate in MTSS, 504, and student re-entry meetings to develop intervention plans that improve attendance, school engagement, and academic success.
- Respond to student crises using trauma-informed intervention strategies while maintaining student confidentiality.
Speech Paraeducator
Supplemental Health Care Inc.
Fresno, CA
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Facilitated virtual speech and language therapy sessions for students under the supervision of a certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).
- Supported the delivery of remote services by setting up video meetings, managing student participation, and maintaining focus and engagement during sessions.
- Served as an on-site liaison between the SLP, teachers, and students to ensure smooth communication and scheduling.
- Assisted students in following SLP directions, using visual prompts, and completing assigned speech activities during sessions.
- Facilitated IEP meetings with parents, admin, and SLP.
- Maintained attendance records and session documentation for the SLP’s review.
- Helped manage and prepare materials or digital resources needed for therapy sessions.
- Provided behavioral and logistical support during online sessions to maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
- Ensured confidentiality and compliance with district and privacy guidelines throughout all virtual services.
- Communicated with school staff regarding student progress and participation in coordination with the SLP.
Paraeducator
Stepping Stones Groups
Fresno, CA
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Assists in conducting lessons and with other classroom activities such as projects, small group exercises, and independent study.
- Organizes materials and supplies. Prepares for and assists with classroom assignments, including cleaning up workspaces.
- Works with individuals or small groups of students with special needs under the direction of the classroom teacher in all academic subjects.
- Monitors classroom activities when a teacher is out of the classroom. Accompanies students as they move from one location to another.
- Exercises constant and direct supervision of students. Employing positive behavior supports interactions with students. Uses de-escalation strategies when needed.
- Collects student data and assists with progress monitoring.
- Assists and guides students with appropriate role modeling, emotional support, patience, and a friendly, engaging attitude.
- Assists related service providers, as required, to support assigned student(s) in attaining specified goals.
- Assists with loading and unloading buses as directed.
- Supervises during recesses, breaks, and in transitions from class to class as required.
Lead Facilitator
Assist After School Program
Fresno, CA
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Designed and facilitated developmentally appropriate lessons for K�6 students focused on health, wellness, and positive lifestyle habits, supporting students’ social-emotional and behavioral growth.
- Led small- and large-group activities, incorporating cooperative games and structured movement to promote teamwork, self-regulation, and positive peer interactions.
- Managed groups of 20–30 students, using proactive behavior strategies, clear routines, and effective communication to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Implemented a reward and motivation system to reinforce student engagement, encourage skill retention, and promote positive behaviors.
- Administered brief post-lesson assessments to monitor student understanding, adjust instruction, and support individual learning needs.
Behavior Technician
California Autism Center
Fresno, CA
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) under the supervision of Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).
- Collected and analyzed behavioral data to monitor student progress and adjust interventions in collaboration with BCBAs.
- Used applied behavior analysis (ABA) techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills
- Assisted in reducing challenging or maladaptive behaviors using approved intervention methods.
- Modeled and reinforced pro-social behaviors to foster positive peer interactions and environments.
- Implement crisis intervention or de-escalation strategies when necessary.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss student needs and intervention effectiveness.
- Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries with clients and families.
- Support generalization of learned skills across different environments, including home, school, and community.
Education
M.A. - School Counseling
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA05-2026
Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential - School Counseling
Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CABachelor's - Psychology
California State University Fresno
Fresno, CA01-2020
Skills
- Student Support & Advocacy
- Data Collection & Tracking
- Restorative Practices
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Support
- Family Engagement & Parent Communication
- Academic Intervention Support
- Cultural Competency & Working with Diverse Populations
Affiliations
- American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
- California Association of School Counselors (CASC)
Certification
- Motivational Interviewing training
- ASCA U Equity Certification
- Hatching Results: Data Essentials in School Counseling
- Transcript Analysis FUSD
- ASIST certified (December, 2026)
Timeline
School Counseling Internship
Edison High School
01.2026 - Current
School Counseling Internship
Washington Academic Middle School
08.2025 - Current
Speech Paraeducator
Supplemental Health Care Inc.
08.2021 - 01.2024
Paraeducator
Stepping Stones Groups
03.2021 - 01.2022
Lead Facilitator
Assist After School Program
01.2021 - 01.2022
Behavior Technician
California Autism Center
02.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor's - Psychology
California State University Fresno
M.A. - School Counseling
Fresno Pacific University
Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential - School Counseling
Fresno Pacific University
Community Service
Malaga Elementary Community Food Drive
Presentations
- Warrior PRIDE expectations
- Washington Academic Career Day
- A-G & Highschool readiness
Committee Member
Pending