Yesenia Mojarro
Downey
Summary
With over 31 years of experience as an educator, teacher, counselor, and Work Experience Education Coach, my passion and dedication have consistently driven me to support the success of students, staff, and community members. Throughout my career, I have excelled in providing staff training and fostering student growth through personalized guidance during internships. My strength lies in establishing strong community connections and implementing effective interventions. I possess a high level of proficiency in counseling, teaching students, and conducting staff trainings to ensure a comprehensive educational experience.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Work Experience Coach
LAUSD
01.2022 - Current
- Work with school personnel to pen WEE Programs
- Recruits and delivers training for LADWP student internship participants
- Serve as a liaison between site-based administrators, WEE teachers, and the Central Office to provide guidance in developing WEE
- Provides work-based learning opportunities for WEE students through collaboration with industry professionals
- Work with Opportunity Schools to support students in work-site placement
- Train School Work Permit Authorizers on Child Labor Laws and Work Experience Course requirements
- Develop Lesson plans for the Work Experience Course
- Compiled, analyzed, and updated data to support program objectives and reporting requirements
- Work on developing the WEE District Bulletin and UCOP G approval of the WEE Course
School Counselor
International Studies Middle School
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Oversaw and maintained accurate records for 450+ students
- Provided comprehensive academic and career counseling, including crisis intervention
- Coordinated 504 plans and collaborated with Student Support and Progress Teams
- Conducted classroom presentations and NAVIANCE student workshops
- Supported at-risk students, LTEL, ELD, and IEP-designated students
- Issued work permits and ensured compliance with CA Child Labor Laws
- Organized parent workshops, award ceremonies, and mediation sessions
- Led college application and financial aid workshops
- Developed individualized academic plans to enhance student performance
- Monitored and supported students' social-emotional well-being
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and external agencies for holistic student support
- Mentored new counselors and facilitated professional development sessions
School Counselor
Bell High School
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Oversaw and maintained accurate records for 450+ students
- Provided comprehensive academic and career counseling, including crisis intervention
- Coordinated 504 plans and collaborated with Student Support and Progress Teams
- Conducted classroom presentations and NAVIANCE student workshops
- Supported at-risk students, LTEL, ELD, and IEP-designated students
- Issued work permits and ensured compliance with CA Child Labor Laws
- Organized parent workshops, award ceremonies, and mediation sessions
- Led college application and financial aid workshops
- Developed individualized academic plans to enhance student performance
- Monitored and supported students' social-emotional well-being
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and external agencies for holistic student support
- Mentored new counselors and facilitated professional development sessions
School Counselor
South East High School
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Oversaw and maintained accurate records for 450+ students
- Provided comprehensive academic and career counseling, including crisis intervention
- Coordinated 504 plans and collaborated with Student Support and Progress Teams
- Conducted classroom presentations and NAVIANCE student workshops
- Supported at-risk students, LTEL, ELD, and IEP-designated students
- Issued work permits and ensured compliance with CA Child Labor Laws
- Organized parent workshops, award ceremonies, and mediation sessions
- Led college application and financial aid workshops
- Developed individualized academic plans to enhance student performance
- Monitored and supported students' social-emotional well-being
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and external agencies for holistic student support
- Mentored new counselors and facilitated professional development sessions
English Teacher
Huntington Park High School
01.1998 - 01.1999
Physical Education Teacher
Roosevelt High School
01.1995 - 01.1998
ESL/ELD Teacher
Nimitz Middle School
01.1993 - 01.1998
Education
M.S. - School Counseling
University of La Verne
01.2011
Pupil Personnel Service Credential - undefined
01.2001
Professional Clear Single Subject Teaching Credential - undefined
01.1998
Cross-cultural, Language and Academic Development Certification (CLAD) - undefined
01.1998
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of California, Riverside
01.1993
Skills
- Career Guidance
- Training Coordination
- Child Labor Law Knowledge
- Interpersonal Engagement Skills
- Mock Interview Facilitation
- Candidate Assessment
- Career Advising
- Listening actively
- Individualized education programs
- Curriculum implementation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Work Experience Coach
LAUSD
01.2022 - Current
School Counselor
International Studies Middle School
01.2021 - 01.2022
School Counselor
Bell High School
01.2018 - 01.2022
School Counselor
South East High School
01.2011 - 01.2018
English Teacher
Huntington Park High School
01.1998 - 01.1999
Physical Education Teacher
Roosevelt High School
01.1995 - 01.1998
ESL/ELD Teacher
Nimitz Middle School
01.1993 - 01.1998
Pupil Personnel Service Credential - undefined
Professional Clear Single Subject Teaching Credential - undefined
Cross-cultural, Language and Academic Development Certification (CLAD) - undefined
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of California, Riverside
M.S. - School Counseling
University of La Verne
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