Eleina Vallejo

Born and raised in San Diego, CA Mom of 2 Counseling Experience: •Provide individual and group student counseling focusing on identified student achievement and maximum growth potential in the academic, career, and personal-social domains. This included evaluating student performance for appropriate educational planning and placement. •Facilitated peer interaction, anger management, cultural awareness and learning groups •Guided students in the creation of their 4 year academic plan including graduation and A-G requirements. •Assisted in the creation of IEP’s, developed 504 plans, and participated in Student Success Teams. •Created and implemented a data driven comprehensive school counseling program that aligns with the American School Counselor Association National Model and included a program evaluation component. •Designed and facilitated classroom guidance lessons based on school wide needs assessments. •Consulted, collaborated and fostered relationships with all educational stakeholders including parents, teachers, faculty, and community members. •Developed and implemented systems and procedures for disseminating information regarding colleges, entrance requirements, scholarships, and financial aid. •Coordinated workshops for parents and students covering topics such as financial aid, study skills, high school graduation, and college entrance requirements. •Referred students and families to community resource services when appropriate. Specialties: Professional Profile: An advocate who holds a passion for social justice and an appreciation for diverse backgrounds and cultures. I have worked closely with students from preschool to high school including high risk youth, foster youth, English language learners, and students with special needs. I possess a powerful combination of bilingual abilities, interpersonal skills, articulate communication skills, motivation, a positive work ethic, and professionalism.