Iris Vasquez
LPC Intern, M. Ed
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Objective
To obtain a position that will allow opportunities for growth and development as a new counselor intern. Highly self- motivated, with independent judgment and decision-making abilities. A self-motivated leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who effectively collaborates with all levels of staff members. Professional Licensed Counselor-Intern with a knowledgeable school and community counseling background.
Experience
2nd Grade Teacher, 2012 - Present
Harmony School of Innovation
Create and implement lesson plans and student activities for English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Character Education, which captures students’ interest and promotes higher level thinking through group discussion and demonstration
Observe and evaluate students’ progress in all subjects work with an emphasis to provide feedback to each student
Communicate effectively with parents of student’s regarding progress, behavior, and classroom activities
Differentiate instruction for all levels of learner’s needs
School Counselor Intern, 2012
EPISD, H.E. Charles Middle School
Assist students with issues such as: bulling, conflict resolution, mediation, etc.
Listen and provide guidance about student problems or concerns
Provide information about community resources to parents
Inform and help students prepare for magnet school opportunities
Organized numerous outside agency presentations to include: drug trafficking awareness, teenage pregnancy awareness, life skills, and career day
Social Worker Intern, 2012
El Paso Psychiatric Center
Conducted social assessments with new patients upon admission
Observed and collaborated with clinical staff regarding patient’s diagnosis, treatment, and progress
Created and archived progress notes on all patients
Met with patients on a regular basis to discuss treatment and discharge planning
Public Safety Communicator, 2008-2011
City of El Paso, Fire Department, El Paso, TX
Receive and process emergency and non-emergency telephone calls from the public requesting Police, Fire, and Medical assistance
Provide quick, calm and appropriate responses in emergency situations
Gather and relay pertinent facts from distressed or irate callers
Dispense pre-arrival instructions and explain emergency self-help methods to citizens while responding units are on route
Education
University of Texas at El Paso
Master of Education in Guidance & Counseling, 2012
Honors: Chi Sigma Iota
GPA 4.0
University of Texas at El Paso –Alternative Teaching Certification Program
EC – 6th Generalist, 2010
University of Texas at El Paso
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Minor in Criminal Justice, 2009
Dean’s list: Spring’08
El Paso Community College
Associate of Arts in Early Child Education, 2005
Exams/Licenses
Professional Counselor License-Intern #77882
National Counselor Exam – passed Nov 2016
School Counselor 152 – passed Aug 2012
Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC-12 – passed Jun 2012
Skills/Abilities
Excellent written and oral communication, great organizational and leadership skills. Supervisory and training abilities. Analytical and creative. Self-motivator.
Knowledgeable on Microsoft programs: Excel, Word, Power-point, and Internet Explorer search engines
Strong technology skills
Fluent in both Spanish and English
Iris Vasquez
LPC Intern, M.Ed
10084 Quebec El Paso, TX 79924 915-***-****
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Professional References
Rosie Christmann – Call Center Manager
Greater El Paso Credit Union
El Paso, Texas 79925
915-***-**** work 915-***-**** cell
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Note: I worked directly under Ms. Christmann’s supervision during some time at West Texas Credit Union.
Heidi Enriquez – On-Site Manager
Aerotek Staffing Agency
El Paso, Texas 79925
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Note: I worked directly under Ms. Enriquez’s supervision during some time at West Texas Credit Union.
Colby Gladden – School Counselor
H.E. Charles Middle School
El Paso, Texas 79924
915-***-**** work 915-***-**** cell
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Note: I worked directly under Mr. Gladden’s supervision during my internship at H.E Charles Middle School.
Graciela Primero – Social Worker
El Paso Psychiatric Center
El Paso, Texas
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Note: I worked directly under Mrs. Primero’s supervision during my internship at El Paso Psychiatric Center.