 Received extensive training on the University of California Comprehensive Review process Evaluate and scored freshmen applications from admission to UC Irvine

 Responsible for overall success and implementation of program objectives at 8 different high schools in the Orange and Los Angeles counties Directed a one stop college advising program for over 1,000 students from low-performing high schools Counseled high school students on academic challenges, career and college exploration, and personal/social issues Led mixed group sessions on topics such as choosing a major, time-management, transferring from community college, life after high school, and navigating higher education as an undocumented student Trained and supervised a staff of 9 UC Irvine undergraduate students on college entrance requirements, financial aid, personal statement writing, academic advising, and basic counseling techniques Established and maintained relationships with counselors and administrators in three school districts to ensure best practices and services were being provided to program participants. Promoted a college-going culture by holding English and Spanish workshops for students and parents to empower them about their educational choices Created social networking websites and innovative tools to help disseminate information and resources to our students and community partners through more modern and engaging methods Developed and implemented curriculum for two courses on educational policy and education advising at UC Irvine Wrote the plan of operation section and participated in the Upward Bound Math and Science grant writing process Collaborated and reduced the duplication of services by working jointly with outreach programs, institutions of higher education, organizations, and community members

 Assisted school counseling department with orientation and registration processes for all continuing students Met and counseled students individually and in groups on academic and personal/social issues Collaborated with the planning and implementation of financial aid and community college presentations Translated for parents and administrators during Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) meetings Identified four year university eligible seniors for the PUSH program and guided them through the application process

 Supervised twelve undergraduate staff and 80 middle school students during a twelve day summer residential program Developed educational and engaging activities for the students such as a Scavenger Hunt and College Culture Night Prepared students for academic success by developing an individualized, detailed four year plan for each student Guided students through the research process and provided them with the tools to conduct successful online searches

 Provided one-on-one tutoring during home visits to students who needed further assistance and motivation Mediated conflicts between students as well as staff and facilitated activities to build teamwork skills Assisted Director with interview/training process and with planning summer agenda Supervised approximately 50 high school students during summer residential program at UC Irvine Organized time management and financial literacy workshops and supplementary group projects for students

 Evaluated transcripts and developed individual academic/career plans for students at two local high schools Guided seniors through the college application process, financial aid, and critiqued personal statements Formulated resource guide for undocumented (AB540) students to help navigate the financial aid process Designed informational handouts for the program and organizational devices for the Career Center Spearheaded recruitment, orientation, and related procedures during supervisor’s extended absence