1. SAMARA QUINONES
1701 Shenandoah Street Apt. 3 Home: (646) 702-6272
Hollywood, FL 33020 samaraquinones@gmail.com
Summary
Dedicated counselor motivated to help every student with academic, career, and personal guidance. Successful
at managing multiple priorities while maintaining a strong work ethic and exhibiting a positive attitude.
Education
Masterof Science: St. Thomas University - Guidance & Counseling May 2015
Miami Gardens, FL
Bachelor of Arts: St. Thomas University - Psychology May 2013
Miami Gardens, FL
Temporary Certified- Counseling- K-12- State of Florida February 2015
Experience
Guidance Counselor 08/2016 － Current
Archbishop Curley Notre Dame Miami, Florida
Meet with students individually and as groups to assist with issues impacting academics such as credit
recovery, study skills, and goal planning
Provide counseling and support with problem solving and decision-making using a solution focused
approach for students in grades 6-12
Work closely with parents utilizing parent/teacher conferences, team level meetings and daily
correspondence via individual meetings, email
Provide information to parents and students regarding resources for students and student progress
Collaborate and consult with teachers and administrators on concerns and needs of students (include
attendance, academic, behavior issues)
Develop behavior intervention and safety plans for students in crisis
Provide guidance and support to all students in achieving academic success
Identify students' interests and skills and guiding them towards right direction
Inform parents about the progress of their child and suggested special care as required
Help students through counseling in solving social and other personal problems
Assists and led a professional development for teachers
National Honors Society faculty advisor, assist with coordination
Creator of the Armor Up club, which provides its members with opportunities to provide service, build
character, practice self-care, and develop leadership; created 40 Blessing Bags for the homeless as a
service project
Coordinate field trips with student council
CAP Advisor, August 2016- Current
Help students complete application fee waivers, college applications, financial aid forms, and found
scholarships for deserving students
Evaluate transcripts and conduct testing for proper placement in academic setting
Responsible for academic scheduling of students and ensure they meet grade specific and general
graduation requirements
Develop relationships with colleges and universities on students' behalf regarding guidelines and

2. deadlines specific to the institutions' admission policies
Consult, coordinate, and collaborate with parents, teachers, and outside agencies
Learning Coach, August 2015 - Current
Proctor and assists testing coordinator with all school testing
Work with students on career planning, goal setting, and developing study skills
Help developed a after school program called “Aced it” for academic achievement for students on
academic probation
Assist teachers in creating individualized plans for students, especially students with special learning
needs
Maintain communication with parents regarding student progress and facilitate meetings among parents,
students, teachers, and administrators
Supervised graduate counseling intern
Consult with students and teachers about behaviors that may impede a student's ability to learn
Work with students individually and in groups in the classroom as an academic coach and mentor
Counseling Intern 04/2015 － 05/2015
Msgr. Edward Pace High School Miami Gardens, FL
Counseled students in grades 9 through 12, using solution-focused approaches, to address issues such as
academic performance, social skills, self-esteem, and attendance
Proctored ACT testing Collaborated with teachers and administrators regarding student progress and
concerns
Assisted students three times a week in coping with developmental and academic issues
Graduate Assistant 06/2013 － 06/2015
St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, Florida
Performed a variety of administrative tasks, including preparation of Power Point presentations, data
entry and analysis, and website postings
Assisted faculty members with research projects, grading, and proctoring
Led and taught a course for two months while a professor was on leave of absence;
Assisted with student advisement and student career choices
Skills
Excellent team player and community builder
Skilled in developing and implementing effective counseling strategies
Strong organizational, and coordination skills