JESSICA MCKENNA

6295 Stanley Ave. #3, San Diego, CA 92115 | (C) 619.218.1339 | jess.mckenna@hotmail.com

Education
Masters of Science: Counseling (Specialization in School Counseling)
San Diego State University

May 2016

California Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential for School Counseling

San Diego State University

May 2016

Single Subject Credential: Social Science

San Diego State University

Dec. 2008

Bachelors of Science: Political Science

California State University San Marcos

May 2006

Associate of Arts: University Transfer Studies

Grossmont College

May 2004

Experience
School Counseling Trainee
Monroe Clark Middle School (2014-2015) & Helix Charter High School (2015-2016)

Sep. 2014 - Present

Carried an individual case load of students and assisted students in setting short-term and long-term goals
Used the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) model to collect and disaggregate data to develop
core curriculum plans and facilitate small groups
Delivered guidance lessons to students in the domains of academic, career and personal/social development
Observed and participated in IEP/504/Student Success meetings with parents, teachers and school personnel
Co-facilitated Monroe Clarks Gay-Straight Alliance student organization and after-school tutoring program

Academic Affairs Coordinator

Dec.2012 - Present
Platt College San Diego
Assisted the School Director with the school's operational functions, political relations, and with the preparation,
implementation and oversight of the school's regulatory compliance program
Supervised faculty scheduling and evaluations, library staff, school events and high school outreach
Administered tests for admissions eligibility and coordinated scholarship committee meetings
Monitored student attendance and collaborated with the registrar and faculty members regarding student progress
Literacy AmeriCorps Member/ Teacher/GED Program Coordinator
Sept. 2006 Aug. 2011
San Diego County Office of Education Juvenile Court and Community Schools (JCCS)
Provided 1700 hours of service within the school and community (AmeriCorps)
Increased student reading comprehension and grammar usage and participated in the Juvenile Court Book Club
Organized and facilitated Saturday school
Prepared students for the GED exam, administered pre-GED tests and scheduled official testing
Developed lesson plans based on California State Standards, kept grades updated, attended IEP meetings,
collaborated with school and probation personnel
Assisted students with college registration, financial aid and scholarship applications
Junior Varsity Softball Head Coach
Will C. Crawford High School

Jan. 2009 - June 2009

Collaborated with parents/guardians and school personnel regarding individual student eligibility
Assisted students in setting individual and team goals
Coordinated field trips, guest speakers and weekly transportation

Health Educator/PRYDE Instructor

May 2005 Sept. 2006
YMCA Youth & Family Services
Delivered curriculum that addressed healthy bodies, character development and community action to middle
and high school students
Administered pre/post tests
Communicated regularly with school personnel and parents/guardians
Maintained accurate records to meet state and federal funding regulations and school guidelines
Residential Supervisor
Aug. 2004 Jan. 2005
YMCA OZ Shelter San Diego
Provided crisis intervention, situational and group counseling to residents and phone clients
Recorded daily milieu notes on each resident and maintained accurate records
Coordinated daily resident activities including medical treatment, chore assignments, and check-out.
Community Youth Development Coordinator
Apr. 2001 Feb. 2004
YMCA Youth & Family Services
Collaborated with high school students to develop and implement service-learning activities as a part of a teen
pregnancy prevention program
Coordinated and supervised team building retreat
Organized trainings, weekly meetings, social activities and guest speakers
Familiarized community members with the teen pregnancy prevention program
Oversaw recruitment of participants and administered pre/post tests
Communicated regularly with school personnel and parents to maintain positive public relations and
ensure receipt of pertinent information

Affiliations
American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
California Association of School Counselors (CASC)

Professional Development
Y.E.S (Youth Empowerment Synergy) San Diego Conference
UC San Diego AIDS Research Institute & Mental Health America of San Diego
Community Resource Fair for School Counselors and Administrators
San Diego Unified School Districts Counseling & Guidance
San Diego Commission on Gang Prevention & Intervention
Restorative Justice Training
San Diego Unified School District
Strategic Use of Your California Healthy Kids Data
San Diego County Office of Education
Mental Health First Aid Training
Mental Health America of San Diego
FAFSA: Comprehensive Completion for the Practitioner (ABRIDGED)
uAspire
Crisis Intervention Skills
San Diego Unified School District
Trauma Informed Care
Harmonium, Inc.
Supporting Access to Higher Education for Immigrant and Undocumented Students
The Center for Excellence in School Counseling and Leadership (CESCal)

November 8, 2014
December 10, 2014

February 12, 2015

September 30, 2015
October 24, 2015
February 4, 2015
February 17, 2015
February 25, 2015
April 28, 2015

Volunteer Activities
White House Convening at San Diego State University
Reach Higher Imitative for School Counselors
Summer Melt Project at Hoover High School
Classroom Volunteer at Girls Rehabilitation Facility
Event Coordinator for SDSU School Counselor Graduate Student Association

November 17-18, 2014

July 28 & 30, 2015
July 2015
Jan. - July 2015