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Lincoln School, Costa RicaAdmissions and Development Coordinator
Oct. 2022 - Mar. 2025San Jose, Costa RicaAs Admissions and Development Coordinator at Lincoln School, I played a pivotal role in shaping the institution’s growth and reputation. I led strategic enrollment management through data-driven decision-making, redesigning reporting systems and predictive analytics tools that directly improved student retention and admissions efficiency. I introduced new systems and workflows that reduced manual labor and increased processing speed, ensuring sustained capacity in 10 out of 15 classes. I took ownership of high-impact events such as open houses and our 80th Anniversary Celebration, which welcomed over 1,200 guests and featured alumni from 59 generations and a live performance by the Philharmonic. My event planning frameworks integrated vendor partnerships, logistics, and strategic communication—contributing to elevated community engagement. I expanded the Founders Scholarship Program through targeted fundraising campaigns, securing over $50,000 and ensuring educational access for students from underrepresented backgrounds. In addition, I launched an Alumni Relations strategy that reduced operational inefficiencies by 60% and significantly improved engagement metrics. My collaboration with Senior Leadership and the IT team brought about a cultural transformation initiative that achieved 98% staff engagement. By marrying relationship-building with change management and project implementation, I helped evolve the institutional culture in a way that was measurable and sustainable.
Lincoln School, Costa RicaCounseling Support Teacher
Jul. 2022 - Nov. 2022San Jose, Costa RicaIn my role as Counseling Support Teacher, I brought together my background in Special Education, Art Therapy, and Animal-Assisted Therapy to deliver holistic support for students across the elementary division. My work focused on social-emotional learning and wellbeing, enhancing school climate and student confidence. I implemented therapeutic interventions—including Art and Dog Therapy—that transformed classroom dynamics and boosted morale. These interventions were met with 100% increased student engagement, while the group sessions I facilitated strengthened peer-to-peer support and coping strategies. I designed and led educational workshops focused on mental health awareness, achieving meaningful engagement as reflected in student feedback. With a deep sense of empathy and precision, I managed confidential student progress documentation systems, increasing access and reducing error rates for the broader support team. My ability to integrate clinical insight with practical classroom support made me a trusted collaborator among counselors, teachers, and administrators.
Lincoln School, Costa RicaSubstitute Teacher
Feb. 2022 - Jun. 2022San Jose, Costa RicaDuring my tenure as a Substitute Teacher, I demonstrated adaptability, leadership, and classroom management across diverse grade levels and subjects. Stepping into a wide variety of classroom settings, I ensured instructional continuity, student engagement, and academic progress while quickly earning the trust of students and faculty alike. I customized learning strategies to suit a wide range of student needs and learning styles—whether through differentiated instruction, inclusive practices, or technology integration. I used multimedia tools and digital platforms to sustain learning in hybrid and remote environments, ensuring accessibility and consistency in instruction. My detailed documentation and open communication with permanent teaching staff helped maintain seamless transitions and kept students on track academically and emotionally. This role deepened my understanding of the school’s educational ecosystem and laid the foundation for the stronger connections I later built in the Counseling and Admissions departments.
Blue Valley SchoolElementary School Teacher
Aug. 2019 - Jan. 2022San Jose, Costa RicaAs a Homeroom Teacher at Blue Valley School, I designed and delivered engaging, interdisciplinary instruction tailored to meet the diverse needs of upper elementary learners. I specialized in inclusive education, applying evidence-based strategies to support students with learning challenges, especially in literacy and numeracy. I implemented individualized tutoring programs for students from grades 3–5, resulting in measurable gains in academic performance. My classroom was a space for both academic rigor and emotional growth—where I embedded art therapy within the curriculum to promote creative expression, emotional regulation, and increased engagement. In addition, I spearheaded the design of an animal-assisted learning program to build social-emotional skills among students. This initiative led to observable improvements in peer collaboration and conflict resolution, receiving positive feedback from both parents and faculty. Through my ability to foster inclusive, supportive, and dynamic learning environments, I was recognized as a key contributor to the school’s student-centered culture.
epl (Einstein Prep and Learning)Social Media Manager
Jun. 2019 - Feb. 2020San Jose, Costa Rica
epl (Einstein Prep and Learning)Art Therapist
Aug. 2018 - Mar. 2020San Jose, Costa RicaAt Einstein Prep and Learning, I wore multiple hats with a shared mission: fostering emotional wellness, academic achievement, and community engagement. As an Art Therapist, I led structured workshops that elevated students’ emotional literacy and expression, achieving 90% positive feedback from participants and families. As an academic tutor, I tailored interventions for ESL learners and students with learning differences, integrating multimedia resources and scaffolding strategies. This led to notable language proficiency gains within just six months for targeted students. Simultaneously, I developed and executed a social media strategy that boosted the organization’s digital presence. Through targeted content creation for platforms like Instagram and Facebook, I increased engagement, improved reach, and elevated the school’s brand visibility. The synergy between my roles created a powerful blend of therapeutic, academic, and promotional outcomes.
Residencia de Menores San MateoArt Therapist
Oct. 2016 - Jul. 2017Madrid, Community of Madrid, SpainAt Residencia de Menores San Mateo, I worked with vulnerable youth through targeted art therapy sessions rooted in trauma-informed care. I developed and implemented structured, goal-oriented programs designed to improve focus, emotional regulation, and social communication. Working with children diagnosed with ADHD and other behavioral challenges, I saw measurable progress in both concentration and social-emotional skills. My work was informed by evidence-based practices and adapted in real-time based on each student’s evolving needs. Through creative and therapeutic expression, I helped students build resilience, trust, and self-awareness.
Hospital 12 de OctubreArt Therapist
Sep. 2016 - Jul. 2017Madrid, Community of Madrid, SpainAs part of my graduate studies in Art Therapy, I completed a dual clinical internship at two of Spain’s leading public hospitals, working closely with pediatric and adolescent patients—including those undergoing oncology treatments. I designed and facilitated therapeutic art sessions aimed at improving emotional expression, resilience, and overall well-being during hospitalization. My integrative approach blended cognitive-behavioral and psychoanalytic methodologies, creating safe spaces for patients to process fear, anxiety, and grief. These sessions resulted in an observable increase in emotional communication and psychological engagement, as noted by medical staff and family feedback. In addition to direct patient support, I developed tailored treatment plans that reflected individual needs and treatment goals, contributing to long-term integrative care. The measurable outcomes of my interventions—ranging from improved mood to greater participation in care routines—demonstrated the powerful role of creative therapies in medical environments. This experience deepened my belief in the therapeutic power of art and solidified my commitment to holistic, patient-centered support in high-stress environments.
Hospital Gregorio MarañónArt Therapist
Sep. 2016 - Jul. 2017Madrid, Community of Madrid, SpainAs an Art Therapy Intern working in partnership with the Asociación Española Contra el Cáncer at Hospital Universitario Gregorio Marañón, I supported adult and geriatric patients undergoing cancer treatment—many of whom were in critical or terminal stages. My caseload included individuals from vulnerable populations, including migrants from Venezuela, Morocco, and other regions where access to care was limited or nonexistent. In this high-impact, emotionally charged environment, I facilitated therapeutic art sessions designed to reduce anxiety, restore dignity, and offer patients a non-verbal outlet for processing trauma, identity, and mortality. My interventions often became a bridge between fear and acceptance, especially for patients facing the end of life without family or social support systems. While the emotional toll of patient death was real and frequent, I remained grounded in presence, compassion, and resilience. These experiences taught me how to hold space for both suffering and beauty—developing clinical maturity, emotional regulation, and cultural sensitivity far beyond what can be taught in a classroom. Through each drawing, collage, or sculpted object, patients reconnected with their stories, their voice, and their humanity. It was in this space—at the intersection of art, advocacy, and empathy—that I discovered my deepest purpose as a therapist and educator.
Blue Valley SchoolElementary Teacher Assistant
Jul. 2013 - Oct. 2015As a Teacher and Aide at Blue Valley School, I provided dynamic, hands-on instructional support across early elementary classrooms. I assisted in planning and delivering engaging lessons that promoted early literacy, numeracy, and motor skills. I took a proactive approach to differentiated instruction, adapting to diverse learning styles and maintaining smooth classroom operations for over 20 students daily. I also supported language development through targeted use of educational technology, contributing to improved student performance as reflected in quarterly assessments. This role laid the foundation for my deep commitment to inclusive, adaptive, and student-centered learning environments.
Lincoln School, Costa RicaAssistant Preschool Teacher
Feb. 2011 - Dec. 2011Heredia, Costa RicaAt the start of my educational career, I supported the early childhood team in creating joyful, developmentally appropriate learning experiences for preschool-aged children. I provided hands-on assistance in classroom activities, built strong relationships with students, and contributed to an inclusive environment that supported each child’s unique learning journey. My warmth, creativity, and attentiveness helped nurture foundational skills in language, fine motor development, and socio-emotional growth. This experience sparked my passion for education and gave me early insight into the power of supportive, intentional teaching.
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