Daniella Lodge

School Counselor with extensive K–12 experience supporting students' academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth through individual counseling, crisis intervention, MTSS, and collaborative student support. Skilled in SST, 504, IEP, LPAC, attendance interventions (SART/SARB), and college and career planning. Partners effectively with families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to promote student well-being, resilience, and academic success.

Multilingual in French and Arabic with conversational Spanish. Committed to creating inclusive, relationship-centered school communities aligned with the ASCA National Model and grounded in equity, compassion, and student advocacy.

School Counselor Intern at William S. Hart Union High School District (2025-11 – Present)

• Provided academic, college/career, and social-emotional counseling services to high school students.
• Conducted individual counseling sessions addressing attendance, academic performance, graduation progress, behavior concerns, and postsecondary planning.
• Supported students with Ds/Fs through academic intervention, progress monitoring, and resource referrals.
• Participated in MTSS, SST, 504, IEP, LPAC, and attendance intervention meetings.
• Assisted with crisis response, risk assessments, grief support, and referrals to school and community mental health resources.
• Supported attendance improvement efforts through SART/SARB procedures and parent outreach.
• Assisted students with A-G requirements, credit checks, graduation planning, and College of the Canyons Dual Enrollment.
• Supported students through College of the Canyons Dual Enrollment application, registration, and enrollment processes.
• Facilitated college and career readiness activities, including CA Colleges lessons, career exploration, senior registration, elective selection, and postsecondary planning.
• Utilized Infinite Campus for scheduling, academic monitoring, attendance review, and student documentation.
• Collaborated with administrators, school psychologists, social workers, teachers, and families to implement student support plans.

School Counselor Intern at William S. Hart Union High School District (2025-11 – Present)

• Provided academic, social-emotional, and behavioral support through individual counseling, student check-ins, and intervention planning.
• Conducted promotion checks, academic planning conferences, and credit reviews with students and families.
• Facilitated English Learner support services, including LPAC participation, reclassification processes, and elective selection.
• Participated in SST, 504, IEP, MTSS, and attendance intervention meetings.
• Co-facilitated Teen Grief Group and supported school-wide SEL programming.
• Assisted with crisis intervention, risk assessments, anxiety-related incidents, self-harm concerns, and referrals to mental health services.
• Supported attendance improvement efforts for chronically absent and class-avoidant students through SART/SARB procedures and family outreach.
• Delivered high school transition, study skills, and academic success lessons.
• Collaborated with counselors, administrators, teachers, school psychologists, social workers, and families to coordinate interventions and support services.
• Utilized Infinite Campus for scheduling, attendance review, progress monitoring, and student documentation.
• Educated parents on navigating Infinite Campus, Google Classroom, and Canvas to monitor attendance, grades, assignments, and student progress and explained graduation requirements or course planning.

Regular & Long-term Substitute Teacher at William S. Hart Union High School District (2023-08 – 2025-11)

• Supported students in grades 7–12 through classroom instruction, behavior management, and academic support.
• Built positive relationships with students while fostering safe and inclusive learning environments.
• Collaborated with teachers and staff to support student success and address academic and behavioral concerns.
• Developed a strong understanding of adolescent development and school-based support systems.

English Learner Intervention Teacher at Glendale Unified School District (2021-08 – 2022-06)

• Delivered targeted academic interventions for English Learners and newcomer students.
• Collaborated with classroom teachers to support student achievement and language acquisition.
• Utilized data and progress monitoring tools to inform instructional decisions.
• Facilitated homework support and intervention programs for elementary students.

Tech Pod Leader / Resident Substitute at Glendale Unified School District (2020-09 – 2021-06)

• Supported academic instruction and student well-being during COVID-19 hybrid learning.
• Maintained communication with teachers and families to support student success.
• Provided trauma-informed support for students experiencing personal and family challenges.

French Substitute Teacher at Glendale Unified School District (2016-09 – 2020-06)

• Supported diverse learners in a 90/10 French immersion setting.
• Promoted cultural responsiveness and multilingual learning.

Human Resources & Organizational Development at Warner Bros., Vivendi Games (2001 – 2007)

• Recruited, interviewed, and onboarded employees while fostering positive candidate and new-hire experiences.
• Developed and delivered employee training and orientation programs and created instructional materials for diverse audiences.
• Collaborated with managers, global HR teams, and external partners to support employee relations, policy implementation, and organizational initiatives.
• Managed confidential employee records, HR information systems (Oracle, PeopleSoft, Applicant Tracking Systems), and workforce reporting while maintaining accuracy and discretion.
• Coordinated international employee relocation and support services, demonstrating strong communication, cultural competency, and problem-solving skills.

Business Operations & Client Relations at Just Picked Produce, Inc. (2004 – 2006)

• Managed business operations, financial records, and process improvements for a family-owned business while strengthening organizational efficiency and customer relationships.

ESL Instructor at The Bell School A.S. (2004)

• Designed and delivered Business English instruction for corporate professionals, adapting instruction to individual learning needs and promoting confidence, communication, and independent learning.

Room Parent & Teacher Representative at Franklin Magnet School (GUSD) and Cal Creative Learning Academy (LAUSD) (2013 – 2019)

• Served as liaison between families, teachers, and school administration, strengthening school-home partnerships and parent engagement.
• Organized and coordinated school events, volunteer activities, and family outreach initiatives that promoted positive school climate and community involvement.
• Led fundraising efforts supporting student programs, classroom resources, and school-wide activities.
• Advocated for students and families by facilitating communication, problem-solving, and collaboration among stakeholders.
• Coordinated culturally enriching activities and supported international French interns, fostering inclusion and cross-cultural awareness.

Youth Development Volunteer at Boys & Girls Club (2026 – Present)

• Provided homework assistance, academic support, and career exploration activities.
• Facilitated positive youth development and social-emotional learning activities.
• Supervised recreation and enrichment programs in a safe and supportive environment.

Master of Arts in Counseling – University of Massachusetts Global (2026)

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Human Resources Management – California State University, Northridge (CSUN)