Estevo Makoto Steven Ono

(206) 574-8347 | stevenono@gmail.com

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAITS

Language Fluency: English, Portuguese, Spanish

Outstanding youth developer, mentor (14 years) and
service learning instructor
Counseling: Multicultural, individual and group counseling
Strong, composed leadership (Coaching style)
Professional intercultural sensitivity
Excellent learning competence

Writing: APA format (3 years), graduate research writing,

grant proposal (1 year). Microsoft Office (Word, Publisher,
Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) & Apple product (13 years),
IBM SPSS software (1 year)
Strong analytical aptitude
o Ability to shift priorities quickly and constantly
o Ability to move quickly between complex details
o Ability to observe changes and make decisions swiftly

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

Jul 2014

Educational Staff Associate (ESA) Certificate

National Certified Counselor (NCC) Certificate

Jun 2014

Master of Arts in Education Counseling, School Counseling

Seattle University. Seattle, WA

Aug 2004

Bachelor of Arts Sociology

Seattle Pacific University. Seattle, WA
Course Highlights: Global Studies Intensive (GSI) Certificate. Mumbai, India. 2004

EXPERIENCE
Counseling:
Aug 2014 Present

School Counselor
Odle Middle School, Bellevue School District. Bellevue, WA

Aug 2013 Jun 2014

Manage delivery of structured lessons to help students attain desired competencies in three domains:
academic, career, and personal/social, supporting the knowledge, attitudes and skills appropriate for
students developmental level.
Coordinate ongoing systemic activities designed to assist students in establishing personal goals and
developing future goals; provide case management for 504 plans;
Provide responsive services designed to meet students immediate needs and concerns, including individual
counseling, small-group settings, and/or crisis response;
Interact with others in collaborative settings, consulting with parents, teachers, and other providers;
Provide academic, career and personal/social counseling services via individual and group formats to
cultural, social and economic diverse student population.
Utilize data to determine effectiveness of the school counseling program and counseling interventions to
guide future actions and improve future results for all students.
School Counselor-Internship
Mount Rainier High School, Highline Public Schools. Des Moines, WA

Provided academic, career and personal/social counseling services via individual and group formats to
cultural, social and economic diverse student population.
Advocated for student needs, removing potential barriers to success through individual and group
counseling, graduation intervention, guidance lessons, advising tutorial, and being visible in several aspects
of the school (between periods and lunch time)
Provided academic support: Registration to required courses via student information systems (Illuminate).
Provided crisis counseling as needed for students (Suicide ideation, CPS, cutting, depression)
Collaborated with teachers, administrators, staff, and parents to ensure student support
Referred students and families to local community agencies and resources.
Occasional translation (SPANISH) for parents and/or teachers (example: Becca Law Meeting)
Presented on counseling services both in English and Spanish at Family Open House, Latino Night and ELL
Night. Facilitated a parent involvement roundtable with Spanish speaking parents (in Spanish).
Grant Writing: Proposed a $300 grant for student support materials (backpacks, pencils, binders, paper)
Guided students in post-secondary planning advising students via college/university visits, admissions
requirements, entrance exams, financial aid (FAFSA Night), and scholarship opportunities.

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Apr 2013 Jun 2013

Participated in school team and district-wide school counselor meetings and professional development.
Administered a needs assessment with 200 freshmen, analyze data, and research interventions regarding
school climate and student connectedness.
Organized a Club Fair with counseling supervisor and ASB student leadership as a response to needs
assessment on school climate and student connectedness.
Assisted in weekly after-school tutorial, providing study skills, supporting individual students and teaching
guidance lessons.
Lead a group for 9th grade males focusing transitioning into high school, improving personal school
connectedness, goals, friendships, and developing means to handling stress, and student identity.
School Counselor-Practicum
Showalter Middle School, Tukwila School District. Tukwila, WA

Related:
Sept 2013 Jun 2014

Provided individual counseling services to students focusing primarily on social, emotional and health
concerns. Themes: academic success, family dynamics, divorce, depression, identity and career guidance.
Delivered suicide assessment with 8th grade male student.
Collaborated with school counselors and administrators to provide additional services for students.
Assisted with student-lead conference, offering translation (SPANISH) for parents and teachers.
Graduate Research Assistant
College of Education, Seattle University. Seattle, WA

Sept 2011 Jun 2013

Assist with research projects (data collection and analysis)

Electronic research (i.e. research database searches; develop literature reviews)
Campus-wide communication related to MCHS (announcements, emails, other correspondence)
Assist with general administrative tasks related to Middle College High School Partnership
Assist with Masters in Teaching (MIT) course academic services (online course website)
Paraeducator, ELL (Spanish)
Thorndyke Elementary School, Tukwila School District. Tukwila, WA

Sept 2008 Aug 2011

Assists students in one-on-one and small group settings to provide additional learning support for
instructional areas, including writing, reading, math, social studies, and science.
Assists students in dealing with conflict, better ways of expression, and behavioral improvement.
Assists teacher in the preparation of learning materials, including making copies, bulletin boards, and visual
learning aids.
Coordinates activities and meets with teachers on a regular basis.
Administers tests and evaluates student progress in topical area; grades assignments and tests, as directed.
Assists teachers in the maintenance of student records and grades.
Youth Program Coordinator
New Futures @ The Heights at Burien Apartments. Burien, WA

Mar 2006 Jul 2006

Organize and lead after-school tutoring program and youth development program
Coordinate field trips and out-of-site youth program opportunities
Advocate for students and parents at schools site and throughout the neighborhood community
Maintain program database records and annual budget
Oversee site and volunteers
Assistant Teacher
MLK Day Home Center, Catholic Community Services. Seattle, WA

Assist Lead Teacher with reinforcing acceptable behavior by helping to guide, instruct, and supervise
children in groups
Assist children in proper handling and storage of toys and equipment
Prepare materials for scheduled activities
Support a responsible developing and safekeeping of a workplace that values and teaches a culturally
diverse learning environment
Encourage and reinforce interest in books, stories, music and other activities

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Jun 2005 Dec 2005

After School Program Coordinator- MLK VISTA, AmeriCorps

Mekong Learning Center, Urban Impact. Seattle, WA

Sept 2004 Jun 2005

Organize program activities and tutoring time

Provide curriculum and instruction to elementary school children in a culturally diverse environment though
computer based software
Oversee site and volunteers
Service Learning Coordinator- MLK VISTA, AmeriCorps
Franklin High School, Seattle Public Schools. Seattle, WA

Plan materials for service learning, community service and mentoring program at school site
Provide service learning consultation and training to high school youth

OTHER EXPERIENCE
Nov 2006 Jul 2008

Entry Writer- Import Brokerage

Kintetsu World Express, Chicago Branch. Wood Dale, IL

Sum 2003/Sum2004
Sum 2001

Brokerage department: customs clearance entry writing for ocean and air import shipments
Customer service: retrieving of shipment pick-up information and dispatch
Warehouse: Bookkeeping and warehousing of filed entries
Summer Camp Intern
Summer Day Camp, Rainier Avenue Church. Seattle, WA
Summer Day Camp, Hope Central/Northwest Urban Ministries (Urban Impact). Seattle, WA

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & ORGANIZATION

Membership

American School Counselor Association (ASCA)

Washington School Counselor Association (WSCA)

Feb 2015

Attendee
Washington School Counseling Association (WSCA) Conference 2015. Seatac, WA

Dec 2014

Attendee
Beyond Diversity, Pacific Education Group. Bellevue School District. Bellevue, WA

Sept 2014

Attendee
Continuum of Care for Students with Challenging Behavior, Clayton R. Cook, PhD, LP School Mental
Health Assessment, Research, and Training (SMART) Center. Bellevue School District. Bellevue, WA

Apr 2014

Trainee
Child Abuse & Reporting Training, Dr. Manivong Ratts, Seattle University. Seattle, WA
Meets Washington state child abuse and reporting training requirements for mandated reporters

Feb 2014

Presenter & Attendee

Washington School Counseling Association (WSCA) Conference 2014. Seatac, WA
Presenter: The Hidden Culture of Poverty in Schools: Addressing the needs of students in poverty through
Photovoice.

Oct 2013

Trainee
SafeTALK: Suicide Alertness for Everyone Certification, Living Works. Seattle University. Seattle, WA

VOLUNTEER AFFILIATION
Sept 2008 Present
Jan 2013 Apr 2013
Feb 2012 Jun 2012

Worship Leader & Team Member

Rainier Avenue Church. Seattle, WA
Fund for Engagement Selection Committee Member
Center for Service and Community Engagement, Seattle University. Seattle, WA
Youth Small Group Leader
Youth Ministries, Rainier Avenue Church. Seattle, WA

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Sept 2010 Aug 2011
Jan 2010 Mar 2011
Jan 2006 Aug 2006
Sept 2001 Jun 2002
Jan 2001 Aug 2006
Sept 2000 Aug 2006

Diversity Team Leader

Diversity Team, Rainier Avenue Church. Seattle, WA
Adult Small Group Leader
Adult Ministries, Rainier Avenue Church. Seattle, WA
Diversity Team Member
Diversity Team, Rainier Avenue Church. Seattle, WA
After-School Program Tutor
Hope Central/Northwest Urban Ministries (Urban Impact). Seattle, WA
Worship Leader & Team Member
Rainier Avenue Church. Seattle, WA
Youth Leader/Mentor
Youth Ministries, Rainier Avenue Church. Seattle, WA

INTEREST & HOBBIES

Musically Talented: Saxophone, Guitar, Drums & Percussion

Student Development: Mentorship, Tutoring, Counseling
Outdoor Activities: Soccer, Hiking, Cycling, Photography
Indoor Activities: Reading, Writing, Games: Chess, Scrabble, Puzzles
Language Fluency: English, Portuguese, Spanish

REFERENCES
Eric McDowell. Principal
Odle Middle School, Bellevue School District
(a) 11650 SE 60th St., Bellevue, WA 98006
(w) 425.456.6600
(e) mcdowelle@bsd405.org
Renee Barut del Fierro. Assistant Principal
Odle Middle School, Bellevue School District
(a) 11650 SE 60th St., Bellevue, WA 98006
(w) 425.456.6600
(e) barutfierror@bsd405.org
Kat Farkas. School Counselor
Odle Middle School, Bellevue School District
(a) 11650 SE 60th St., Bellevue, WA 98006
(w) 425.456.6606
(c) 206.355.0795
(e) farkask@bsd405.org
Gina Fiorito. School Counselor-Internship Supervisor
Mount Rainier High School, Highline Public Schools
(a) 22450 19th Ave. South, Des Moines, WA 98198
(w) 206.631.7023
(c) 206.715.3766
(e) gina.fiorito@highlineschools.org
Mary Graham. Associate Professor
College of Education, Seattle University
(a) 901 12th Ave, P.O. Box 222000, Seattle WA 98122
(w) 206.296.2843
(c) 253.820.9709
(e) grahamm@seattleu.edu
Manivong Ratts. Associate Professor
College of Education, Seattle University
(a) 901 12th Ave, P.O. Box 222000, Seattle WA 98122
(w) 206.296.2843
(c) 206.409.0885
(e) vong@seattleu.edu