Nicole was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley, and she currently lives in Westlake Village, CA. Having experienced the journey as a first-generation college student herself, she carries a profound passion for assisting students and their families through the intricate college application process. Her personal experience serves as a foundation for her dedication, ensuring that students and their families receive not only guidance but also a compassionate and relatable source of support throughout their educational endeavors.
Nicole attended Mount St. Mary’s University in Los Angeles, graduating with her BA in American Studies, cum laude. This major provided her with a broad liberal arts education that has served her well in working in education over the last 10 years, assisting hundreds of students. After graduating from MSMU, Nicole earned her Certificate in College Counseling from UCLA Extension, and has completed Harvard University’s Summer Institute on College Admissions.
Nicole is an active member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) and the Western affiliate, WACAC, Nicole frequently attends conferences and visits colleges to keep her skills and knowledge up to date.
Nicole Dorfler
Director of College Counseling
April was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley and brings over 20 years of experience working with students across a wide range of ages, from preschool through college. Her extensive background in education allows her to support students not only academically, but also socially and emotionally, helping them build confidence, organization, and independence throughout their educational journey.
April began her academic path at College of the Canyons, where she earned her Associate’s degree before transferring to UCLA to complete her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She went on to earn her Master’s degree in School Counseling, along with a Pupil Services Credential, equipping her with the training and expertise to support students holistically.
Throughout her career, April has worked closely with students to support academic progress, course planning, study skills, organization and time management, social-emotional well-being, and college and career planning. She is particularly skilled at helping students stay on track academically, develop effective learning habits, navigate academic challenges, and build self-advocacy skills that support long-term success.
April is an active member of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) and remains committed to staying current with best practices in student support and academic counseling.
April Salazar
College & Academic Success Counselor
Tiffany Park is a dedicated educator with a passion for helping students unlock their full potential. With a bachelor’s degree from Dartmouth College and a master’s in Education from Harvard University, Tiffany brings both academic rigor and a deep understanding of learning processes to their practice. Currently a special education teacher, Tiffany has also worked as a math instructional coach, honing their expertise in math pedagogy.
Tiffany specializes in supporting students with dyslexia, dyscalculia, autism, ADHD, and other neurodivergent profiles. Using manipulatives and hands-on approaches, she tailors lessons to meet each student's unique needs. Tiffany strives to find the right balance between support and challenge, ensuring that every student feels confident in their abilities while pushing the boundaries of what they can achieve. Her goal is to make learning accessible, engaging, and empowering for all learners.
