CHRISTINE HARDIMAN
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Collaborative leader with extensive experience in managing programs focused on health education, student mental health, and social-emotional learning. Proven track record in building effective teams, managing budgets, and implementing innovative wellness initiatives that foster safe, supportive and inclusive learning environments. Strong advocate for family and community partnerships, emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor, Wellness and Health Education Team
San Francisco Unified School District
07.2022 - Current
- Supervised the central Wellness and Health Education Team and managed daily operations
- Recruited, hired, supervised, and evaluated PK-12 school social workers.
- Provided leadership and oversight for middle and high school wellness programs and health education initiatives.
- Delivered ongoing consultation, coaching, and professional development for School Social Workers and community health outreach workers.
- Fostered supportive work environment by establishing trust and collaboration among colleagues.
- Co-led district-wide crisis response team, offering consultation to site leaders and School Social Workers during critical incidents.
- Managed contracts, MOUs, and grants to ensure alignment with program goals and compliance.
- Managed large budgets and determined allocations for staffing, supplies and materials, authorizing purchases.
- Led evaluation processes to identify areas for continuous improvement and enhance program effectiveness.
Program Administrator / Wellness Initiative Manager
San Francisco Unified School District
09.2016 - 06.2022
- Managed 22 wellness centers, enhancing support for middle and high school students across the district.
- Supervised wellness counselors and school social workers, delivering clinical consultation and coaching to strengthen professional development.
- Designed and launched a district-wide middle school wellness program model, integrating stakeholder feedback and best practices to ensure effectiveness.
- Designed and launched a district-wide middle school wellness program model using stakeholder feedback and best practices.
- Supported district-wide crisis response team initiatives to enhance student safety and well-being.
Mentor Wellness Counselor
San Francisco Unified School District
08.2015 - 09.2016
- Mentored wellness counselors and school social workers in district high schools to enhance student mental health support.
- Designed and facilitated monthly professional learning sessions on best practices in student wellness and mental health support, improving counselor effectiveness.
- Provided consultation and coaching to wellness counselors and social workers, enhancing service delivery and improving student outcomes.
Wellness Counselor / Founding Wellness Program Coordinator
John O'Connell High School, San Francisco Unified School District
09.2002 - 06.2015
- Established and coordinated the school's Wellness Center and comprehensive student wellness program.
- Coordinated school-based mental health and health services, enhancing student access through partnerships with community organizations.
- Provided individual and group counseling services to support students' academic, social-emotional, and mental health needs.
- Developed and implemented advisory curriculum focused on health, wellness, healthy relationships, and social-emotional learning.
- Organized student wellness events, health education activities, and family engagement workshops to promote a culture of wellness and support among students and families.
- Partnered with families to improve students' attendance and academic and health outcomes
- Facilitated Student Success Team (SST), Student Assistance Program (SAP), and Culture and Climate meetings.
- Delivered professional development for teachers and school staff, equipping them with effective strategies for supporting student wellness and mental health.
- Served on the Student Assistance Program, Cultural Leadership Team, Instructional Leadership Team, Crisis Response Team, Culture and Climate team, and PTSA.
Education
California Clear Administrative Services Credential -
ACSA
09-2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Sociology
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, COMaster of Arts (M.A.) - Education and Teaching
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CAHigh School Diploma -
American School in Japan
Tokyo, JapanMaster of Science (M.S.) - Counseling, Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC)
University of La Verne
La Verne, CASpanish Language and Culture -
St. Bonaventure University
Sevilla, SpainSkills
- Bilingual, bicultural
- Strategic planning
- Community and team building
- Stakeholder engagement and partnership
- Public speaking
- Program design and evaluation
- Training and mentoring
- Budget and operations management
- Process monitoring and improvement
- Complex problem-solving
- Behavioral Health Counseling
- Curriculum Design and Instruction
- Crisis Response and Intervention
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Trauma-Informed Practices
- Restorative Practices
- Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- Mindfulness (MBSR)
- Youth Leadership Development
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Survey Tools
References
Available Upon Request
Languages
Japanese
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Supervisor, Wellness and Health Education Team
San Francisco Unified School District
07.2022 - Current
Program Administrator / Wellness Initiative Manager
San Francisco Unified School District
09.2016 - 06.2022
Mentor Wellness Counselor
San Francisco Unified School District
08.2015 - 09.2016
Wellness Counselor / Founding Wellness Program Coordinator
John O'Connell High School, San Francisco Unified School District
09.2002 - 06.2015
California Clear Administrative Services Credential -
ACSA
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Sociology
University of Colorado Boulder
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Education and Teaching
University of California, Santa Cruz
High School Diploma -
American School in Japan
Master of Science (M.S.) - Counseling, Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC)
University of La Verne
Spanish Language and Culture -
St. Bonaventure University