Christine Stafford
Portland
Summary
A recent graduate of Portland State University, with more than ten years of experience, including a strong background in coaching, mentoring, as well as customer service. A first-generation, Indigenous, transfer student that recently earned a Bachelor’s of Science with a double major in Sociology and Liberal Studies, with a minor in psychology. My work experience and unique perspective has allowed for a diverse set of skills including communication, time management, software expertise, coaching and mentoring, public speaking, event planning, facilitating, among others. Additionally, I am a certified Yoga Teacher, and bring those skills around teaching, holistic health, and wellness into the various roles I’ve taken at Portland State University and beyond; it would be a privilege to utilize my wide range of skills and knowledge to help your company thrive.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Wellbeing Coach
Portland State University's Student Health and Counseling Center
06.2023 - 12.2024
- Facilitated 1:1 peer coaching sessions with fellow students
- Developed personalized wellness plans to support student mental health and academic success.
- Built program from the beginning in collaboration with my Coordinator and fellow coach.
- Facilitate hiring and training for new coaches
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt coaching methods accordingly.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Trained in HIPAA and FERPA.
Yoga Teacher
PSU's Campus Recreation
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Facilitated and taught students hatha, vinyasa, and yin yoga classes
- Communicated clearly with students to guide them through postures safely and with proper alignment
- Conducted guided meditations
- Fostered a calming, welcoming space with curated music and lighting
- Provided a safe space for all students at all levels of yoga experiences
- Facilitated meetings to help students 1:1 with their yoga practice
Test Proctor
PSU's Testing Services
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Provided students with accommodations and distraction-free spaces to take exams, as well as monitored breaks, answered questions, provided a welcoming space
- Coordinated with proctor teams to fulfill assignments
- Received FERPA training to properly protect students’ privacy and rights.
Summer Bridge Peer Mentor
PSU's Learning Center
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Supported the transition of new, incoming students
- Guided students in building meaningful skills like communication, self-discipline, and time management.
- Helped create a safe, welcoming space for new students to thrive.
Front Desk Associate
PSU's Women's Resource Center
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Helped create a safe, welcoming space for all students
- Set virtual appointments for students seeking assistance from the SRVR (Sexual and Relationship Violence Response) Program.
- Utilized Microsoft Office, Google Suite, among other software to communicate with WRC & larger campus community
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring smooth check-in and check-out processes for visitors
- Provided comprehensive information on resources and services available to students
- Assisted in creating promotional materials for events, increasing visibility of programs offered by the center.
- Led outreach efforts to expand awareness of center resources among students and local organizations.
Member Services Representative II
InRoads Credit Union
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Developed and retained long-term and profitable customer relationships to maximize revenue growth.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries and issues efficiently.
- Processed member transactions accurately, ensuring compliance with credit union policies.
- Educated members on financial products and services, enhancing overall satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operational workflows, improving efficiency.
- Reviewed account discrepancies, implementing corrective measures to ensure accuracy.
- Trained new staff on procedures and best practices, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology, Liberal Studies
Portland State University
Portland, Oregon12-2024
Skills
- Mentoring
- Coaching
- Effective Communication
- Program Development
- Active Listening
- Cross-Cultural Competence
- Software Expertise
- Time Management
- Group leadership
- Collaborative approach
Accomplishments
- Graduating with Latin Honors, Summa Cum Laude
Certification
- Peer Educator (NASPA) | 2024
- RYT 200 HR Yoga Teacher Training (Cascade School of Yoga) | 2021
- First Aid, CPR and Pediatric First Aid Certification (Red Cross) | 2023
- CARE. ASK. CONNECT. Suicide Prevention Training (Portland State Student Health and Counseling Center) | 2023
- Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care (Trauma Informed Oregon) | 2024
Timeline
Yoga Teacher
PSU's Campus Recreation
12.2023 - 04.2024
Peer Wellbeing Coach
Portland State University's Student Health and Counseling Center
06.2023 - 12.2024
Test Proctor
PSU's Testing Services
07.2022 - 09.2023
Summer Bridge Peer Mentor
PSU's Learning Center
07.2022 - 09.2022
Front Desk Associate
PSU's Women's Resource Center
11.2021 - 07.2022
Member Services Representative II
InRoads Credit Union
05.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Sociology, Liberal Studies
Portland State University
Similar Profiles
Alexis WashamAlexis Washam
Social Work Trainee at PSU Center For Student Health And CounselingSocial Work Trainee at PSU Center For Student Health And Counseling
Leah Hutchinson SanchezLeah Hutchinson Sanchez
Practicum Counselor at Portland State Community Counseling ClinicPracticum Counselor at Portland State Community Counseling Clinic
Emerson DuflothEmerson Dufloth
Dean's Office Assistant at Boise State University's College of Health SciencesDean's Office Assistant at Boise State University's College of Health Sciences
Ben GalluzzoBen Galluzzo
Outside Service Manager at HDG Landscaping CompanyOutside Service Manager at HDG Landscaping Company
Erin RangnerErin Rangner
Operations Specialist at Kaiser PermanenteOperations Specialist at Kaiser Permanente