Heather Kitterman
Snoqualmie,WA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with a background in education, counseling, and community engagement. Skilled in building strong partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including parents, teachers, and community resources. Adept at providing individual and family support, promoting social-emotional development, and coordinating crisis services. Strong advocate for children's well-being and experienced in collaborating with outside agencies to ensure access to essential resources. Demonstrated ability to listen actively, communicate effectively, and empower families to navigate challenges. Committed to fostering inclusivity, empathy, and positive change within the community.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Snoqualmie Valley
09.2021 - Current
- Instructional Differentiation and Creativity: Differentiate instruction and employ creative strategies to engage and motivate students effectively.
- Adaptability and Flexibility: Recognized for adaptability and flexibility in responding to challenging behaviors and adjusting approaches based on individual student needs.
- Quick Problem-Solving: Utilize quick problem-solving skills to troubleshoot challenges and find effective solutions in dynamic classroom environments.
- Positive Classroom Culture: Foster positive classroom culture that promotes inclusivity, respect, and collaboration among students.
School Counselor
Opstad Elementary School
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Collaborated with external agencies to secure necessary services and resources for students.
- Supported children and families by closely working with caregivers to address their needs.
- Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate children, staff and parents on relevant topics related to mental health.
- Conducted crisis interventions utilizing established trust and rapport to deescalate emergency situations.
- Utilized data analysis to monitor student progress and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Trained and supervised Counselor Intern, facilitating their successful transition into the role.
Preschool Teacher
Little Stars Preschool
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Effective Parent Communication: Fostered positive communication with parents through daily interactions and formal conferences to ensure collaboration and support for children's development.
- Social-Emotional Development: created an environment that fostered social skills, emotional regulation, and positive relationships among children.
- Family engagement: organized family events and led conferences.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom
School Counselor
Fall City Elementary School
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Collaborative Support: Worked collaboratively with teachers, parents and community to support children's needs (approximately 550 children). Fostered partnerships and open-lines of communication to ensure the well-being of children.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Lead and coordinated weekly meetings with various stakeholders to support the emotional and academic growth of children. Ability to bring together different perspectives to create comprehensive support plans.
- Referral Management: Managed referrals to outside agencies to best support academic and social emotional needs of students and families (including: mental health counseling, mentorship, and wraparound services).
- Data-Driven Approach: Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Inclusive School-Wide Events: Designed and led school-wide events (assemblies and lessons) to foster inclusion and connection (such as: “It Starts with Hello” week, Random Acts of Kindness week, Future Ready Showcase, etc).
- Collaborated with PTSA and delivered trainings on Social Emotional Learning and the Zones of Regulation.
Education
Master of Arts - Education, School Counseling
Seattle Univeristy
Seattle, WA06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA06.2000
Skills
- Active Empathetic Listener
- Successfully established strong partnerships with community organizations and caregivers, resulting in increased access to resources and improved outcomes for families
- Crisis Services Coordination
- Conflict Resolution
- Advocacy and Case Management
- Strong Collaborator with Multidisciplinary Teams
- Parent/Guardian Training on skills related building positive social and emotional development in their children
- Cultural Competency
- Strengths Based Approach
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
Educational Staff Associates (ESA) Certificate
Volunteer Experience
- Youth Mentor, Empower Youth Network (2019 - Present): Regularly meet with youth to establish positive relationships and provide support in their personal and academic growth.
- Girls on the Run Head Coach and Site Liaison, Snoqualmie Valley Schools (2017 - 2022): Led Girls on the Run programs, serving as a coach and liaison between the organization and local schools in the Snoqualmie Valley. Empowered young girls through physical activity, character development, and team-building exercises.
- Girl Scout Troop Leader (K-4th grade), 20013 - 2017: Guided and mentored Girl Scout troops, fostering the personal and social development of girls through engaging activities and community involvement.
- Event Coordinator: Organized various school events, including a Friday running club, class parties, and volunteer coordination for a local 5K race.
- Support for Domestic Violence Survivors: Assisted survivors of domestic violence and their children through involvement with organizations such as Eastside Domestic Violence (now LifeWire) and Whatcom Crisis Center.
- Engagement with Local Charities: Collaborated with several local charities, including Encompass N.W. and our local winter shelter, in various capacities to support their initiatives and community programs.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Snoqualmie Valley
09.2021 - Current
School Counselor
Opstad Elementary School
08.2020 - 09.2021
Preschool Teacher
Little Stars Preschool
08.2018 - 06.2019
School Counselor
Fall City Elementary School
08.2016 - 06.2019
Master of Arts - Education, School Counseling
Seattle Univeristy
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Western Washington University
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