HELENA BITTNER
St. Pizza
Portland
1
Language
4
years of professional experience
Former bilingual educator with experience serving adolescents in under-resourced schools in New Orleans and additional experience in the service industry. Currently pursuing a Masters in Professional Mental Health Counseling at Lewis and Clark College with the goal of becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor. Dedicated to expanding access to culturally responsive and trauma informed mental health care for youth and adolescents.
Work History
Lead Bartender and Server
10 Months- Built rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated conflict resolution and de-escalation skills daily.
- Collaborated with the executive chef and general manager to ensure high-quality and enjoyable service.
STEM Educator
2 Years 7 Months- Provided academic instruction in English and Spanish for high-school students in an under-resourced urban setting
- Led a team of 15 staff members as a grade level lead. Took charge in organizing field trips, grade level events and intervention programming such as science fairs.
- Collaborated with administration to advocate for student needs and participated in the union as a bargaining member.
Education
Masters - Professional Mental Health Counseling
L1 Teacher Certification - Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology and Spanish
Semester Abroad - Tropical Ecology
Skills
Community engagement
Active listening
Crisis intervention
Spanish language
Youth mentorship
Client advocacy
Accomplishments
- Teach for America completion: 2023
- Deans List: 2017-2020
- Gilman Scholarship 2018
- Marth Ann Henson and Bruno Klinger Biology Scholarships - 2019
- Director of science fairs at International High School: 2022-2023
- 2026 Focus on the Future Conference by Evergreen Counsel on Problem Gambling participant
- 2026 WACES Conference volunteer admittant
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Lead Bartender and Server
St. Pizza
07.2024 - 05.2025Read More
STEM Educator
International and Livingston High School
05.2021 - 12.2023Read More
Universidad Nacional
Semester Abroad from Tropical Ecology
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Colorado State University
Bachelor of Science from Biology and Spanish
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Relay Graduate University
L1 Teacher Certification from Education
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Lewis and Clark College
Masters from Professional Mental Health Counseling
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