- Gym Workouts (weight training)
- Team Sports (mens fastpitch)
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
KRIS HENSLEY
Lodi,CA
Summary
Skilled in collaborative problem-solving and compassionate communication.
Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving impactful results. Reliable and adaptable, with proven ability to support others.
Results-driven and valued for collaborative approach. Adaptability in dynamic environments, leveraging counseling and consultation skills to achieve positive outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
Manteca Unified School District
06.2001 - Current
- Conducted psychological assessments to identify student needs and inform intervention strategies.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Provided crisis intervention services to support students experiencing emotional distress or behavioral challenges.
- Facilitated workshops for educators on mental health awareness and effective classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with parents and caregivers to enhance student support systems and promote academic success.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on data-driven analysis of individual outcomes.
- Led training sessions for school staff on best practices for addressing diverse learning needs and mental health issues.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Maintained accurate records and documentation in accordance with state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and ethical practices across all professional activities.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to implement effective strategies for addressing students'' unique learning needs.
- Served as a liaison between families, school personnel, community agencies, and other professionals involved in the care of students with special needs or disabilities.
- Observed students in classroom and play environments.
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
Special Education Teacher
San Joaquin County Office of Education
08.2000 - 05.2001
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support student progress and interventions.
- Trained staff on best practices for inclusive education techniques and resources.
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling/School Psychology
National University
Sacramento, CA05-2002
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05-2000
Skills
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Solutions-focused
- Verbal and written communication
- Multicultural competence
- Compassionate
- Conflict mediation
- Multitasking strength
- Served as the lead negotiator of Manteca Educators Associations for over 20 years
Interests
Timeline
School Psychologist
Manteca Unified School District
06.2001 - Current
Special Education Teacher
San Joaquin County Office of Education
08.2000 - 05.2001
Master of Science - School Counseling/School Psychology
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University