KRISTA WILSON
Summary
Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified School Counselor with 30 years of experience, including 23 years in public education at Idabel Public Schools. Dedicated to fostering student success through innovative social-emotional learning, character education, and strong relationship-building. Proven leader committed to creating a safe, supportive, and engaging school environment where all students can thrive. Passionate about embracing new challenges and consistently going the extra mile to support individual student success.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Idabel Public Schools – Central Elementary
01.2003 - Current
- Teach weekly guidance lessons (Grades 2–5) focused on SEL, character education, and life skills
- Provide individual and group counseling to support academic, behavioral, and emotional growth
- Collaborate with staff, families, and administration to address student needs and improve outcomes
- Serve as Building Test Coordinator (OSTP, ACCESS, Gifted & Talented)
- Lead school-wide programs including Red Ribbon Week and student recognition initiatives
- Support IEP processes, student interventions, and referrals to community resources
- Identify and support Gifted & Talented and English Language Learner (ELL) students
- Contribute to school improvement efforts, committees, and campus leadership
CLINICAL COUNSELOR (LPC)
Carl Albert Community Mental Health Clinic
01.1996 - 01.2003
- Provided counseling services for children, adolescents, and adults
- Delivered crisis intervention and developed individualized treatment plans
- Collaborated with families, schools, and community agencies to support client needs
Education
Master of Behavioral Studies -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
1997
Bachelor of Arts -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
1996
Skills
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Character Education
- Guidance Curriculum
- Behavioral Intervention
- Classroom management
- Self-esteem building
- Individual/Group counseling
- Bullying prevention
- Conflict resolution
- Anger management
- Social skills training
- Referral coordination
- Mediation and crisis intervention
- Coping skills strategies
- Career exploration
- Interpersonal skills
HONORS & RECOGNITION
Teacher of the Year – Central Elementary, LifeChanger of the Year Nominee (2019–2020), Psi Chi National Honor Society, Cardinal Key Honor Society
Timeline
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Idabel Public Schools – Central Elementary
01.2003 - Current
CLINICAL COUNSELOR (LPC)
Carl Albert Community Mental Health Clinic
01.1996 - 01.2003
Master of Behavioral Studies -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Arts -
Southeastern Oklahoma State University