Kristen MacMaster
San Diego,CA
Summary
A compassionate school counselor with a heart for nurturing and guiding students on their paths to success in the areas of academic, social-emotional, and college/career learning. Using years of education and experience to reach students where they are, meet their unique needs, and elevate them to their fullest potential.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
San Diego Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
- Developed wellness room to support mental health needs of students.
- Provided individual and small group counseling.
- Collaborated with students to develop SMART goals for academic success and increased GPA.
- Assisted academic counselors with student class scheduling and summer school enrollment.
- Facilitated Restorative Justice Circles to repair student conflict and lower rates of suspension.
- Presented anti-vaping and stress management lessons as the Tobacco Use Prevention Education advisor.
- Advised a student-led Bring Change to Mind club to raise awareness of student mental health concerns.
- Acted as Wellness Coordinator, leading the committee's goals for improving overall school health.
- Acted as Children and Youth in Transition liaison to advocate for students experiencing homelessness.
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
San Diego Unified School District
09.2015 - 06.2023
- Developed a comprehensive school counseling program based on ASCA standards for K-5 students.
- Created and taught SEL curriculum through classroom lessons and schoolwide campaigns.
- Provided individual and small group counseling.
- Student Study Team leader and 504 Plan Coordinator.
- Attendance Review Team leader.
- Executed use of PowerSchool database.
- Developed Behavior Intervention Plans.
- Collaborated with outside organizations to provide resources and programs for students in need.
Education
Pupil Personnel Services Credential -
Commission On Teacher Credentialing
California07.2012
Master of Arts, Education -
Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA05.2011
Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies -
Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA05.2009
Skills
- Academic Enrollment and Advisement
- Student Club Advisement
- Mental Health Counseling
- Restorative Justice Circles
- Tobacco Use Prevention
- Working with Diverse Student Populations
- Working Across Multiple Database Structures
- Social Emotional Learning
- Wellness Center Management
- Professional Communication
- Member of ASCA
Accomplishments
- Nominated for SDUSD School Counselor of the Year, 2023
- NAIA Champion of Character Award recipient, 2008
Timeline
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
San Diego Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
San Diego Unified School District
09.2015 - 06.2023
Pupil Personnel Services Credential -
Commission On Teacher Credentialing
Master of Arts, Education -
Point Loma Nazarene University
Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies -
Point Loma Nazarene University
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