Kristen Smith

• Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
• Developed strong relationships with students, providing mentorship and fostering personal growth.
• Served as a liaison between students, faculty, staff, and administration to address concerns or conflicts that arose during the course of study.
• Consulted with students to advise on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.
• Assisted students in identifying career goals and aligning them with appropriate academic programs.
• Provided ongoing support for students experiencing academic difficulties, resulting in improved performance.
• Assisted students in selecting courses to align with interests and abilities.
• Participated in professional development activities to stay current on best practices in higher education advising.
• Answered student inquiries and resolved problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites.
• Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
• Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
• Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
• Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
• Advocated for students to access available resources.

Performed as a member of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra for the past 29 seasons

Taught in the SPARK program, educating elementary level students by creating original lesson plans that incorporate music with teacher's requested core curriculum studies, beginning at its inception

In addition, I have a private studio where I instruct students in learning both the bassoon and the oboe. My students range from Jr. High level to older adult students and I currently have 24 students in the studio.