KRISTI BEAN
Central Point,OR
Summary
Experienced in special education, offering tailored instructional strategies to meet the unique learning needs of diverse students. Successfully implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) to consistently enhance student engagement and progress. Expertise in behavior management, creating inclusive classroom environments that foster a positive and supportive learning atmosphere.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Family Solutions Psychiatric Day Treatment
05.2010 - Current
- Riverbend School Grants Pass, OR grades K-6 2022-2025
- Summit School Ashland, OR grades K-6 2016-2022
- Hanby School Gold Hill, OR grades 5-8 2010 -2014
- Facilitated a well structured, educational day treatment program that included academic practice in core subjects as well as project based learning and social skills practice to support transition back to less restrictive educational settings.
- Trained and skilled in implementing trauma informed practices, CPI techniques, and collaborative problem solving strategies on a daily basis within the classroom
- Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, school districts, mental health team, and community partners, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
Special Education Teacher
Medford School District
08.2014 - 06.2016
- North Medford High School grades 9-12 2014-2015
- Ruch Outdoor Community School grades K-8 2015-2016
- Designed transition and life skills project based learning curriculum to address the needs of students with intellectual disabilities at the high school level in a site based classroom
- Knowledgeable with Common Core State Standards and goal alignment within the Individualized Education Plan
- Provided pull out and push in resource room instruction for students K-8
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Educational Instructor
Educational Instructor K-12
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Created licensed home-tutoring business, Kristi's Learning Tree, and provided tailored learning programs for one on one instruction for struggling students
- Worked at Sylvan Learning Center providing tutoring for students, using data-driven instruction to identify areas of weakness and modify teaching strategies accordingly for improved results
Special Education Teacher
Central Point School District
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Substitute teacher in a variety of settings including resource, site based, and behavior classrooms as well as general education classrooms
- Long term substitute Language Arts Department, created and delivered instructional coursework for the general education population
- Summer Credit Retrieval Program
- Student Teacher Crater High School 2004-2005
Mental Health Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant
Behavioral Health Services, Rogue Valley Medical Center
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Provided support services that enhanced mental and physical stability for adults in the acute phase of mental disturbance
- Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technician Level II
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate support and care in one-on-one and group settings.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR06-2005
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR06-1999
No Degree - Music Education
Whitman College
Walla Walla, WA06-1996
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Individual education plans ieps
- Small group instruction
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with mental health teams, educational teams, families, and local community partners to provide comprehensive services to support students with unique and diverse challenges.
- Trained and skilled in using NonViolent Crisis Intervention, as well as Collaborative Problem Solving modalities to safely support a highly acute population.
Certification
- Oregon Qualified Mental Health Associate QMHA, 2025
- Certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) 2025
- First Aid Certified, 2024
- Trauma Informed Practices, 2024
- Rooted in Relationships, 2024
- Transformational Social Emotional Learning Framework, 2024
- SIOP, 2025
- Zones of Regulation, 2023
- Restorative Justice ,2019
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Medford School District
08.2014 - 06.2016
Special Education Teacher
Family Solutions Psychiatric Day Treatment
05.2010 - Current
Educational Instructor
Educational Instructor K-12
01.2007 - 01.2010
Special Education Teacher
Central Point School District
01.2005 - 01.2007
Mental Health Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant
Behavioral Health Services, Rogue Valley Medical Center
01.2002 - 01.2004
Master of Arts - Special Education
Southern Oregon University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Southern Oregon University
No Degree - Music Education
Whitman College
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