Kristina Tafur
Plano,TX
Summary
Student-focused counselor and with strong background in student support. Drives student success by partnering closely with administrators, teachers and guardians on diverse initiatives that will enhance student experiences and help them reach their full potential.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor - Team Lead
Armstrong Middle School
Plano, TX
07.2010 - Current
- Consult with families and staff to discuss strategies necessary for improved student social and academic performance
- Counsel students regarding variety of social, educational and interpersonal issues
- Establish trusting relationship with students and parents to nurture confidence in school counseling process
- Work collectively with education professionals to deliver in-school counseling support for identified students
- Place students into academically appropriate classes after reviewing data and records
- Advise students on course selection decisions based on their goals and strengths
- Coordinate crisis interventions for students facing difficult life situations
- Participate in school-wide initiatives focused on promoting a safe and welcoming environment for all learners
- Provide individual and group counseling sessions to students in order to discuss academic, social and emotional issues
- Create referral networks with outside mental health professionals for additional support services when needed
- Collaborate with teachers to develop strategies for improving student performance in the classroom
- Assist families in understanding resources available within the community to address their needs
- Member of SBIC Committee
- Member of Site Based AVID Committee
Teacher
Hunt Elementary School
Murphy, TX
09.2007 - 05.2010
- Developed and implemented lesson plans, special projects, and excercises following curriclum
- Made indivuidual instructional assessments based on student needs
- Communicated with parents regularly over student expectations, attendance and behavior issues
- Grade level chairperson for Counseling Committee and Math Vertical Team
Teacher
Dooley Elementary School
Plano, TX
07.2003 - 09.2007
- Created an environment that fostered positive learning experiences for all students
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods based on each student's ability level
- Fostered positive relationships with students and parents
- Grade level chairperson for SBIC Committee and for Language Arts Vertical Team
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX12-2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Texas A&M
Corpus Christi12-2002
Skills
- Bilingual - Spanish
- School Behavioral Threat Assessment Training
- Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
- PBIS Training
References
John Tedford, Principal, Armstrong Middle School
469-752-4610
Timeline
School Counselor - Team Lead
Armstrong Middle School
07.2010 - Current
Teacher
Hunt Elementary School
09.2007 - 05.2010
Teacher
Dooley Elementary School
07.2003 - 09.2007
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Dallas Baptist University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Texas A&M
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