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KRYSTINA SCHULZE

HEBRON,CT

Summary

Professional with strong background in counseling and deep commitment to student-family development. Demonstrates effective communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills to support student well-being. Collaborative team player, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on achieving positive outcomes. Ready to contribute to fostering supportive and productive educational and counseling environments.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

TEACHER ASSISTANT FIRST GRADE

Saint Anastasia Catholic School
10.2020 - 06.2021
  • Assisted first-grade teacher in daily classroom activities, fostering a nurturing learning environment and supporting individual student needs.
  • Taught class as a substitute teacher when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, behavior, and attendance.
  • Organized and assisted with engaging classroom activities, enhancing students' learning experiences and fostering a love for education.

CHILD CLINICIAN

Child First
08.2018 - 10.2018
  • Provided compassionate care using Child Parent Psychotherapy and Play Therapy, fostering emotional well-being and resilience in children and families through evidence-based interventions.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments, developed tailored treatment plans, and tracked progress metrics to ensure optimal outcomes for children and families.
  • Partnered with multidisciplinary teams to deliver care, coordinating services and resources to address complex needs.

SCHOOL COUNSELOR

Coventry High School
08.2007 - 12.2012
  • Guided students through academic, career and personal/social challenges, fostering growth and resilience. Implemented innovative counseling programs, enhancing student well-being and success rates.
  • Developed comprehensive career guidance strategies, significantly increasing college acceptance rates. Streamlined counseling processes and improving student access to support services.
  • Partnered with teachers, parents and community to create individualized student success plans. Facilitated workshops on mental health awareness, promoting a supportive school environment.
  • Analyzed student data to identify trends and implement targeted interventions. Evaluated counseling program effectiveness, continuously refining approaches for optimal student outcomes.
  • Pioneered peer mentorship programs, fostering student leadership and community engagement. Introduced cutting-edge counseling techniques, setting new standards for student support in the district.
  • Empowered students through personalized counseling, boosting post-secondary success rates and improving mental health awareness campus wide.
  • Implemented targeted interventions based on student data analysis, enhancing academic outcomes and personal growth for diverse student populations.

STUDENT COUNCIL ADVISOR

East Hampton Middle School
11.2005 - 06.2007
  • Guided student council initiatives, fostering leadership skills and community engagement. Facilitated successful school events, enhancing student participation and morale.
  • Implemented creative programs to boost student involvement in school governance. Developed mentorship system, improving communication between grades and faculty.

SKI CLUB ADVISOR

East Hampton Middle School
11.2006 - 02.2007
  • Led engaging ski club activities, fostering student interest in winter sports and promoting physical fitness among middle schoolers.
  • Coordinated with school staff and external vendors to organize safe, enjoyable ski trips, enhancing students' extracurricular experiences.
  • Mentored novice skiers, building their confidence and skills while ensuring a positive learning environment for all club members.

BOOKKEEPER

East Hampton Middle School
11.2001 - 07.2004
  • Maintained accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Prepared monthly financial reports for school administration.
  • Streamlined bookkeeping processes, improving efficiency and accuracy. Collaborated with department heads to optimize budget allocation.

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE/BANK TELLER

Eastern Savings and Loan
08.1998 - 11.2001
  • Assisted customers with account management and transaction processing using banking software and safety procedures.


CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE/BANK TELLER

Farmer's and Mechanics Bank/Citizens Bank
09.1995 - 06.1998
  • Assisted customers with account management and transaction processing using banking software and safety procedures.


Education

ADVANCED COUNSELING PROGRAM -

Central Connecticut State University

SCHOOL COUNSELING, M.S. -

Central Connecticut State University
05.2008

PSYCHOLOGY, B.A. -

Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT
09.2004

Skills

  • Counseling expertise
  • Crisis response & intervention techniques
  • Student advocacy
  • Special education support
  • Academic support
  • Cultural awareness
  • Parent-teacher communication & collaboration
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Conflict resolution
  • College & career planning
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Classroom management

Accomplishments

Child First-CPP Continuing Ed. Cert. by NASS

High School Class Advisor

BOE Presenter

Guided Tour for CHS's China sister school

Co-coordinator At-risk Youth Wilderness Group

Student Council Advisor

Ski Club Advisor

CSCA Conference Presenter

Good Apple Award Recipient

Math Summer Paraprofessional

Timeline

TEACHER ASSISTANT FIRST GRADE

Saint Anastasia Catholic School
10.2020 - 06.2021

CHILD CLINICIAN

Child First
08.2018 - 10.2018

SCHOOL COUNSELOR

Coventry High School
08.2007 - 12.2012

SKI CLUB ADVISOR

East Hampton Middle School
11.2006 - 02.2007

STUDENT COUNCIL ADVISOR

East Hampton Middle School
11.2005 - 06.2007

BOOKKEEPER

East Hampton Middle School
11.2001 - 07.2004

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE/BANK TELLER

Eastern Savings and Loan
08.1998 - 11.2001

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE/BANK TELLER

Farmer's and Mechanics Bank/Citizens Bank
09.1995 - 06.1998

ADVANCED COUNSELING PROGRAM -

Central Connecticut State University

SCHOOL COUNSELING, M.S. -

Central Connecticut State University

PSYCHOLOGY, B.A. -

Eastern Connecticut State University
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