Lisa Julianne Bright
Bellvue,CO
Summary
Trauma-informed school counseling professional with extensive experience in Title I settings. Collaborates with educators and families to drive improvements in student behavior and academic success, leveraging MTSS and PBIS frameworks while implementing restorative practices that create inclusive and equitable learning environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Mountain School Lead Teacher (Grades 2-3)
Red Feather Lakes Elementary School
Red Feather Lakes, CO
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Led multi-age classroom prioritizing social-emotional development, relationship-building, and trauma-informed instructional practices to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with school teams to address student behavior, attendance, and academic needs within PBIS and MTSS frameworks, enhancing overall student support and engagement.
- Collaborated with staff to implement school-wide educational initiatives and programs.
Licensed Elementary Teacher (Grades 1-3)
Red Feather Lakes Elementary School; Bauder Elementary School; Ouray Elementary School; Northside Elementary School
, CO
01.2014 - 01.2024
- Provided reading and daily social-emotional and behavioral support to students in multiple Title I settings.
- Collaborated closely with school counselors, administrators, and families to support students experiencing trauma, housing instability, and other adverse experiences.
- Implemented restorative practices and tier 2 behavior supports, promoting positive behavior and social-emotional learning.
- Served on PBIS, wellness, equity, and behavior intervention teams.
Refugee School Impact Grant Coordinator & Program Manager
Colorado African Organization
Denver, CO
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Developed trauma-informed programming addressing academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs, improving overall well-being for refugee students.
- Coordinated school-based supports for refugee children and families, enhancing access to essential resources across multiple districts.
- Liaised between schools, families, and community providers to facilitate communication and support for refugee children.
Refugee Resettlement Case Manager & Program Coordinator
Jewish Family Service of San Diego
San Diego, CA
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Coordinated case management, school engagement, and family advocacy to support successful integration of newly resettled refugee families.
- Developed individualized service plans in collaboration with clients and families.
- Assessed client needs through comprehensive intake interviews and evaluations.
- Coordinated client services across multiple programs and resources.
Child Welfare Caseworker (Indigenous Child Welfare)
Multnomah County Department of Human Services
Portland, OR
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Implemented culturally responsive interventions to enhance family dynamics and support cultural identity.
- Developed case plans to address individual family challenges and goals.
- Conducted home visits to assess child safety and family needs.
- Facilitated support for children and families navigating foster care and child welfare systems.
- Collaborated with community agencies to provide resources and support services.
Residential Treatment Counsellor - Child Victims of Abuse and Neglect
The Namaqua Center
Loveland, CO
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Delivered direct care and emotional support to children overcoming extensive trauma histories, fostering resilience and recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, caseworkers, and therapists to align strategies and enhance treatment outcomes.
- Assessed client progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
Education
Master's of Education - School Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix10-2027
Elementary Education Licensure -
Western State University
Gunnison, CO01-2015
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Community-Based Practice with Children and Families
Portland State University
Portland, OR01-2008
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) -
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO01-2005
BA Certificate - Ethnic Studies
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Practices (TBRI)
- MTSS systems
- Restorative practices
- Behavior Intervention Techniques
- Cultural competency
- Behavioral support strategies
- Classroom management
- Student Support Coordination
- Inclusive practices
- Cultural Responsiveness and Equity
- Cultural competency
- Family engagement
- Family advocacy
- Group counseling
- Student advocacy
- Child development
- Emotional support
- Teacher collaboration
- Emotional support
Professional Development And Certifications
- Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)
- PBIS within MTSS - Colorado Department of Education
- Restorative Practices (Tier 1-3)
- Sources of Strength
- Second Step Social-Emotional Curriculum
- Pyramid Model
Leadership Committees And School Engagement
- Member, PBIS Behavior Committee - Bauder Elementary School
- Co-Founder, Cultural Responsiveness and Inclusiveness Committee - Ouray Elementary School
- President, School Wellness and Health Committees
- Founder, School Garden and Farm-to-School Programs
- Founder, Pets Turning Pages Literacy Program
Honors And Recognition
- Teacher of the Month - Bauder Elementary School (2023)
- Teacher of the Year Nominee - Montrose County School District
- Language, Culture, and Equity Award - Colorado Department of Education
- MSW Achievement of Excellence Award - Portland State University
Languages
- English, fluent
- Kiswahili, conversational
Core Counseling Competencies
- Trauma-Informed Practices (TBRI)
- Individual and Small-Group Counseling
- MTSS / PBIS Systems
- Restorative Practices (Tier 1-3)
- Social-Emotional Learning (Conscious Discipline, Second Step, Pyramid Model)
- Family Engagement and Advocacy
- Crisis Response and Behavior Support
- Case Management and Systems Coordination
- Cultural Responsiveness and Equity
- Collaboration with Teachers and Administrators
Licensure And Education
- Master's of Education, School Counseling, Grand Canyon University, Ongoing
- Elementary Education Licensure, Western State University, 05/15
- Master of Social Work (MSW), Community-Based Practice with Children and Families, Portland State University, 06/08
- Doctoral Coursework and Research (PhD, incomplete), Social Work: Refugee Children and Families, University of British Columbia, 09/12 - 05/13
- Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Colorado State University, 05/05
- BA Certificate, Ethnic Studies
Timeline
Mountain School Lead Teacher (Grades 2-3)
Red Feather Lakes Elementary School
01.2024 - 01.2026
Licensed Elementary Teacher (Grades 1-3)
Red Feather Lakes Elementary School; Bauder Elementary School; Ouray Elementary School; Northside Elementary School
01.2014 - 01.2024
Refugee School Impact Grant Coordinator & Program Manager
Colorado African Organization
01.2010 - 01.2012
Refugee Resettlement Case Manager & Program Coordinator
Jewish Family Service of San Diego
01.2008 - 01.2009
Child Welfare Caseworker (Indigenous Child Welfare)
Multnomah County Department of Human Services
01.2007 - 01.2008
Residential Treatment Counsellor - Child Victims of Abuse and Neglect
The Namaqua Center
01.2006 - 01.2007
Master's of Education - School Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Elementary Education Licensure -
Western State University
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Community-Based Practice with Children and Families
Portland State University
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) -
Colorado State University