Troy Christensen
Pleasant Grove
Summary
Passionate Student Advocate with background in providing support to diverse student populations. Experience includes crisis intervention, academic advising, and advocacy for student rights and needs. Strengths lie in empathetic communication, problem-solving skills and knowledge of school policies and procedures. Past roles have involved creating positive change by connecting students with necessary resources, promoting inclusivity and fostering a supportive educational environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Advocate
Alpine School District
Pleasant Grove
08.2022 - Current
- Provide support and mentorship to students, helping them navigate academic and behavioral challenges.
- Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and families to create individualized success plans.
- Promote a positive school climate, and advocate for student needs and well-being.
- Organized events that promote a sense of community among different student groups.
- Monitored student attendance records and identified any potential problems early on.
Substitute Teacher /Classroom Teacher's Aide
Alpine School District
Pleasant Grove
03.2014 - 05.2025
- Substituted in a variety of grade levels and subject areas, maintaining continuity of learning.
- Supported classroom instruction, behavior management, and small group activities.
- Adapted to various teaching styles and school environments.
Paraeducator / SpEdMath Teacher
Alpine School District
Pleasant Grove
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Delivered math instruction and individualized support to middle and high school students.
- Assisted in classroom management and lesson implementation across core subjects.
- Worked closely with special education staff to meet IEP goals.
Warehouse, Sales & Implementation Specialist
Propeller, Inc
Santaquin
02.1999 - 11.2009
- Managed warehouse operations and inventory using Oracle software.
- Assisted in product implementation and client onboarding processes.
- Supported sales team with customer service, logistics, and technical coordination
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
UVU
Orem, UTSkills
- Student mentoring
- Individualized education plans
- Behavior management
- Community engagement
- Attendance monitoring
- Collaboration with educators
- Conflict resolution
- Data analysis
- Educational assessment
- Crisis intervention
Accomplishments
- Promoted from Paraeducator to Special Education Math Teacher — Successfully taught 3 resource math classes and co-taught in 4 general education classrooms, supporting diverse learners and managing IEP goals.
- Transitioned into Student Advocacy Role at the High School Level — Selected to serve as a Student Advocate, providing academic, emotional, and behavioral support to students, collaborating closely with administration, teachers, and families to improve student outcomes
Timeline
Student Advocate
Alpine School District
08.2022 - Current
Paraeducator / SpEdMath Teacher
Alpine School District
08.2019 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher /Classroom Teacher's Aide
Alpine School District
03.2014 - 05.2025
Warehouse, Sales & Implementation Specialist
Propeller, Inc
02.1999 - 11.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
UVU
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