Kristy Teigen
61 E Asbury Ave, Denver
Summary
Dedicated school counselor with strong skills in individual counseling, crisis intervention, and academic advisement. Proven ability to create individualized support plans that enhance student growth and academic success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Campus Middle School, Cherry Creek School District
Greenwood Village, CO
08.2006 - Current
- Developed individualized student support plans to address academic and emotional needs.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
5th Grade Teacher
Dry Creek Elementary, Cherry Creek School District
Greenwood Village, CO
08.2001 - 07.2006
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and collaboration.
- Utilized diverse instructional strategies to accommodate varying learning styles and needs.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices for classroom management and curriculum delivery.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
5th Grade Teacher
Ryan Elementary, Jefferson County School District
Westminster, CO
08.2000 - 07.2001
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, adjusting teaching methods as necessary.
- Improved classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and setting clear expectations for behavior.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Counseling
University of Phoenix
Centennial, CO06-2005
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks05-2000
Skills
- Individual and group counseling
- Mediation, Restorative Practices
- Suicide prevention, Signs of Suicide lessons
- Individual and family support
- Mental health assessments
- Student registration
- Administration collaboration
- Relationship development
- Community resource intelligence, community cupboard
- Academic advisement, registration for 6th-9th grade
- Professional referral network
- Career advising, Naviance lessons
- Initiate and review 504 plans
Timeline
School Counselor
Campus Middle School, Cherry Creek School District
08.2006 - Current
5th Grade Teacher
Dry Creek Elementary, Cherry Creek School District
08.2001 - 07.2006
5th Grade Teacher
Ryan Elementary, Jefferson County School District
08.2000 - 07.2001
Master of Arts - Educational Counseling
University of Phoenix
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of North Dakota
Trainings
- Beyond Diversity
- REMS
- TAIP
- Suicide Assessment
- Safety Evaluation for Self-Injury
- Restorative Practices
- School Counselor ASCA Model
Liscensure
● Colorado Elementary Education License
● Colorado Special Services Provider