Hollie Foster
Educator, Teacher, Counselor
Aurora, CO 80015
adugc8@r.postjobfree.com
EXPERIENCE
Cross Country Education, Omar D Blair, School Counselor January 2022 - Current
Lead small groups and individual sessions; Focus on interpersonal skills and positive relationships; Promote Zones of Regulation using reflective strategies and coping skills; Support positive connection between school and home
Denver Health, Behavioral Health Technician
February 2021 - February 2022
Provide direct patient care: Eating Disorders and Addiction; Record treatment activities and observations of patients; Build trusting relationship with patients while monitoring patient safety and well-being
Cherry Creek S.D., Eaglecrest, Educator
August 2018 - February 2021
High school educator and mental health supporter; Collaborated with peers and sta to create a positive working environment; Used a range of teaching activities and strategies to address a broad spectrum of students
Douglas County S.D., Educator, School Counselor
Mountain Ridge, Arrowwood, Meadow View
August 2016 - August 2018
Created productive learning environments by understanding student development, cognitive abilities, and learning styles; Supported small groups and individual needs: Divorce, Death, Positive Peer and family relations; Taught Second Step Curriculum
Dysart School S.D., Educator
Ashton Ranch, Mountain View, Sonoran Heights
November 2005 - June 2016
Taught kindergarten and Special education k-8; Established SMART goals: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound; Participated in PBL (Project Based Learning) SKILLS
Educator since 1994
Classroom teacher since 1999
Counselor since 2014
Case manager
Provide therapeutic goals to
include coping skills and
reflective tools
Support RTI/MTSS
Understand diversity
Strong communication skills
Core listening skills
Ability to support all age
groups
Promote reflection and
positive decision making
CPI Certified
EDUCATION
Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ 2014
- M.S. Professional Counseling
California State University, San Marcos, CA 1998, 1999
- B.A., Liberal Studies: Emphasis: Sociology
- Elementary Education; CLAD Certified
- Cross Cultural, Language, and Academic Development West Valley Family Development Center, Avondale, CA
- Master’s level, Counseling Practicum student
Conducted individualized counseling sessions for children age 5-18, young adults, adults, and married couples; Maintained positive, counseling relations with active client base; Processed intake interviews, assessments and diagnosis with new clients; Developed e ective treatment plans for new and continuing clients, focusing on client needs; Worked with clients who were diagnosed with anxiety and depression, leading them in positive imagery practices, deep breathing techniques, and behavior management strategies