About the Instructor – Kristin Burke

Uniquely Qualified Instructor

KRISTIN BURKE is a dynamic, enthusiastic national presenter and seasoned educator. With over a decade of teaching experience and over 3,000 hours of professional development experience, Kristin shares her expertise on working with all students in a variety of settings grades K-12. She believes that equipping students with tools to regulate their emotions, reduce their stress and improve their focus is a survival skill for today’s learners, and that schools and districts must respond to this need to maximize students’ success. Drawing on her experiences with grades K-12 students, Kristin guides you through confidently establishing and strengthening your Social Emotional Learning program. Kristin is also the author of Powerful Strategies to Improve Social Emotional Learning, the digital resource handbook you will receive at the institute, and the creator of the Be Well Now app. Kristin’s knowledge, experience and expertise in SEL practices translate into an institute that is jam-packed with great ideas you will want to use immediately to improve student behaviors and increase learning!

What Your Colleagues Say About Your Presenter

"I am thoroughly impressed with Kristen as a presenter. Her knowledge and strategies have been instrumental in inspiring me and motivating me to be the best I can be as a teacher."
– Elisa Finch, Teacher/Case Manager

"Kristin is so knowledgeable, approachable, and inspiring! It was 2 days full of practical and applicable information. Can’t wait to get back to school and try it all out!"
– Judith Fernstrom, School Counselor

"Wonderful training filled with tangible and practical strategies for staff and students. I enjoyed the hands-on approach with the training and that we got to learn the ‘why’ behind the strategies. It feels great knowing we’ve gained an ally long-term, as well! THANK YOU."
– Kiersten Margolit, School Social Worker