Kristen Johnsen

Kristen Johnsen has a diverse work experience that spans from 2008 to the present. Kristen has worked as a Director of Fine & Performing Arts at the Newburgh Enlarged City School District since 2023. Prior to this, Kristen was a Musician at the Cortlandt Chamber Orchestra starting in 2013 and the NY Wind Symphony starting in 2010. Kristen also worked as a Music Educator at Nyack Public Schools from 2013 to 2023 and as a Tax Associate at H&R Block from January 2023 to April 2023. Additionally, Kristen has been involved as a clarinetist in various musical ensembles, such as the Ramsey Wind Symphony, Warwick Valley Middle School, and SUNY Orange. Kristen also had experience in instrument repair at Key Music from 2008 to 2013.

Kristen Johnsen's education history includes obtaining a Master of Education (MEd) degree in Educational Leadership and Administration from The College of Saint Rose in 2021. Kristen also received a Certificate of Advanced Studies in SBL/SDL (School Building Leader/School District Leader) from the same institution but the specific start year is not provided.

Prior to that, Kristen earned a Master's degree in Music Education from the State University of New York College at Fredonia between 2010 and 2012. Kristen had previously earned a Bachelor's degree in Music Education from the same institution, graduating in 2008.

Additionally, Kristen also obtained several certifications. Kristen received a Certification in Income Tax Course from H&R Block in 2022. Kristen also holds the IRS Individual Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) certification from the Internal Revenue Service, which was obtained in December 2022.

In terms of educational leadership, Kristen has obtained the School District Leader Certification (SDL) from NYSED in October 2021, as well as the School Building Leader Certification (SBL) from NYSED in July 2021.

Furthermore, Kristen holds a Music Education Professional Certification, K-12, from NYSED, though the specific details regarding the month and year of obtaining the certification are unavailable.