Welcome-to-Teaching Conversation Series: Episode 4 Teacher Well-Being

Tina Behlos-Hernandez, School Counselor

Konstantina (Tina) Behlos-Hernandez earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and Psychology from Seton Hall University and her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, with a certification in School Counseling from New Jersey City University. After earning her degree, Tina joined the North Bergen New Jersey school district as a 3rd and 4th grade classroom teacher and was then promoted to School Counselor. Tina is an accomplished educator with multiple decades of experience supporting working with learners.

Tina’s professional roles extends beyond the classroom. In her spare time, Tina facilitate mentoring and counseling sessions. Additionally, Tina hosts public speaking and theater groups to inspire young people to express their creativity through the arts. Tina believes in the power of connection and strives to make deep and life-changing connections with students, families, colleagues, and the community at-large. 

Sam Ramey, Social Studies Teacher

Sam Ramey is a 7th grade social studies teacher in Cincinnati Public Schools. This is his third year teaching and his second year in Cincinnati. Prior to Cincinnati, he student taught in Columbus City Schools and taught a year later in a charter school within the Chicago Public Schools domain. He has learned so much from each of these experiences and is eager to continue learning and growing throughout his career! It is a privilege to be a part of the Cincinnati Public Schools family with the supports available to grow as an educator!

Kelly Stanifer, Special Education Teacher

Kelly Stanifer graduated with her Bachelors in Special Education from the University of Cincinnati in 2023. She is a second-year teacher in an Autism Unit. She switched from teaching Kindergarten at one CPS school to teaching Third and Fourth grade at another CPS school this year.

Robin Vitucci, Assistant Director, AFT Educational Issues