Aerial Kerr
Houston,TX
Summary
Motivated future Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need. Collaborative and analytical advocate with a focus on building strategic partnerships, advocating for clients and advancing change for communities in need.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Social Work positions. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Literacy Specialist
Yes Prep Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Provided planned objectives and instruction for struggling 6th - 12th grade Emergent Bilingual readers.
- Developed and maintained effective record keeping system for tracking learner attendance, participation and progress.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
ELA 6 Teacher
Yes Prep Public Schools
12.2016 - 06.2022
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
Education
M.D. - Social Work
University of Houston
Houston, TX05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Sociology
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05.2016
Skills
- Professional Development
- Early Childhood and Secondary Literacy
- Collaborative Learning
- Child Welfare
- Ethical Decision-Making
- Client Advocacy
- Empathy Development
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Effective Communication
- Active Listening
- Case Records Management
Certification
Core Subjects Grades 4 - 8
English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades 4 - 8
Timeline
Literacy Specialist
Yes Prep Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
ELA 6 Teacher
Yes Prep Public Schools
12.2016 - 06.2022
M.D. - Social Work
University of Houston
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Sociology
Sam Houston State University