Ahrin Gibbons
Abington,PA
Summary
Goal-driven, compassionate and empathetic High School Teacher with research, clinical and over ten years of experience providing top-notch education to students. Hardworking and reliable with excellent leadership and development skills. Proficient in teaching science, math and English lessons to students. Organized in handling documentation, recordkeeping and data analysis. Skilled in enhancing research with accuracy and precision. Dedicated to executing protocols to meet study objectives, requirements and presentation. Proficient in behavioral analysis and the implementation of specialized programs for individuals with intellectual, mental, emotional and developmental disabilities. Caring and well-organized with outstanding interpersonal, communication and social skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Science Teacher
Agora Charter School
King Of Prussia, PA
09.2012 - Current
- Taught Chemistry, Physics, English and Math.
- Lesson planned in compliance of teaching objectives
- Maintained classroom management,
- Proctored student assessments
- Analyzed, interpreted and applied data from assessments to monitor and increase student academic achievement.
- Collaborated and conferenced with students, parents, the community, and school stakeholders.
- Planned and Implemented SDIs (Specially Designed Instruction) and 504 plans to improve educational results for children with additional needs, disabilities, and diagnoses
- Received distinctions and awards for teaching, psychology and social justice.
- Developed professionally from leading and participating in trainings, conferences and seminars.
- Conducted home visits and made SAP referrals.
- Completed both direct and indirect counseling services to students.
Clinical Intake Coordinator
Abington Memorial Hospital
Abington, PA
06.2011 - 08.2012
- Provided education about available services, benefits, rights, responsibilities, risks and benefits of treatment options.
- Participated in weekly case conferences with clinical staff regarding treatment planning and goal setting.
- Conducted patient intake interviews to collect medical information and insurance details.
- Adhered to confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive information about clients.
- Actively sought out opportunities for professional development through continuing education courses or workshops.
- Attended trainings on topics such as trauma-informed care, cultural competence, ethics.
- Offered crisis intervention techniques when needed.
- Provided information and resources to individuals, families, and groups seeking assistance.
- Created individualized service plans for each client based on their unique needs and goals.
- Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
- Coordinated the intake process for new clients, including scheduling initial assessments and providing necessary paperwork.
- Maintained accurate records of client intakes in electronic database system.
- Conducted comprehensive interviews with potential clients to determine eligibility for services.
Court Advocate
Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office
Philadelphia, PA
06.2010 - 06.2011
- Conducted intake interviews with victims of crime to assess their needs and develop case plans.
- Assisted victims in understanding the criminal justice process and court proceedings.
- Provided emotional support, counseling, and crisis intervention to victims and their families.
- Collaborated with community partners to provide resources for victims of crime such as legal representation, housing assistance, job placement services or mental health care.
- Attended hearings and trials on behalf of victims to ensure that their rights were respected throughout the criminal justice process.
- Educated victims about victim compensation programs available through state or federal agencies.
- Advocates for policy changes at local, state and national levels that would benefit victims of crime.
- Facilitated communication between victims and other key stakeholders in the criminal justice system such as police officers or prosecuting attorneys.
- Assisted with preparation for trial by helping witnesses understand their roles in the courtroom setting and review testimony prior to taking the stand.
- Cultivated strong relationships with law enforcement personnel to ensure they are aware of victim's needs during investigations.
- Corresponded and collaborated with law enforcement, prosecuting attorneys, social services agencies, judges, court staff and other victim advocacy groups.
- Coordinated with law enforcement officers, prosecutors, defense attorneys, probation and parole officers, judges, social service providers and other professionals involved in the criminal justice system.
Mental Health Technician
Abington Memorial Hospital
Abington, PA
08.2006 - 06.2010
- Conducted initial assessments of new clients to determine their needs and develop comprehensive care plans accordingly.
- Used thermometers or blood pressure gauges to take and record measures of patients' physical condition.
- Participated in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
- Created activities that promoted physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills and social interaction among patients.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Assisted in transporting clients to appointments outside the facility when necessary.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining professional boundaries and demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
- Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician or psychiatrist.
Research Assistant
Adolescent Social Adjustment Project, Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
09.2008 - 05.2010
- Gathered data from various sources, including online databases, libraries, and interviews with experts.
- Performed literature reviews to ensure accuracy of results.
- Organized and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data using statistical software packages such as SPSS or STATA.
- Developed survey instruments to measure participant responses in experiments.
- Developed exemplary rapport with personnel and patients by demonstrating compassion and scientific expertise.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of experimental protocols.
- Verified accuracy of data by conducting quality assurance checks on collected materials.
- Interpreted results from experiments and surveys to generate meaningful conclusions.
- Created detailed summaries of existing studies for use in further investigations.
- Utilized knowledge of scientific principles and techniques to troubleshoot problems encountered during the course of research.
- Traveled to field sites to collect and record data and samples as appropriate to specific objectives of study.
- Presented findings at professional conferences or seminars as required by faculty supervisors.
- Developed and maintained spreadsheets, questionnaires and research tools.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Program Certificate -
Thomas Jefferson University
05.2015
Master of Education in Science Education -
University of Pennsylvania
05.2013
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Criminal Justice -
Temple University
05.2010
Master of Counseling -
Gwynedd Mercy University
Skills
- Instructional planning
- Multicultural education
- STEM Programs
- Program and Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Faculty Collaboration and Support
- Data Collection
- Research Paper Writing
- Statistical Analysis
- Field research
- Data Analysis
- Good clinical practice
- Research Project Design
- Laboratory Operations
- Analytical Thinking
- Research and analysis
- Interview techniques
- Fieldwork experience
- Survey Administration
Instructional Certification #
468-6739
Volunteer History
- Summer Medical Institute - Esperanza Health Center
- Founder of MedScouts
- Sojourners House
- Abington Presbyterian Deacon
- Teach for America
- AmeriCorps
- Gwynedd Mercy University Student Ambassador
References
Ms. Santillo-Herbert, https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:7ff067f2-c8c8-3c5c-ae66-c93033524d37
Affiliations
- Member of the Gwynedd Mercy Social Justice Group.
Accomplishments
- Psychology and Social Justice Award
- Valaida S. Walker Memorial Award
- Temple University Honors Psychology Induction
- Agora "Caught you Caring" Award.
Certification
- Instructional II PPID # 4686739
Timeline
Secondary Science Teacher
Agora Charter School
09.2012 - Current
Clinical Intake Coordinator
Abington Memorial Hospital
06.2011 - 08.2012
Court Advocate
Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office
06.2010 - 06.2011
Research Assistant
Adolescent Social Adjustment Project, Temple University
09.2008 - 05.2010
Mental Health Technician
Abington Memorial Hospital
08.2006 - 06.2010
Post-Baccalaureate Program Certificate -
Thomas Jefferson University
Master of Education in Science Education -
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Criminal Justice -
Temple University
Master of Counseling -
Gwynedd Mercy University