Dedicated and compassionate professional with extensive experience as a shelter advocate, adept at providing crisis intervention, emotional support, and resource coordination for diverse populations. Skilled in active listening, conflict resolution, and fostering safe, inclusive environments, which seamlessly translate into creating supportive and engaging classroom settings. Proficient in building trust, addressing individual needs, and promoting resilience, equipping me to inspire and empower students as a substitute teacher. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, combined with a passion for education, enable me to design impactful lesson plans and cultivate positive learning experiences.