Ambrie Witte
Burleson,TX
Summary
Dedicated and highly motivated professional with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment, I bring experience from social service settings where I have worked with diverse populations to support mental health and wellness. My detail-oriented approach, coupled with an extensive understanding of child development and crisis situations, positions me to contribute effectively to long-term success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Alsbury Children's Academy
Burleson
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Developed lesson plans incorporating best practices in early childhood education, implementing age-appropriate, hands-on learning activities to foster and advance children's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- I interacted with children on an individual basis to cultivate positive and trusting relationships. I also established and reinforced strong connections with students, parents, and the teaching staff.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Graduate Social Work Intern
UTA Community Service Clinic
Arlington
05.2012 - 12.2012
- Provided evidence-based practice therapy, crisis intervention and educated clients and families under direct supervision of licensed social workers
- Utilized empathy and active listening to build relationships with clients
- Maintained confidentiality of case documentation
- Regularly collaborated with supervisor to analyze cases and develop innovative approaches.
Direct Caregiver
High Sky Children's Ranch
Midland
05.2011 - 12.2011
- Provided nurturing care in a respite home for foster children ranging in age from 0 to 18, including high risk children and those of diverse backgrounds
- Recorded comprehensive progress notes on the daily activities of children, giving careful attention to significant incidents for accurate record-keeping.
- Administered medication to children according to treatment plans
- Transported clients to appointments and court hearings, providing unwavering support in challenging circumstances.
- Managed and organized confidential case documentation.
Social Work Practicum Student
High Sky Children's Ranch
Midland
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals.
- Created foster care admission/discharge packets and treatment plans based on assessments and goals, including crisis intervention
- Championed for and supported ideas that served to enhance the best interest and well-being of foster youth
- Conducted assessments and evaluations of foster homes and children under care.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
The University Of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05-2013
Skills
- Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
- Experience working with diverse populations/ cultures
- Active listening/ rapport building
- Client advocacy
- Case management/ evaluation/ assessment
- Documentation and reporting
- Suicide/ crisis intervention
- Classroom/ childcare management
- Emotional support
- Child development
Certification
First Aid CPR Certified (expires 02/2025)
Ministry Safe Certified (08/2023)
Accomplishments
- Cum Laude Graduate 2013
- Deans List Honoree 2010
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Alsbury Children's Academy
10.2022 - 04.2024
Graduate Social Work Intern
UTA Community Service Clinic
05.2012 - 12.2012
Direct Caregiver
High Sky Children's Ranch
05.2011 - 12.2011
Social Work Practicum Student
High Sky Children's Ranch
08.2010 - 05.2011
Master of Science - Social Work
The University Of Texas At Arlington
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