Proactive professional with experience in training and supporting new employees. Exhibits high level of discretion to handle sensitive and confidential information. Strengths include strong organizational skills, effective communication skills, and ability to multi-task.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Coach for Family Caregivers
Owner- Nightingale Coaching for Family Caregivers
Everett, PA
2021.04 - Current
Facilitated group workshops to help individuals identify and achieve their goals as a family caregiver
Conducted one-on-one support sessions with clients to support them through the caregiver journey
Maintained detailed records of client sessions including progress notes and assessments of clients' needs.
Educated families on available resources such as home health aides or community programs.
Developed and managed social media and direct marketing for the business
Secondary English Teacher
Tussey Mountain School District
Saxton, PA
1999.08 - Current
Taught English 9, 10, and 11 including World Literature and American Literature, Public Speaking, Media, and Journalism
Yearbook Advisor (2016-present)
English Department Chairperson (2008-present)
TV Crew Advisor (2002-present)
Audio/Visual Coordinator (2006-present)
Developed class learning plans to meet district and state requirements for instruction
Presented professional development trainings to teachers
Integrated technology into classroom settings to engage students and diversify instruction
Reading Teacher
Bishop Guilfoyle High School
Altoona, PA
1993.08 - 2022.07
Designed the curriculum for a reading program for grades 9-11
Proofreader
NPC, Inc.
Claysburg, PA
1993.07 - 1999.06
Proofread documents from the subcontractor Government Printing Office in Washington DC.
Scanned and organized files and records in accordance with contracts
Managed all file copies according to standard operating procedures
Education
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA
Certified Life Coach -
The Life Coach School
Austin, TX
Some College (No Degree) - Instructional Technology
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
Skills
Curriculum Development
Website Designer
Social Media and Print Marketer
Videographer and Video Editor
Publications Page Designer and Editor
Accomplishments
Outstanding Woman Educator of 2021 by the International Society for Key Women Educators Delta Kappa Gamma
Lauretta Award of 2019 by the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees
Pennsylvania State Keystone Technology Integrator
Timeline
Coach for Family Caregivers
Owner- Nightingale Coaching for Family Caregivers
2021.04 - Current
Secondary English Teacher
Tussey Mountain School District
1999.08 - Current
Reading Teacher
Bishop Guilfoyle High School
1993.08 - 2022.07
Proofreader
NPC, Inc.
1993.07 - 1999.06
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Certified Life Coach -
The Life Coach School
Some College (No Degree) - Instructional Technology
Family Nurse Practitioner, Family Medicine at WVU Medicine/Reynolds Memorial HospitalFamily Nurse Practitioner, Family Medicine at WVU Medicine/Reynolds Memorial Hospital
Resource Family Specialist at Montana Department Of Child And Family ServicesResource Family Specialist at Montana Department Of Child And Family Services