Amy Ragonese
ELA 7-12 Teacher
Endicott,NY
Summary
English Language Teacher with over twenty years of experience with marginalized students. Extensively knowledgeable about adapting lesson plans for all types of students. Successful in maintaining professional and productive relationships with students.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
English Language Arts Teacher 9-12
Norwich Central School District
Norwich, New York
2022.10 - Current
- Taught ELA in a Project Based Restorative Program.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
County Lead
Children's Home Of Wyoming Conference
Norwich, New York
2020.11 - 2022.10
- Supervised and coached Social Workers and Community Based Providers in provision of mental health services to clients.
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
OVS Case Manager
Liberty Resources Inc.
Norwich , New York
2018.08 - 2020.11
- Provided services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault
- Partnered with family court, social workers, community providers, and program managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented client services.
- Provided evidence-based therapeutic interventions and crisis management to clients to lessen negative on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to determine timely delivery of services.
Youth Counselor
New York State Office Of Children And Family Services
Syracuse, New York
1992.06 - 2014.03
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Supervised individuals in small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence, and structure.
- Wrote reports for family and caregivers, documenting progress, challenges, and therapy milestones.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Fordham University
New York City 2021.03 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English/Education
State University College At Cortland
Cortland, NY 1989.08 - 1992.05
Skills
Whole Novel Approach to Literature
Writer's Workshop Trained
Project Based Learning Skills
Timeline
English Language Arts Teacher 9-12
Norwich Central School District
2022.10 - Current
Master of Science - Social Work
Fordham University
2021.03 - Current
County Lead
Children's Home Of Wyoming Conference
2020.11 - 2022.10
OVS Case Manager
Liberty Resources Inc.
2018.08 - 2020.11
Youth Counselor
New York State Office Of Children And Family Services
1992.06 - 2014.03
Bachelor of Arts - English/Education
State University College At Cortland
1989.08 - 1992.05