Angela Johnson
Chantilly,VA
Summary
Qualified ASL Pre-ETS Employment Specialist with solid background in supporting job seekers and facilitating successful employment outcomes. Proven track record in developing effective job placement strategies and building strong employer partnerships. Demonstrated excellence in client assessment and career counseling
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-ETS Employment Specialist
Didlake
09.2024 - Current
- Provide individualized Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) to students (age group: 18-22) with disabilities, supporting their transition to postsecondary education or employment.
- Deliver training in job exploration, workplace readiness, and self-advocacy to build students' confidence and independence.
- Facilitate work-based learning experiences, including job-shadowing, internships, and volunteer opportunities.
- Collaborate with schools, families, employers, and vocational rehabilitation agencies to coordinate services an support.
- Create and implement career development plans tailored to each student's goals and abilities.
- Conduct one-on-one and group sessions focused on resume building, interview preparation, and soft skills development.
- Maintain accurate documentation of student progress and program outcomes for compliance and reporting.
ASL Employment Specialist
Didlake
Manassas, VA
12.2023 - Current
- Conducts routine face-to-face follow-up contacts with employers, supported employment consumers, family members, and support system to ensure the consumer is successful on the job and support with anything needed to maintain stability.
- Provides training and guidance to empower supported employment consumers to be self-advocates and develop strong natural supports on the job.
- Suggests content and develops Individualized Service Plans (ISPs) in accordance with Didlake policies and procedures and tracks individual progress as required.
- Collects, writes and maintains data and appropriate documentation in accordance with CARF accreditation standards, rules and regulations promulgated by the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), and Didlake policies and procedures.
ASL Teacher
Tommie Shaw & Company
Alexandria, VA
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Preparing lesson plans and teaching materials.
- Provided one-on-one support to students to enhance their understanding and proficiency in ASL.
- Conducted group practice sessions to reinforce sign language skills.
- Organized and participated in extracurricular ASL activities to engage students outside of the classroom.
- Developed strategies to improve student comprehension and fluency in ASL.
Assistant Project Manager
Atlantic Contracting & Material
Chantilly , VA
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted with the preparation of presentations, reports and other documents related to projects.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
- Participated in meetings with clients, contractors, vendors and other stakeholders regarding current projects.
- Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.
- Prepared weekly status updates for senior management regarding progress on assigned projects and equipment.
- Worked closely with International Airport Dulles (IAD).
Education
C.S.C - American Sign Language (ASL)
Northern Virginia Community College
11-2023
High School Diploma -
Chantilly High School
06-2018
Skills
- Records documentation
- Disability Services
- Employee Coaching
- Client Advocacy
- Case Management
- Training coordination
- Job development
- Community collaboration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Korean
Elementary
American Sign Language
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pre-ETS Employment Specialist
Didlake
09.2024 - Current
ASL Employment Specialist
Didlake
12.2023 - Current
ASL Teacher
Tommie Shaw & Company
09.2023 - 04.2024
Assistant Project Manager
Atlantic Contracting & Material
01.2022 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Chantilly High School
C.S.C - American Sign Language (ASL)
Northern Virginia Community College