Angela Ramsey
Kansas City
Summary
Dedicated Family Support Specialist skilled in family advocacy and resource coordination. Focused on creating individualized support plans and fostering strong relationships with families and community partners.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Support Specialist
Little Hands Learning Center
Kansas City
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted regular family check-ins to identify needs and track progress toward goals.
- Facilitated access to community resources and support services for families in need.
- Collaborated with team members to create individualized family support plans.
- Maintained accurate records of family interactions and service referrals.
- Coordinated with local agencies to strengthen community partnerships for family support.
- Advocated for children's needs in meetings with educators and service providers to ensure appropriate support.
- Demonstrated effective, culturally sensitive engagement with patients, families and partners.
- Conferred with clients to discuss personal options and goals
Instructional Assistant
Kansas State School For The Blind
Kansas City
11.2010 - 05.2024
- Provided targeted instruction to students with disabilities in reading, math, and writing, fostering academic growth.
- Delivered instruction individually or in small groups with support from instructor.
- Assisted teachers in developing and implementing lesson plans for visually impaired students.
- Implemented adaptive technologies to improve student learning and accessibility.
- Supported teachers in implementing accommodations for students requiring additional assistance.
- Facilitated communication between students and teachers to enhance learning experiences.
- Supported students during classroom activities, enhancing engagement and participation.
- Supervised individual and group activities, ensuring a safe learning environment.
- Collaborated with specialists to address individual student needs effectively.
- Participated in training sessions to improve instructional techniques and strategies.
- Provided classroom support throughout planned instruction and individual lessons.
- Developed positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and community partners.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education And Care
Kansas City Kansas Community College
Kansas City, KSSkills
- Family advocacy
- Resource coordination
- Individualized planning
- Crisis intervention
- Client engagement
- Educational support
- Community networking
- Data management
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Child development
Timeline
Family Support Specialist
Little Hands Learning Center
08.2024 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Kansas State School For The Blind
11.2010 - 05.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education And Care
Kansas City Kansas Community College