Dynamic Family Support Specialist with a proven track record at the Kentucky Department of Community Based Services, skilled in behavioral assessment and client advocacy. Adept at developing family case plans and fostering strong communication, I excel in motivating families towards positive outcomes while demonstrating a commitment to continual improvement and collaboration.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Support Specialist
Kentucky Department of Community Based Services
04.2025 - 06.2025
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Substitute Teacher
Owensboro Catholic Schools
08.2014 - 04.2025
Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
High School Basketball Coach
Owensboro Catholic Schools
08.2015 - 03.2019
Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
Teacher
Hancock County Schools
08.2005 - 05.2013
Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Boys Basketball Coach
Hancock County Middle School
08.2009 - 03.2013
Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
Instructional Assistant II
Owensboro Public Schools
08.1998 - 05.2004
Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
Supervised extracurricular activities to provide students with opportunities to explore interests and develop new skills.
Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.