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BRITTANY EVANS-SPRUILL

BRITTANY EVANS-SPRUILL

Nassau County,NY

Summary

My Leadership experience in Human Services and Education has enabled me to interact with and assist people from diverse backgrounds. I have learned to use my voice and knowledge for those oppressed or unable to advocate for themselves. My work experiences have allowed me to resolve challenging situations and support those I lead, whether classroom or in the office. I continuously look for opportunities to gain experience so that I may share my wealth of knowledge with those around me. More information makes it easier to reach my goal: to close "the gaps" in human services and education. This will give everyone equal opportunity to be their best and succeed

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Eligibility Specialist

Department of Health
Wilson, ME
09.2023 - Current
  • Provided guidance on how to apply for benefits and answered questions related to the process.
  • Assisted clients with completing forms required for processing applications.
  • Analyzed financial information provided by applicants to verify income levels.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing benefit programs.
  • Verified applicant's identity and other relevant documents such as birth certificates or Social Security cards.
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of program regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Developed strategies to improve efficiency in the processing of applications and customer service delivery.
  • Assessed potential fraud cases by conducting investigations into suspicious activities.
  • Reviewed applications for eligibility and determined whether applicants met the criteria to receive benefits.
  • Processed client applications in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Prepared detailed reports outlining the reasons why an individual was denied benefits.

Adult Education Teacher

Westbury Union Free School District
Westbury
09.2023 - Current
  • Provides content focused ENL instruction including reading, writing, listening, speaking and grammar as well as civic participation
  • Provide content focused career skills
  • Teach Microsoft Office skills including Microsoft Work, PowerPoint, Excel and Publisher.
  • Facilitated small group discussions focused on topics related to adult education courses.
  • Coordinated with community organizations regarding volunteer opportunities for adult learners.
  • Integrated technology into the classroom to facilitate interactive learning activities.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to adult education teaching best practices.
  • Assessed students' progress through formative and summative assessments.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills among adult learners through open-ended questions about course material.

Owner

Exceptional Achievement Tutoring and Test Prep
08.2020 - Current
  • Provide virtual and in person tutoring sessions and academic support for all students including students with IEP and 504 plans
  • Manage and support certified educators
  • Pair students with qualified tutors
  • Parent Training for parents with students with special needs
  • IEP reviews to ensure students are receiving appropriate services
  • Homeschooling support.

Community Support Specialist

NYS Health Department
06.2020 - 04.2022
  • Supervised and trained a team of twenty plus contact tracers
  • Case Manager for Covid 19 cases / contacts
  • Conducted QA - Quality Assurance
  • Create and update Excel reports for weekly meetings
  • Work with the Local Health Department (Nassau and Suffolk).
  • Established relationships with local businesses and organizations that could provide additional support for clients' needs.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings with supervisors to discuss new developments or challenges faced by clients.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided and submitted required reports on a timely basis.
  • Attended workshops and trainings related to community supports services or topics relevant to clients' needs.
  • Encouraged healthy lifestyle habits among individuals with disabilities such as exercising regularly or eating nutritious foods.
  • Coordinated and facilitated group activities for clients in the community.
  • Provided guidance on strategies that can be used at home if a client is exhibiting challenging behaviors due to stressors or triggers.
  • Conducted assessments of client's abilities and developed strategies to promote independence in the community setting.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding health and safety standards during field trips or outings.
  • Engaged in crisis intervention when needed by providing emotional support and calming techniques while ensuring safety of all involved parties.

Special Education Transition Coordinator

SCO FAMILY OF SERVICES
Nassau County, NY
09.2016 - 07.2019
  • Provide transition services to all students
  • Develop Individual Transition Plans with students, parents and treatment plans, career planning.

Medicaid Bridges 2 Health, Special Education Waiver Program Supervisor

Queens and Long Island
  • Provide supportive, wrap-around and after care services to special education youth, along with their birth, foster, adoptive parents and siblings in the home
  • Provided Student Advocate Services to Special Education Students in the foster care system in NYC, Nassau, and Suffolk County
  • Assisted with school enrollment and proper health care.

Special Education Social Studies Teacher

Nassau County
, NY
  • Prepare High Functioning Autistic Students (Special Education) for NYS Social Students Regents
  • Exam - US History, Global History
  • Created lesson Plans for Regents Based Social Studies courses
  • Created lesson Plans for Economics and Participation in Government
  • Assessed students' academic progress
  • Created activities for Special Education Students
  • Created Individualized Education Plans
  • Participated in Special Education CSE Meetings.

Education

ED.D - Transformational Leadership

Long Island University
Greenvale, NY
05-2027

DUAL GRAD PROGRAM -

LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY, POST CAMPUS
01.2023

SOCIOLOGY -

LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY, POST CAMPUS
01.2013

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Adapts well to change
  • Communication
  • Time Management
  • Leadership
  • Soft Skills
  • Active Listener
  • Public Speaker
  • Advocacy and Counseling
  • Recordkeeping and data input
  • Applicant support and service
  • Income verification
  • Social Services
  • Medicaid knowledge
  • Cultural Competency
  • Public assistance programs
  • Application Review
  • Confidentiality
  • Disability Awareness

Certification

  • Fingerprinted
  • NYS CERTIFIED TEACHER ASSISTANT
  • NYS CERTIFIED: Special Education ALL Grades and General Education 1-6
  • NYS Approved Training on Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Culturally Responsive Training
  • Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)
  • School Violence Prevention and Intervention
  • Child Abuse Identification and Reporting
  • CPR CERTIFIED
  • Therapeutic Crisis Intervention

References

References can be provided upon request.

Timeline

Eligibility Specialist

Department of Health
09.2023 - Current

Adult Education Teacher

Westbury Union Free School District
09.2023 - Current

Owner

Exceptional Achievement Tutoring and Test Prep
08.2020 - Current

Community Support Specialist

NYS Health Department
06.2020 - 04.2022

Special Education Transition Coordinator

SCO FAMILY OF SERVICES
09.2016 - 07.2019

Medicaid Bridges 2 Health, Special Education Waiver Program Supervisor

Queens and Long Island

Special Education Social Studies Teacher

Nassau County

ED.D - Transformational Leadership

Long Island University

DUAL GRAD PROGRAM -

LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY, POST CAMPUS

SOCIOLOGY -

LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY, POST CAMPUS

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