Cheryl T Rose
Youngstown,OH
Summary
Engaging Foster Care Aide possessing exceptional people and crisis management skills. Bringing 8 years of hands-on experience in therapeutic intervention and correctional counseling.
To seek and maintain an internship position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, and problem-solving skills.
Ready to achieve company goals.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Foster Care Aide and Respite Worker-Mrs. Ferguson
Summit County County Children Services
04.2015 - Current
- Advocated for foster children by facilitating access to community resources and services to maximize safety and well-being of child.
- Received mandatory job training and life skill classes to assist clients.
- Collaborated with case managers to deliver effective treatment and case collaboration.
- Provided on-going support to resource parents through coaching and crisis intervention techniques.
- Provided transportation for children to and from visits.
- Implemented motivational interviewing skills to assess risk factors for child abuse and neglect, substance use and intimate partner violence.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
Tax Preparer
Owned Tax Prep Business & 1 Season With H&R Block
01.2007 - 07.2022
- Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
- Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state, and federal levels.
- Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
- Assessed client tax situations to determine best filing options.
- Prepared tax returns for clients in various industries according to government regulations and requirements.
- Maintained compliance by adhering to current tax laws and regulations.
- Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities.
- Prepared tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations, and write-ups for organizations and entities.
- Analyzed financial records to verify accuracy of tax returns.
- Researched complex tax issues utilizing online resources and professional tax software.
- Communicated with clients regarding tax situations, providing guidance on financial decisions.
- Contacted IRS or other relevant government organizations on behalf of client to address issues related to tax self-preparation.
- Developed tax plans and projections to help clients meet objectives.
- Calculated estimated tax payments for clients.
- Reviewed available data and compared against tax code to determine exemptions, deductions, and potential liabilities.
- Facilitated communication between clients and tax authorities.
Tutor
Own Business Tutored Preschool To 12th Grade.
01.1985 - 06.2017
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Created tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist students in area of study.
- Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Maintained tutoring records to adjust instruction and update parents on student progress.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
- Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.
- Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help wide range of students.
Volunteer
Boys And Girls Club Of Youngstown
01.2016 - 03.2017
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others helped to obtain sponsorships for events
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning
- Supervised children of various ages on playground and field trips.
- Served as positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviors.
- Watched and redirected inappropriate student behavior.
- Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Helped children with homework assignments.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
Preschool Teacher
Calvary Christian Daycare And Junior Academy
02.2007 - 02.2017
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Assisted and supervised 40 children through entire school day.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Mgmt
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OHMaster of Science - Counseling Psychology
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH12.2024
Skills
- Medication Management
- Daily Living Assistance
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Childcare Protocol Knowledge
- Special Needs Education
- Medications Understanding
- Housekeeping Abilities
- Appointment Coordination
- Patient
Affiliations
Ohio Counseling Association
Ohio Child and Adolescent Counseling
Ohio Association of Resiliency and Trauma Counseling
Timeline
Volunteer
Boys And Girls Club Of Youngstown
01.2016 - 03.2017
Foster Care Aide and Respite Worker-Mrs. Ferguson
Summit County County Children Services
04.2015 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Calvary Christian Daycare And Junior Academy
02.2007 - 02.2017
Tax Preparer
Owned Tax Prep Business & 1 Season With H&R Block
01.2007 - 07.2022
Tutor
Own Business Tutored Preschool To 12th Grade.
01.1985 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Mgmt
Youngstown State University
Master of Science - Counseling Psychology
Youngstown State University
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