Cheryl Shook
Normal,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to work for such reputable company. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapeutic Teaching Assistant
The Baby Fold/Hammitt School
07.2003 - Current
- Handle class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Work with teacher to optimize learning plans based on students test grades and evaluations.
- Share important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Provide additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Evaluate students performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Complete daily reports on disciplinary performance.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and enhance skills.
- Manage classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Serve as a mentor to new teaching assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for classroom management and instruction, meeting with the new Teacher Assistants in a group setting monthly and individually as needed.
- Monitor student behavior in class and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Track progress according to goals for interventions.
- Help clients work through emotional and psychological issues.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of students information adhering to agency policies.
- Work with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.
- Perform assessments to evaluate clients' mental health status, needs and goals.
Residential Case Manager
The Children's Foundation
09.1990 - 07.2003
- Implemented evidence-based practices into daily case management activities, promoting positive client outcomes.
- Assisted residents in setting achievable goals, providing ongoing guidance and support throughout their progress.
- Designed creative interventions tailored to individual resident needs leading towards successful goal attainment.
- Updated treatment plans with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Preserved and prepared court reports and DCFS Administrative Case Reviews and treatment records.
- Managed caseload to satisfy multiple patients with diverse needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within residential case management field.
- Conducted regular home visits, assessing living conditions and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to access resources and support for clients in need.
- Managed caseloads efficiently while prioritizing urgent matters, ensuring timely assistance for all clients in need.
- Established rapport with families of residents, maintaining open communication lines regarding client progress updates.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Parks, Recreation, And Leisure
05.1990
Skills
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Effective Communication
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Relationship Building
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Conflict Resolution
- Classroom Behavior Management
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Adaptive Learning
- Classroom Technology
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Positive Attitude
- Behavior Management
Certification
- Certified Substitute Teacher
- Medicaid-MHP (Mental Health Professional)
- Mandated Reporter for Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
- Civil Rights, The Baby Fold
Timeline
Therapeutic Teaching Assistant - The Baby Fold/Hammitt School
07.2003 - Current
Residential Case Manager - The Children's Foundation
09.1990 - 07.2003
Tarkio College - Bachelor of Arts, Parks, Recreation, And Leisure
- Certified Substitute Teacher
- Medicaid-MHP (Mental Health Professional)
- Mandated Reporter for Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
- Civil Rights, The Baby Fold
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