Christina Gallagher
Clayton,NC
Summary
Experienced Housing Specialist with a keen eye for detail and in-depth knowledge of rental applications and regulations. Proficient in educating and supporting clients throughout the relocation process. Dedicated to facilitating a seamless transition for individuals seeking housing assistance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Fourth Grade Elementary School Teacher
Johnston County
03.2022 - Current
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
Daycare Teacher
Growing Years
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Sanitize toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Engage with ten children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Promote physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Maintain well-controlled classroom by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Second Grade Teacher
Neuse Charter School
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Head of Attendance
Saint Fraincis Prepatory School
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Maintained communication with families of students who were absent
- Maintained communication with teachers on locations of student body
- In charge of summer school attendance
- Supervised students during arrival and dismissal
- Maintained attendance records for all students
- Proficient in PowerSchool
Teacher
P.S. 197Q
09.2013 - 06.2016
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Section 8 Housing Specialist
Town of Hempstead
02.2010 - 08.2013
- Identified and recruited landlords and brokers to provide suitable and affordable units to meet clients' needs.
- Explained rental and housing regulations to clients and helped each discover best options for housing.
- Researched possible fraud cases by scrutinizing bank statements and reconciling statements with reported income sources.
- Answered client questions about lease and rental agreements and advocated on behalf of client needs.
Education
Bachelors - Elementary Education
Queens College University
Flushing, NY05.2008
Skills
- Landlord relations
- Rehousing
- Tenant rights
- Affordable housing
- Case management
- Referrals and networking
Timeline
Fourth Grade Elementary School Teacher
Johnston County
03.2022 - Current
Daycare Teacher
Growing Years
05.2021 - 12.2021
Second Grade Teacher
Neuse Charter School
03.2021 - 05.2021
Head of Attendance
Saint Fraincis Prepatory School
08.2016 - 06.2020
Teacher
P.S. 197Q
09.2013 - 06.2016
Section 8 Housing Specialist
Town of Hempstead
02.2010 - 08.2013
Bachelors - Elementary Education
Queens College University
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