Christine Chavez
Sparks,NV
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Director
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
Sparks, Nevada
06.2023 - Current
- Led staff through team-building activities, improving communication and collaboration.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop age-appropriate, state-aligned curricula.
- Shared best practices with other schools and organizations.
- Ordered supplies and equipment for faculty and students.
- Developed and implemented innovative strategies for a secure preschool environment.
- Optimized program schedules to enhance learning opportunities.
- Organized professional development for faculty and staff.
- Established effective communication channels with all stakeholders.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, addressing individual student needs.
- Recruited, trained, and evaluated staff, recommending personnel actions.
- Guided teachers on lesson planning and instruction to improve student outcomes.
Teacher
Doral Academy Of Nevada
Reno, NV
06.2019 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with students, parents, and staff to create a supportive community.
- Tailored lessons to individual needs and learning styles.
- Used hands-on activities and multimedia tools to boost understanding.
- Enforced clear expectations and built positive relationships.
- Provided personalized instruction to each student.
- Incorporated engaging activities across different subjects.
- Helped students develop effective learning strategies.
- Tracked understanding through assessments and feedback.
- Guided students towards achieving their educational aspirations.
- Partnered with parents to support their child's academic journey.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum and projects.
- Communicated student progress regularly with parents.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and stimulating learning space.
- Fulfilled assigned responsibilities and contributed to the school's success.
MSW Student Intern
Upward Bound Program
Reno, NV
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Provide individual and group tutoring in core academic subjects.
- Assist students with study skills development, time management, and organization.
- Monitor student progress and collaborate with teachers and advisors to address academic challenges.
- Facilitate workshops and presentations on college admissions, financial aid, and career options.
- Organize college visits and campus tours.
- Assist students with college applications, scholarship searches, and career planning.
- Build positive relationships with students and provide individual guidance and support.
- Facilitate workshops and activities on personal development, social-emotional learning, and healthy life choices.
- Collaborate with families and community partners to provide comprehensive support for students.
- Participate in program events and activities.
- Assist with data collection and program evaluation.
- Maintain accurate documentation and records.
- Contribute to a positive and supportive learning environment.
Support Specialist
District Attorney Family Support Division
Reno, Nevada
04.2017 - 01.2018
- Collect documents and information for child support eligibility under UIFSA or criminal investigations.
- Assist clients applying for enforcement services.
- Explain rules, guidelines, and support amounts to clients, agencies, employers, and the public.
- Locate non-custodial parents and assess their income and assets.
Identify barriers to payment and offer resources/referrals. - Draft legal documents and initiate proceedings.
- Prepare case summaries for court to establish child support, handle arrears, and modify orders.
- Testify in court when necessary.
- Maintain confidential client files.
- Monitor child support payments and collection history.
- Notify clients of delinquencies and update case data.
- Manage held/misidentified funds and track distribution.
- Prepare case data and photos for media use.
- Interact with clients, agencies, attorneys, and employers via phone, email, or in person.
- Make necessary referrals to other agencies.
Health Educator
Washoe County Health District
Reno, Nevada
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Enhanced awareness of health resources and worked to connect individuals with programs.
- Provided necessary health education training for patients.
- Established and maintained positive relationships with government regulators, residents, families, other area health care providers, physicians and community at large.
- Spoke with health community workers and members of public about importance of health, prevention and treatment.
- Helped improve quality of training seminars and public health education materials.
- Presented public talks to promote specific topics and work of organization.
- Oversaw development and implementation of health programs, initiatives and assessments.
- Devised new health education and promotion programs to meet specific or at-large needs of local community.
- Promoted public health initiatives through media collaborations, organization websites and press releases.
- Evaluated data to identify and address community-specific health needs.
Scheduler
Dr. John Lemieux Family Practice
Reno, Nevada
01.2015 - 08.2015
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments
- Maintained smooth daily schedule flow
- Processed payments and updated accounts accurately
- Ensured accurate reflection of balance changes
- Welcomed patients and provided exceptional customer service
- Delivered quality care throughout their visit
- Managed provider schedules effectively
- Coordinated office phone calls efficiently
- Strictly adhered to HIPAA regulations
- Guaranteed patient privacy and confidentiality
- Assisted patients with obtaining necessary referrals based on their health needs
Office Lead
Synergy Natural Health
Reno, Nevada
12.2013 - 01.2015
- Interacted professionally with customers and inside personnel, answering questions and responding to phone and email inquiries.
- Replenished office supplies, placing new orders for restocking to maintain inventory.
- Reviewed documents and obtained additional information to complete accurate paperwork and avoid delays.
- Made orders for new office supplies based on demand and budgetary restraints.
- Coordinated administrative operations to bolster workflows and improve productivity.
- Trained all newly hired employees and managed employee schedules.
- Oversaw workforce management and staff scheduling to keep office operations running smoothly.
Hospice Intake Coordinator
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
Reno, NV
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Managed patient placements upon hospital discharge and collaborate with community resources to provide a safe transition into hospice care
- Assisted physicians upon terminal illness diagnosis to present information and resources for the family
- Maintained a caring relationship with each patient and their families while continuing to provide excellent care
- Established rapport with all patients and helped in leading difficult conversations with the patient and family
- Educated families on the Hospice philosophy, and on the grieving process
- Demonstrated the Hospice philosophy to help gain patient and family trust
- Readily available to help meet and recognize all of our patients needs
- Created a positive and accepting environment in order for our patients to feel at ease with their illness
- Ensured that information was readily available to the physicians in order to maintain an efficient and productive environment
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Nevada - Reno
Reno, NV05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of Nevada - Reno
Reno, NV05.2016
Summary
Dedicated social worker with an MSW and 6 years educational experience, seeking a high School Counselor role at Bishop Manogue High School to provide holistic support and empower students to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.
Timeline
Preschool Director
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
06.2023 - Current
Teacher
Doral Academy Of Nevada
06.2019 - 06.2023
MSW Student Intern
Upward Bound Program
08.2018 - 05.2019
Support Specialist
District Attorney Family Support Division
04.2017 - 01.2018
Health Educator
Washoe County Health District
06.2016 - 04.2017
Scheduler
Dr. John Lemieux Family Practice
01.2015 - 08.2015
Office Lead
Synergy Natural Health
12.2013 - 01.2015
Hospice Intake Coordinator
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2013
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Nevada - Reno
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of Nevada - Reno
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