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CHRISTINE FULLERTON

Webster City

Summary

Experienced social worker and teacher with the ability to use interdisciplinary skills to engage clients from different backgrounds and abilities. I have a wide range of diverse experience teaching ELL, from a private High School in Ethiopia to a Pre-K private school in Arizona. I am comfortable teaching online as well as in person. My background in Refugee Resettlement Social Work has given me a strong knowledge of cultural competence and experience working with severely traumatized persecuted war victims from all over the world.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

ELL Teacher/Adjunct Language Arts Teacher

Iowa Central Community College
07.2021 - Current
  • Developed and taught English language lessons to students of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
  • Created lesson plans that incorporated a variety of teaching strategies to engage all learners.
  • Utilized technology-based resources to supplement classroom instruction.
  • Adapted curriculum materials to meet the needs of individual students according to their learning styles and levels of proficiency.
  • Integrated subject matter into language learning activities, emphasizing real-world applications.
  • Organized special events such as field trips or guest speakers for enrichment purposes.
  • Attended professional development workshops for continued growth in the field.
  • Taught lessons encompassing a range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Employed kinesthetic, visual and auditory approaches to make lessons interesting and interactive.
  • Organized supplementary materials in English for all students.
  • Graded and provided feedback on student assignments, papers and examinations.

Home Library Coordinator

Kendall Young Library
08.2020 - Current
  • Curated special collection of material for homebound patrons in Webster City.
  • Maintain weekly delivery service for homebound patrons in the community.
  • Select and catalog collection for Home Library materials
  • Managed circulation desk activities including check-in and check-out processes for books and other materials.
  • Assisted with cataloging new items into the library's collection using the appropriate software applications.
  • Developed marketing plans to promote library services within the community.
  • Evaluated current collections to ensure that they meet patron needs and interests.
  • Attended workshops and conferences related to librarianship.
  • Used physical books, internal databases and online resources to help patrons with diverse questions.

ELL Teacher

VIPKID International
10.2018 - Current
  • Consistently maintained a 5 star rating within the VIPKID platform for each contract year.
  • Certified to teach International classes, level 3,4 ,5 ,6 ,7 8 as well as Major Course level 3, 4, 5, 6, Guided Reading and Grammar classes.
  • Classes are online, 1 on 1 using VIPKID curriculum and assessment.

Owner, Harmattan Winds Pre School

Self Employed Services
05.2015 - 05.2018
  • Created curriculum designed around Montessori, Waldorf and Reggio Emilia principles.
  • Designed all daily invitations and activities for children age 3-5.
  • Maintained all business office accounts.
  • Acting as the main teacher, taught children daily.

Stay at Home Mom

Self Employed Services
11.2007 - 05.2015

Case Manager

Catholic Charities
01.2005 - 10.2007
  • Responsible for resettling 450 refugee families per year.
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances.
  • Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.

Employment Specialist

Talent Hunt Group
07.2004 - 01.2005
  • Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
  • Conducted home visits to assess the safety of living environments for clients.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to coordinate treatment plans for clients.
  • Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
  • Provided referrals to appropriate health care providers or other community resources.
  • Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
  • Assisted with applications for government benefits such as Medicaid or Social Security Disability Insurance.
  • Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
  • Counseled clients on resume writing, interviewing techniques, job search strategies, and other related topics.
  • Coordinated activities between multiple agencies providing support services for individuals seeking employment assistance.
  • Placed individuals in jobs based on skills, abilities and interests.

English Teacher

Addis Youth Academy
07.2003 - 05.2004
  • English teacher for grades 7-10.
  • Responsible for over 250 students.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.

Refugee Resettlement Social Worker

Catholic Charities of Phoenix
09.1998 - 06.2003

Received refugee families from all over the world upon their arrival in Phoenix

Offered in depth cultural orientation

and ongoing integration lessons

Assisted families with applications for WIC, SNAP, Social Security cards, school enrollment, Medical appointments, Mental health referrals, family reunification programs, job training and intensive help obtaining employment

Offered ongoing support with any immigration issues or court hearings

Education

Diploma - International Montessori Early Education

North American Montessori Center
03.2015

TEFL/ESL 100 Hour Certificate - ESL

Oxford Seminars/ Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ
01.2014

MBA - International Business

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
06.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
06.2000

Skills

  • Culturally competent
  • Beginner/low intermediate Spanish skills
  • Multidisciplinary skill set
  • Service planning
  • Intervention Planning
  • Case Documentation
  • Family Case Management
  • Case Management

Timeline

ELL Teacher/Adjunct Language Arts Teacher

Iowa Central Community College
07.2021 - Current

Home Library Coordinator

Kendall Young Library
08.2020 - Current

ELL Teacher

VIPKID International
10.2018 - Current

Owner, Harmattan Winds Pre School

Self Employed Services
05.2015 - 05.2018

Stay at Home Mom

Self Employed Services
11.2007 - 05.2015

Case Manager

Catholic Charities
01.2005 - 10.2007

Employment Specialist

Talent Hunt Group
07.2004 - 01.2005

English Teacher

Addis Youth Academy
07.2003 - 05.2004

Refugee Resettlement Social Worker

Catholic Charities of Phoenix
09.1998 - 06.2003

TEFL/ESL 100 Hour Certificate - ESL

Oxford Seminars/ Arizona State University

MBA - International Business

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Arizona State University

Diploma - International Montessori Early Education

North American Montessori Center