Claudia Martinez Rincon
Richmond,VA
Summary
Experienced with comprehensive family support services, focusing on individualized care plans and resource coordination. Utilizes strong communication and crisis intervention skills to assist families in navigating complex challenges. Knowledge of community resources and case management to ensure families receive holistic support.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bilingual Family Support Specialist
Family Lifeline
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced family well-being by providing comprehensive support services and resources.
- Assisted families in navigating complex social service systems to access needed supports and benefits.
- Conducted regular home visits to assess family progress and adjust support plans as needed.
- Maintained detailed case notes documenting client interactions, interventions provided, progress made, and any barriers encountered during service delivery.
- Developed personalized service plans for each family to address their specific needs and goals.
- Empowered parents by providing education on child development milestones, effective discipline strategies, and age-appropriate activities.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary to protect children from harm or neglect.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
Childcare Teacher
Capaz-IT
09.2024 - Current
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Increased student participation by implementing creative and interactive learning activities.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing behavior guidelines.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in educational research and best practices, applying this knowledge to enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Improved literacy skills among students by incorporating engaging reading materials and targeted writing exercises.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
Lead Teacher/Parent Education Specialist
Sacred Heart Center
09.2017 - 09.2023
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Mentored new Parent Education Specialists, offering guidance on best practices for engaging clients and enhancing program outcomes.
- Facilitated open discussions among parents, encouraging active listening and empathy while sharing personal experiences and insights.
- Organized special events focused on promoting healthy family relationships, such as Family Fun Nights or Parent-Child Connection Workshops.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts
Industrial University of Santander
Bucaramanga,Colombia05-2005
Skills
- Motivational interviewing
- Professional boundaries
- Individualized service planning
- Self-awareness
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Child development
- Behavioral assessment
Certification
- Trauma-Informed Care Training Certificate – Multiple Accrediting Organizations.
- First Aid Certification
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate
- CPR/AED Certification
- [State] Driver's License
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential - Council for Professional Recognition.
- First Aid Certification - American Heart Association.
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training Certificate - Crisis Prevention Institute.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Childcare Teacher
Capaz-IT
09.2024 - Current
Bilingual Family Support Specialist
Family Lifeline
07.2023 - Current
Lead Teacher/Parent Education Specialist
Sacred Heart Center
09.2017 - 09.2023
- Trauma-Informed Care Training Certificate – Multiple Accrediting Organizations.
- First Aid Certification
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate
- CPR/AED Certification
- [State] Driver's License
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential - Council for Professional Recognition.
- First Aid Certification - American Heart Association.
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training Certificate - Crisis Prevention Institute.
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts
Industrial University of Santander
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