Destiny Cartagena Torres
Holyoke,MA
Summary
Compassionate Therapeutic Mentor known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in developing trust-based relationships, behavioral intervention strategies, and personalized support plans to meet individual needs. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience to foster positive outcomes in challenging environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Therapeutic Mentor
Center For Human Development Inc.
West Springfield, Massachusetts
10.2025 - Current
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to youth in community settings.
- Developed individualized support plans based on clients needs.
- Supported clients in accessing community resources and services effectively.
Certified Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
Longmeadow, Massachusetts
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to student needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to promote a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and teaching methods.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and goals.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for young children in a nurturing environment.
- Implemented age-appropriate educational activities to promote early childhood development.
Assistant Teacher
Inspire Academy
Lakeland, FL
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted lead teacher in classroom management and lesson preparation.
- Supported students with individualized learning plans and activities.
- Organized classroom materials and maintained a neat learning environment.
- Documented student progress and reported observations to educators regularly.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MA 09.2025 - 02.2026
Springfield Highschool of Science & Technology
Springfield, MASkills
- Individualized support
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Collaborative teamwork
- Progress documentation
- CPR certification
- Multitasking Abilities
- Teamwork
- Team building
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Therapeutic Mentor
Center For Human Development Inc.
10.2025 - Current
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Holyoke Community College
09.2025 - 02.2026
Certified Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2023 - 01.2025
Assistant Teacher
Inspire Academy
08.2021 - 12.2022
Springfield Highschool of Science & Technology