Elizabeth Brown Cordero DrOT, OTR/L

Enthusiastic new graduate from Saint Joseph’s University equipped with over nine years of experience working with individuals of all ages and abilities from diverse backgrounds. Certified and licensed OT with strengths in leadership, communication, and adaptability. Interested to work in areas of pediatrics, acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, and mental health settings. Passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the field of OT.

Substitute Teacher, Elizabeth, New Jersey

Elizabeth Board of Education | 03/2024 – 05/2024

• Implemented teachers’ lesson plans in pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, first grade, and self-contained classroom environments.
• Maintained a controlled and functioning classroom environment to optimize student’s learning.
• Completed daily reports to communicate students’ progress and daily behaviors.

Work Study Student, Saint Joseph’s University   

Occupational Therapy Department  | 09/2021 – 05/2022

• Assisted OT professor with research for the development of an early intervention program.
• Conducted research for OT professors on DEI advocacy and leadership within the OT profession.
• Performed various tasks around the OT department including helping professors with various projects.

Children and Youth Program Assistant, Wilmington, Delaware   

Mary Campbell Center | 02/2019 – 03/2021

• Designed and arranged programs geared towards developing functional life skills for children and youth ages 5-24 with different abilities.
• Guided and trained new co-workers in functional mobility transfers, feeding skills, and toileting techniques to be able to adapt to the participants' needs.
• Recognized for my leadership and adaptive skills in working with a variety of disabilities and age groups.

• Certified and registered OT through NBCOT
• Licensed in DE; pending OT licensure in PA