Ellie LaMantia
Arlington,VA
Summary
Knowledgeable therapeutic support staff member with over 8 years of experience working directly with children in school and childcare settings. Trained in mental health work, advocating for student resources and utilizing relationship-focused approaches to maximize satisfaction. Amiable and open communication style paired with excellent interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Counselor and Summer Group Leader
The Keswick School
Keswick, VA
01.2023 - Current
- Use a relationship-based therapeutic model to work with adolescent boys with emotional, cognitive, and behavioral challenges.
- Implement therapeutic techniques in both one on one and group settings.
- Effectively communicate with families of struggling children, fostering collaborative partnerships for comprehensive support and success.
- Model values of respect and empathy, and instill these values in Keswick students.
- Take on administrative tasks and attend professional development meetings.
Camp Counselor and STEM Teacher
Brooksfield Montessori School
Mclean, VA
06.2016 - 08.2022
- Foster a safe and loving learning environment for children ages 3 through 9, implementing Montessori teaching styles and positive discipline to manage a classroom of 22 children.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with children’s guardians as well as other camp staff.
- Design and implement a multitude of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math lesson plans targeted to children ages five through nine.
Wellness Chair
Virginia Inter-Sorority Council, University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Collaborate and communicate with the Virginia Inter-Sorority Council to discuss legislation, fundraising opportunities, and other events to promote Sorority Women Wellness.
- Coordinate with mental health initiatives throughout the UVA community.
- Plan and execute an Inter-Sorority Wellness Week each fall.
Education
B.A. Psychology & Health and Wellbeing minor/3.9 GPA -
University of Virginia
05.2024
International Baccalaureate Diploma/4.3 GPA -
Washington Liberty High School
01.2020
Skills
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity
- Crisis Management
- Relationship Building
- Child Development
- Incident Reporting
- Documentation Skills
- Confidential Information Protection
- Active Listening
- Spanish Proficiency
Affiliations
- Passionate about live music
- Animal lover
- Photography and digital content creation
Certification
- MANDT Certified / June 2023
- CPR First Aid Certified / June 2023
- Medication Aide Certified / June 2023
Timeline
Residential Counselor and Summer Group Leader
The Keswick School
01.2023 - Current
Wellness Chair
Virginia Inter-Sorority Council, University of Virginia
02.2022 - 02.2023
Camp Counselor and STEM Teacher
Brooksfield Montessori School
06.2016 - 08.2022
B.A. Psychology & Health and Wellbeing minor/3.9 GPA -
University of Virginia
International Baccalaureate Diploma/4.3 GPA -
Washington Liberty High School
- MANDT Certified / June 2023
- CPR First Aid Certified / June 2023
- Medication Aide Certified / June 2023
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