Highly organized and detail-oriented worker, with a drive to exceed expectations. Ability to analyze data, develop strategies, and provide solutions to complex problems. Seeking to leverage skills and knowledge to contribute to team success.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Cornell Cooperative Extension Of Jefferson County
Financial Readiness Program Educator
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
Implemented Financial Readiness programming for a menu of existing Financial Readiness educational programs and activities with the Soldier and Family Readiness Division on Fort Drum.
Prepared monthly reports describing all financial planning activities and recorded the number of incoming Soldiers and Family Members attending workshops and individual sessions.
Participated in workgroups with other financial planners. Taught small group classes on personal financial management as part of community outreach.
Helped clients identify and set short- and long-term financial and life goals and devise plans to reach those goals.
Interviewed clients to determine current income, expenses, insurance coverage, tax status, financial objectives, risk tolerance, or other information needed to develop financial plan.
Worked with clients to develop personal recommendations for improvement of financial circumstances, reducing debt and increasing income.
Worked directly with clients to provide financial counseling and education using individualized counseling model and personal finance course.
Defense Health Agency
Medical Support Assistant
09.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
Provided backup support to office staff by filing tasks, answering phones and scheduling appointments
Determined nature and urgency of patient requests to refer patients to appropriate medical staff
Interviewed patients to verify and update clinical and demographic records
Performed clerical duties, such as word processing and data entry.
St. Joseph Parish School
Jr. High Teacher
12.2021 - 06.2022
Job overview
Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors
Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum
Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year
Utilized curriculum which reflected diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic background of student body
Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics
Used computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment to supplement presentations
Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details
Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
HiEmployment
Substitute Teacher
09.2021 - 12.2021
Job overview
Follow lesson plans provided by the regular teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students
Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment
Adapt teaching methods to fit the needs of each individual student
Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the halls, on the playground and in the cafeteria
Provide in-class and at-home assignments based on the available lesson plans
Hawaii Behavioral Health
Paraprofessional Skills Trainer
09.2019 - 03.2020
Job overview
Supported children with autism and related disorders in a school setting
Worked one on one, in a classroom setting, utilizing the model of Applied Behavior Analysis
Prepared materials and taught lessons that supported each child's growth towards their individual goals
Worked directly with clients in the field, observed behavior, collected data, measured client's independent success, calculated percentages, and reported results to employer and client guardians daily
Communicated with clients, employers, and schedulers daily with Microsoft Outlook, text messaging, and phone calls
Utilized crisis training, when necessary, to maintain the safety of students and coworkers.
US Army, ARB Family Readiness Group
Volunteer-Family Readiness Group Leader, Key Caller
06.2009 - 06.2016
Job overview
Plan and organize events for US Army soldiers and family moral and welfare
Network with Army families and Army support organizations (IE, USO, MWR, Red Cross)
Manage funds accounts, write end of month and end of year financial reports,
Manage database of family member contacts and caller operations
Detailed program operations and participant activities with comprehensive recordkeeping.
Education
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
Elizabethtown Community and Technical College
Associate of Arts
Skills
Confidential Records Management
Group and individual instruction
Organizational ability
Problem-Solving
Verbal and Written Communication
Microsoft Office
Professional Relationship-Building
Client Counseling
Public Speaking
Certification
BLS Certified
Availability
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Timeline
Financial Readiness Program Educator
Cornell Cooperative Extension Of Jefferson County
01.2023 - Current
Medical Support Assistant
Defense Health Agency
09.2022 - 01.2023
Jr. High Teacher
St. Joseph Parish School
12.2021 - 06.2022
Substitute Teacher
HiEmployment
09.2021 - 12.2021
Paraprofessional Skills Trainer
Hawaii Behavioral Health
09.2019 - 03.2020
Volunteer-Family Readiness Group Leader, Key Caller
US Army, ARB Family Readiness Group
06.2009 - 06.2016
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
Elizabethtown Community and Technical College
Associate of Arts
BLS Certified
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