Self-motivated psychologist brings proven leadership, organizational and communication skills. Independently solves problems and keeps teams on task to handle diverse business requirements. Substantial skills in public relations and political affairs. Leads special projects, generates reports and designs retention activities to foster program success.
Hi, I’m
Estefania Rodriguez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Overview
8
years of professional experience
2
Languages
Work History
Working In The Schools (WITS)
Program Coordinator
10.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations.
- Supervised 200 corporate and community volunteers through weekly literacy programming for students
- Presented trainings for corporate and community volunteers on how to be effective mentors
- Managed direct service partnerships with Chicago public elementary schools, including administrators
- Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Coordinated program logistics to keep all relevant materials and equipment available and in good condition.
Municipality Of Quito
Advisor to City Counselor
01.2021 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Created five ordinances for Quito in health, education and disabilities.
- Conducted incident investigations, participated in audits and collected data and information to maximize resources of the city of Quito.
- Mentored and supported staff in identifying and implementing procedures and practices to protect rights of children, adolescents, people in risk situations and people with disabilities.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Leveraged statistical analysis to improve awareness, change behavior and drive continuous improvement in programs and processes.
- Assessed and refined existing policies and ordinances.
- Developed recommendations to reduce hazards by improving gear, behaviors and procedures.
Drivers Academy
Principal Investigator of Applied Psychology
03.2020 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
- Carefully documented statements, observations and evidentiary materials.
- Collaborated with federal agencies on investigations.
- Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation and physical evidence associated with driver's behavior.
- Create responsible driving manual based on driver psychology.
- Create two manuals for reckless, aggressive and risky drivers.
Municipality Of Quito
Drug and Alcohol Prevention Program Specialist
09.2019 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Lead outreach projects with the educational community of Quito to prevent the use of psychoactive substances.
- Evaluated the performance of 150 leaders in the different educational institutions to improve the quality and impact of the workshops.
- Conducted classes and workshops for teachers, students and parents on drug prevention.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Provided counseling and support to students, parents and teachers with drug abuse issues.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual needs and preferences.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
Equipo ADIP
Special Education Educator
03.2017 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Collaborated with students with multiple degrees of special needs to accomplish various tasks.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Created and managed Individualized Educational Plans to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Universidad San Francisco De Quito (AUTOCLUB)
Academic Program Coordinator
05.2016 - 02.2017
Job overview
- Promoted program courses, activities and accomplishments, both internally and externally, to boost recruitment and retain diverse student body in the driver academy.
- Optimized classroom transitions while encouraging and reinforcing student instruction and liaising with administration department leaders.
- Recruited and hired 40 driver instructors to help implement program initiatives.
- Initiated new learning methods to achieve total student comprehension while curbing learning time.
Education
Universidad De Buenos AiresBuenos Aires, Argentina
Master's Degree in Psychological Evaluation from Applied Psychology
12.2024
University Overview
- Professional Development: Good Clinical Practices Certification by CITI Program
- Professional Development: Conflicts of Interest for IRB Members Certification by CITI Program
- Professional Development: Human Subject Protection Certification by CITI Program
Universidad San Francisco De QuitoQuito, Ecuador
Bachelor in Psychology from Psychology
07.2016
University Overview
- Minor in Sexual and Educational Psychology by Universidad San Francisco de Quito.
Universidad San Francisco De QuitoQuito, Ecuador
Bacherlor in International Relations from International Relations And Affairs
07.2015
University Overview
- Minor in Political Science by Universidad San Francisco de Quito.
Skills
- Team Management
- Staff Training
- Project Coordination
- Psychological Interventions
- Social Work
- Family Counseling
- Analytical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Government Policy
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Working In The Schools (WITS)
10.2022 - Current
Advisor to City Counselor
Municipality Of Quito
01.2021 - 07.2021
Principal Investigator of Applied Psychology
Drivers Academy
03.2020 - 12.2020
Drug and Alcohol Prevention Program Specialist
Municipality Of Quito
09.2019 - 01.2020
Special Education Educator
Equipo ADIP
03.2017 - 08.2019
Academic Program Coordinator
Universidad San Francisco De Quito (AUTOCLUB)
05.2016 - 02.2017
Universidad De Buenos Aires
Master's Degree in Psychological Evaluation from Applied Psychology
Universidad San Francisco De Quito
Bachelor in Psychology from Psychology
Universidad San Francisco De Quito
Bacherlor in International Relations from International Relations And Affairs