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Estela Davila

Fillmore,CA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate case management professional with strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Experienced in social service navigation, family support, and resource coordination, with a proven ability to connect individuals and families with critical community resources. Skilled in developing and implementing tailored support programs that address diverse needs, promote self-sufficiency, and foster positive outcomes for children and families. Committed to building trusting relationships, advocating for families, and collaborating with community partners to improve access to essential services.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Case Worker/Family Engagement Specialist

Child Development Resources of Ventura County
Oxnard, California
11.2023 - Current
  • Acted as a liaison among school personnel, families, and external service providers to facilitate IEP implementation.
  • Guided clients in navigating complex social service systems, facilitating access to critical resources and services.
  • Collaborated with outside agencies to improve support services for students, ensuring comprehensive resources and programs were accessible.
  • Coordinated timely referrals to connect patients with necessary health care services and resources.
  • Attended conferences and workshops to remain updated on best practices in special education programming.
  • Participated in relevant trainings to strengthen knowledge of current educational strategies.

Home-Based Family Educator

Child Development Resources of Ventura County
Oxnard, California
11.2021 - 11.2023

Developed, implemented, and monitored Individual Program Plans (IPP) and Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP), ensuring alignment with client goals and regulatory requirements.

• Maintained consistent monthly contact with clients and families to assess progress, address barriers, and adjust services as needed.

• Delivered home-based early education services while supporting families in implementing developmentally appropriate learning strategies.

• Maintained consistent monthly contact with clients and families to assess progress, address barriers, and adjust services as needed.

• Identified family needs and provided referrals to community resources, including healthcare providers, therapy services, and social support programs.

  • Collaborated with community organizations to connect youth to positive activities.

Teacher

Child Development Resources of Ventura Cou
Oxnard, California
10.2018 - 11.2021
  • Developed and implemented individualized learning strategies to promote cognitive, language, social-emotional, behavioral, and physical development for children ages 3–5.
  • Provided individualized support to children with diverse developmental, behavioral, and learning needs, implementing targeted interventions that enhanced learning outcomes.
  • Fostered a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that encouraged independence, positive peer interactions, and social-emotional growth.
  • Applied developmentally appropriate teaching practices and positive behavior-support strategies to enhance participation, communication, and establish successful classroom routines.
  • Observed, assessed, and documented children’s developmental progress while identifying areas of concern and collaborating with staff and families to address individual needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers, specialists, and families to align strategies for children’s developmental goals, fostering a holistic approach to education.
  • Followed Head Start Program Performance Standards and maintained accurate and timely documentation to support program compliance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

The University of Arizona Global Campus
Arizona City, AZ
05-2025

Administrative Certificate - Administrative

The College of The Canyons Training Insitute
Oxnard, CA
06-2021

Associate of Science - Child Development

Ventura College
Ventura, CA
05-2009

Skills

  • Social service navigation
  • Communication Skills
  • Collaboration & Teamwork
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability & Continuous Learning
  • Professionalism & Work Ethic

Timeline

Case Worker/Family Engagement Specialist

Child Development Resources of Ventura County
11.2023 - Current

Home-Based Family Educator

Child Development Resources of Ventura County
11.2021 - 11.2023

Teacher

Child Development Resources of Ventura Cou
10.2018 - 11.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

The University of Arizona Global Campus

Administrative Certificate - Administrative

The College of The Canyons Training Insitute

Associate of Science - Child Development

Ventura College
Estela Davila