Fanta Diarrassouba
New York,NY
Summary
Compassionate College and Career Readiness/Family Development Coordinator with a background in guiding students towards educational success and personal growth. Experience includes counseling for college admissions, career planning, financial aid applications, and academic support. Strengths encompass strong interpersonal skills, ability to build rapport with diverse student populations and comprehensive understanding of higher education processes. Previous work has made significant impact on student retention rates and post-graduation placements.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
College and Career Readiness/Family Development Specialist
New York Edge
Bronx, USA
11.2023 - Current
- Facilitated workshops focusing on parenting skills and child development strategies.
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance family resources and support services.
- Conducted assessments to identify family needs and strengths for program enhancement.
- Maintained accurate records of family interactions to ensure effective service delivery.
- Organized job fairs connecting employers with potential candidates.
- Partnered with educational institutions to align training programs with industry requirements.
ABA Behavior Therapist
Aspire Academy Schools
Stamford, USA
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Conducted behavioral assessments and developed personalized plans, enhancing student engagement and progress.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for students.
- Collaborated with BCBAs to implement individualized treatment strategies, supporting diverse learning needs.
- Led group and one-on-one interventions targeting emotional regulation and academic success.
- Maintained detailed documentation of behavioral data and therapy outcomes to inform ongoing treatment adjustments.
Transfer Specialist
Learning & Educational Solutions
New York, USA
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Guided students in understanding transfer options and requirements for informed academic decisions.
- Advised over 60 high school students during transitions to ensure smooth adjustments.
- Provided academic counseling while monitoring student progress to promote success.
- Collaborated with district administrators to enhance student attendance and graduation rates.
Call Center Consultant
United Federation of Teachers
New York, USA
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained high accuracy and empathy in client communications.
- Resolved escalated cases by directing inquiries to appropriate departments.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently resolve member issues.
- Provided professional support to union members on benefits grievances and resources.
- Assisted teachers with inquiries about benefits and professional development opportunities.
- Documented member interactions and requests during calls to maintain comprehensive records for future reference.
COVID-19 Case Investigator
NYC Health + Hospitals
New York, USA
06.2020 - 02.2022
- Conducted contact tracing and managed COVID-19 cases across NYC boroughs to facilitate timely interventions.
- Collected and analyzed demographic and health data for over 200 clients weekly, informing targeted public health strategies.
- Coordinated care resources to ensure public health compliance, enhancing community health response efforts.
Education
Associate of Science - Psychology
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY05.2026
Skills
- Program management
- Grant management
- Data entry and case management
- Salesforce proficiency
- Event planning
- Community engagement
- Student advocacy
- Educational counseling
- Leadership coaching
- Behavioral assessment
- Conflict resolution skills
- Social-emotional strategies
- Office and Google Suite
Certification
- Family Development Credential (FDC)
- Certified College & Career Readiness Specialist
Languages
French
Professional
Bambara
Professional
Timeline
College and Career Readiness/Family Development Specialist
New York Edge
11.2023 - Current
ABA Behavior Therapist
Aspire Academy Schools
03.2023 - 11.2023
Transfer Specialist
Learning & Educational Solutions
09.2022 - 03.2023
Call Center Consultant
United Federation of Teachers
02.2022 - 09.2022
COVID-19 Case Investigator
NYC Health + Hospitals
06.2020 - 02.2022
Associate of Science - Psychology
Monroe Community College