Francesca Conner
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Caring and empathetic mentor and advocate with 3 years of experience providing therapeutic support for people with disabilities and disadvantages. Competent and dependable worker with a unique ability to adapt to high pressure and unfamiliar environments. Devoted to bettering communities and individual lives while taking pride in the small accomplishments along the way.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Sensory-Motor Coach
Brain Balance Midwest
11.2023 - Current
- Assist and coach kids aged 4-18 through sensory-motor processing exercises
- Immersive Experience with intellectual and developmental disabilities like ADHD, ASD, ODC and ODD
- Specialized sensory therapy in 1 on 1 settings
- Educated in adaptable deescalation tactics in high pressure situations
Youth Advisory Board Member
Community Action For Safe Alternatives (CASA)
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Coordinated volunteer efforts for various community service projects
- Mentored new board members, providing guidance and support as they acclimated to their roles.
- Organized engaging events and workshops for young people, fostering a sense of belonging within the community.
- Strengthened community outreach initiatives for increased youth engagement
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law Politics & Society
Drake University
Des Moines, IA12.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Drake University
Des Moines, IA12.2026
High School Diploma -
Winthrop High School
Winthrop, MA05.2023
Skills
- Adaptable and Personable
- Spectrum Disorder Knowledge
- Accommodating and Patient
- Motor Skills Development
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Sensory-Motor Coach
Brain Balance Midwest
11.2023 - Current
Youth Advisory Board Member
Community Action For Safe Alternatives (CASA)
12.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Law Politics & Society
Drake University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Drake University
High School Diploma -
Winthrop High School
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