Hattie Peterson-Williams
Skokomish,WA
Summary
Dedicated to advancing with a focus on relationship building, communication, and organization. Proven ability to guide and support at-risk individuals, fostering personal development and resilience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Raven Warrior Canoe Family MMIW MMIP
501 (c) 3 Voulnteer
Skokomish WA
01.2025 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Native American Youth Mentor
Skokomish Tribal Nation
Skokomish, WA
04.2021 - Current
- Mentored youth in personal development and life skills through structured programs and activities.
- Developed strong communication skills in youths by providing constructive feedback and regularly engaging them in reflective conversations about their progress.
- Provided academic support through tutoring sessions, contributing to improved grades and study habits among mentees.
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Coordinated with parents, teachers, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent support for the youth''s overall development.
- Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
- Facilitated workshops on cultural awareness and community engagement for diverse youth groups.
- Established trust-based relationships, providing guidance and support to at-risk individuals.
- Collaborated with families and community organizations to develop tailored support plans for youth.
- Advocated for youth needs within the community, promoting resources and opportunities available to them.
Head Start Lead Teacher
Skokomish Tribal Nation
Skokomish, WA
09.2015 - 02.2021
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum to enhance child development outcomes.
- Led classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with families to support children's educational and emotional needs.
- Trained and mentored new teachers on best practices in early childhood education.
- Assessed student progress and adapted instructional methods to meet diverse learning styles.
- Coordinated community resources to enrich educational experiences for students and families.
- Enhanced cultural diversity awareness by incorporating multicultural materials in the curriculum.
- Developed a positive classroom environment through consistent communication, clear expectations, and mutual respect.
- Increased parent involvement with regular updates and open communication channels.
- Led professional development sessions for peers, sharing best practices and innovative teaching techniques.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Native Pathways, Social Work, Community
Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA06.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA06.2023
High School Diploma -
CHOICE Alternative High School
Shelton, WA06.2015
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Organizational and planning skills
- Self motivation
- Conflict resolution
- Teamwork
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior modeling
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Verbal communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Goal planning
- Project-based learning
- Strong work ethic and dependable
Timeline
Raven Warrior Canoe Family MMIW MMIP
501 (c) 3 Voulnteer
01.2025 - Current
Native American Youth Mentor
Skokomish Tribal Nation
04.2021 - Current
Head Start Lead Teacher
Skokomish Tribal Nation
09.2015 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Native Pathways, Social Work, Community
Evergreen State College
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
South Puget Sound Community College
High School Diploma -
CHOICE Alternative High School