Heather Brune Brewer
Asheboro,NC
Summary
Dynamic educator and advocate with proven expertise in fostering social and emotional development and literacy, honed at Regional Consolidated Services- Head Start. Excelled in creating supportive learning environments, enhancing parent engagement, and improving educational outcomes. Skilled in parent-teacher communication and literacy development, achieving significant advancements in family support and student progress.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
A Child's Journey
04.2023 - Current
- Supervised students during lunch breaks, recess, and other school-related events, maintaining a positive atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Assisted lead teacher in managing classroom behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by modeling enthusiasm, empathy, and respect for all members of the school community.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to share best practices, resources, and ideas for continuous improvement in teaching methodologies.
Assistant Teacher
Regional Consolidated Services- Head Start
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Supported students with special needs, implementing strategies to facilitate their participation and learning.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to assess student performances and identify areas for improvement.
Head Start Family Advocate
Regional Consolidated Services- Head Start
09.2008 - 12.2021
- Served as an ambassador for the Head Start program within the larger community by attending events and sharing information about services offered to eligible families.
- Managed a caseload of Head Start families efficiently and effectively, ensuring timely completion of required tasks and thorough follow-up on identified areas for support.
- Coordinated volunteer opportunities for parents within the classroom setting, enhancing their connection to their child''s educational experience.
- Improved parental involvement in children''s education by organizing workshops, trainings, and events focused on child development.
- Assisted families in accessing community resources for housing, healthcare, and employment opportunities to promote selfsufficiency.
- Developed strong partnerships with local organizations that offer supportive services to low-income families, increasing resource availability for Head Start participants.
- Enhanced family engagement by conducting regular home visits and establishing strong relationships with parents.
- Maintained accurate documentation of family interactions and progress toward goals in accordance with program guidelines.
- Monitored child attendance records closely, addressing concerns about absenteeism through direct communication with parents.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in working with families experiencing significant challenges, such as substance abuse or mental health concerns.
- Supported successful transitions from preschool to kindergarten by sharing pertinent information about each child''s progress with receiving schools.
- Advocated for the needs of children and families within the Head Start program by participating in policy discussions at local and regional levels.
- Facilitated parent meetings and support groups designed to foster a sense of community among Head Start families.
- Provided crisis intervention services to families experiencing challenges such as homelessness or domestic violence, connecting them with necessary resources for safety and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized family partnership agreements, ensuring targeted support for each family.
- Promoted health and wellness among Head Start families by coordinating access to medical, dental, mental health services, and nutrition education programs.
- Observed security measures to maintain confidentiality and restrict access by unauthorized individuals.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services (Concentration in Child Dev.)
Pfeiffer University
Misenheimer, NC05-2004
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Promoting social and emotional development
- Literacy development
- Mathematics teaching
- Language arts instruction
- Social studies education
- Science education
- Cultural history
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
Accomplishments
- Achieved The NC Family Development Credential For Family Workers by completing a portfolio and passing a final exam. Credential Awarded through DUKE University office of Continuing Studies in Partnership with Community Action Opportunities.
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
A Child's Journey
04.2023 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Regional Consolidated Services- Head Start
01.2022 - 03.2023
Head Start Family Advocate
Regional Consolidated Services- Head Start
09.2008 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services (Concentration in Child Dev.)
Pfeiffer University
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