Helen Shelton

Work with Deaf+ children who are Deaf plus autistic and other behavioral challenges

- Assist Deaf+ children work on reducing their disruptive challenges in an appropriate teaching environment

- Assist Deaf+ children increase compliance and their appropriate behaviors

- Provide positive reinforcement tools to Deaf+ kids learning experience

- Observe their behavioral patterns in the natural environment, and develop appropriate tools to help them improve their behaviors on a consistent basis.

• Collaborated with other external agencies to ensure continuity of services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients.
• Advised Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients on how to access various types of social services, including healthcare, education, job training opportunities, and legal aid.
• Interviewed Deaf and hard-of-hearing clients to obtain information about their backgrounds, financial status, health status, and other relevant information needed for determining eligibility.
• Provided referrals for counseling or other supportive services when appropriate.
• Prepared reports summarizing casework activities for supervisors.
• Maintained contact with clients through phone calls or office visits in order to monitor their progress.
• Organized and maintained case records, including data entry into computer systems.
• Educated clients regarding available benefits and services from government sources or other community organizations.
• Facilitated group activities designed to improve communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and self-esteem among Deaf and hard-of-hearing participants.

• Collaborated closely with family members regarding Deaf/Blind client care plans and progress updates.
• Provided companionship and emotional support to the Deaf/Blind elderly clients by engaging in meaningful conversations in tactile signing.
• Assisted with mobility issues, such as walking or transferring from bed to a walker.
• Assisted elderly clients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Redirected clients with memory issues, providing safety guidance protection.
• Performed light housekeeping tasks, including laundry, vacuuming, dusting, and preparing meals.
• Developed a strong and trusting rapport with the Deaf/Blind elderly to facilitate smooth, quality care.
• Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
• Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
• Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
• Organized oral medications for the Deaf/Blind elderly following dosage and schedule requirements.

• Taught Pasadena City College students American Sign Language I, II, III as part of their required curriculum.
• Implemented strategies to improve comprehension of ASL literature and materials.
• Instructed students in the fundamentals of American Sign Language grammar and syntax.
• Encouraged student practice by providing feedback on their signing proficiency.
• Connected with both novice and advanced students to help improve knowledge and techniques.
• Stayed current on ASL practices and available teaching technologies to give students top-notch educational experiences.
• Evaluated students' abilities and offered targeted advice on how to optimize ASL skills.
• Demonstrated proper sign usage and facial expressions to enhance communication.
• Organized small group discussions to facilitate language acquisition among hearing students.

• Adapted American Sign Language instructional materials as needed for hearing parents of children aged 0 to 5.
• Provided guidance and assistance to hearing parents in developing differentiated instruction methods with their 0- to 5-year-old children.
• Maintained positive communication rapport with hearing parents in teaching their 0 to 5-year-old Deaf children.

• Conducted workshops on time management, study skills, and career planning.
• Monitored usage of online resources provided by PCC for Deaf and HOH students' use.
• Responded to inquiries from Deaf and HOH students concerning academic policies and procedures.
• Organized and maintained files related to student services activities.
• Helped students build social, emotional, and academic skills.
• Updated system to organize office documentation, maximizing efficiency and increasing productivity.
• Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
• Provided Deaf and HOH students access to computer labs, the library, the testing center, the Math and Writing labs, and study rooms.