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Irene Racius

Victoria,MN

Work History

Teacher

St. Casimir's Catholic School
Los Angeles, CA
  • Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance. (1973 - 1978)

Sustainability Intern

St. Jude School
Westlake Village, CA
  • Substituted as needed, all elementary grades (1980-1987)
  • Served on the St.Jude PTA board
  • Headed the Chaminade College Prep Fashion Show Advertising Committee - the largest school fundraiser

Owner

PMR Advertising (1991-2009)
Thousand Oaks, CA
  • Successfully operated and managed a Recruitment Advertising Agency for 18 years (1991 - 2009. Managed a staff of four employees, coordinated schedules, processed billing. A/P, A/R, and maintained client contact.

Disability Support Worker

Villa Esperanza Services
Thousand Oaks
  • Worked with Adults with disabilities from 2011 to 2016
  • Program Manager for ILS and CIP programs and managed our Thousand Oaks Group home (2016 - 2022) until retirement.
  • Transported clients to and from medical and mental health appointments with assigned vehicle.
  • Advised family members on how best to provide care for disabled loved ones.
  • Identified environmental challenges to client progress through interviews with patient and caregivers.
  • Improved resident and staff engagement through group activities.
  • Assisted individuals in performing wide range of housekeeping functions to develop levels of ability.
  • Documented services and collected required data for evaluation.
  • Participated in team meetings with supervisors, doctors, nurses, therapists.
  • Maintained records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved.
  • Assisted in developing self-care skills such as personal hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with community workers to implement exciting social activity programs within facility.
  • Organized recreational and educational activities for clients according to individual needs.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to assess client needs.
  • Lead a staff of 18 individuals

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology

Cal State Northride
Northridge, CA
01-1973

Timeline

Teacher

St. Casimir's Catholic School

Sustainability Intern

St. Jude School

Owner

PMR Advertising (1991-2009)

Disability Support Worker

Villa Esperanza Services

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology

Cal State Northride
Irene Racius