Experienced with providing compassionate and attentive care to clients. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills and empathy to build trusting relationships. Knowledge of effective care practices ensures well-being and comfort of those supported.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Provider
Nassau County
Provide care and support to support guests with mental illness in all areas of living
Conducted group and private sessions to help guests identify their challenges and identify strengths
Developed individualized solutions, goals, strategies, coping skills, and action plans to assist guests with mental health management
Facilitated crisis trauma management through crisis phone line and peer support
Conducted peer support sessions with psychiatric patients at Nassau Community Medical Center
Developed and sustained structured routines with flexibility to individual needs for children and seniors, to ensure a safe, nurturing environment
Teacher's Assistant, Reading Specialist
Various School Districts, Northport, Commack, Miller Place, West Babylon
Implemented a balanced literacy program incorporating guided reading, writing workshop, workshop, guided reading, and interactive read aloud based on the Literacy Collaborative model of instruction for the growth and well-being of students
Continually assessed student performance and behaviors using both formal and informal assessment tools, such as running records, anecdotal observations, conference checklists, authentic works, individual, group, and assessment strategies
Supervised, managed, and planned center-based activities and core questions to support independent and cooperative learning
Utilized the SMART Board & technology daily to create interactive, hands-on experience actively engaging students in learning
Administered and scored New York State Assessments in English Language Arts and Mathematics and distinguished trends
Assessed, monitored, and developed students reading abilities, levels, progress, and strategic reading for growth and well being
Integrated authentic, engaging, hands on, and interactive community-based lessons, activities, and discussions for progress
Incorporated professional development, self-reflection, peer critique, and evaluations to drive forward teaching practice
Contributed valuable insights, and information and collaborated on recommendations to the Instructional Support Team
Challenged, supported, and measured students through differentiated, whole class, small group, and one-on-one instruction
Inspired and motivated students through guidance in diverse learning styles, abilities, interests, and voices, hearts and minds
Managed classroom transitions and behaviors through positive reinforcement, consequence and reward systems and leadership
Fostered an enthusiastic learning community based on mutual respect, caring and character, social, and emotional education
Maintained regular contact with parents through weekly newsletters, written correspondence, telephone calls, and conferences
Developed and executed advanced instructional support for struggling students to engage personal aspirations and performance
Utilized manipulatives, real world examples, interactive experiments, and inquiry to support math and science instruction
Developed and planned social studies instruction based on the Flag, multicultural studies, American culture, current events and news, history, economics, social and civil rights, law and order, justice, equality, communication, and geography
Ascertained requisite essentials for student and parent community to elevate and augment learning and development
2nd and 3rd Grade Teacher
Assistant Treasurer, Trainer, Investment Specialist, Assistant Planner, Supervisor, Managing Director
Various Financial and Retail Businesses, New York, NY, and Long Island, NY
Provided exceptional customer relations, analyzed customer needs, and presented quality solutions to customer inquiries
Formulated a sales and service model to encompass, eclipse and transcend the key indicators of expectations for prospects
Supervised, managed, evaluated, trained and mentored staff of financial information specialists for advanced training
Trained and developed curriculum in technology training for corporate personnel to contribute to strategic outcomes
Established rapport with clientele, and contributed essential financial insight and guidance for investment decisions
Executed trades, followed up with client desiderata, astute with regards to financial investment vehicles, series 6 and 63 licensed
Analyzed purchase history and trends and planned and procured products and services to offer retail clientele in context
Peer Support Specialist
Concern For Independent Living
East Patchogue, NY
05.2025 - Current
Provided emotional support and guidance to individuals in recovery, fostering a sense of community.
Assisted clients in developing coping strategies and life skills for independent living.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans for clients.
Educated clients about available resources and services to enhance their well-being.
Community Development Specialist
Positive Behavior Support Consulting & Psychological Resources, PC
Northport, NY
03.2025 - Current
Community Development Specialist
Positive Behavior Support Consulting & Psychological Resources, PC
Northport, NY
03.2025 - Current
Supported young adults with autism in developing independent living, social, and vocational skills.
Assisted individuals in workplace settings by providing guidance, encouragement, and skill-building support.
Connected individuals with community resources and programs to improve personal, social, and employment outcomes.
Facilitated community integration by encouraging participation in social, recreational, and vocational activities.
Collaborated with employers, and service providers to promote individualized goals and successful community engagement.
Monitored progress and provided ongoing support to help individuals build confidence and increase independence.
Certified Professional Life Coach
Certified Life Coach Institute
05.2018 - Current
Utilizing collaboration, evolved life goals from dreams and advanced these to fruition through multiple strategies
Coach clients regarding interpersonal skills, life skills, relationship skills, communication, job skills, and life changes
Incorporate client centered one on one individualized and group coaching sessions to advance client goals
Manage and integrate various resources for clients including visual aids, reference books, action plans and other resources
Identify and overcome obstacles to success and fulfillment to achieve goals
Inspire clients to be their best selves through positive reinforcement, accountability, confidence building and self-development
Develop strong rapport and harmony in client relationships through mutual respect, support, flexibility, and compassion
Maintain and submit reports to evidence client progress and chronicle client experiences to inform action steps and goal setting
Peer Specialist Certification: March 2022
Academy of Peer Services
Education
Master of Science -
Queens College, City University of New York
Queens, NY
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY
05-2003
Bachelor of Science - Management Science, Finance
State University of New York at Geneseo
Geneseo, NY
05-1988
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05-2027
Certification
New York State Permanent Certification: Elementary Education, Pre-K-6, Business and Marketing, K-12, Literacy, Birth-6
Literacy Collaborative Training through Miller Place School District
Teacher’s College Reading and Writing Project
Lab sites training and workshop attendance through Northport UFSD and Commack UFSD
Various Investment, Leadership and Management Training Chase Manhattan Bank
Post Graduate Advanced Certification Program: Literacy Education (B-6): December 2009
Certified Life Coach Institute
Certified Professional Life Coach CPC: May 2018; Certified Master Life Coach MCLC: March 2023
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Concern For Independent Living
05.2025 - Current
Community Development Specialist
Positive Behavior Support Consulting & Psychological Resources, PC
03.2025 - Current
Community Development Specialist
Positive Behavior Support Consulting & Psychological Resources, PC
03.2025 - Current
Certified Professional Life Coach
Certified Life Coach Institute
05.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Management Science, Finance
State University of New York at Geneseo
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Hofstra University
Assistant Treasurer, Trainer, Investment Specialist, Assistant Planner, Supervisor, Managing Director
Various Financial and Retail Businesses, New York, NY, and Long Island, NY
Teacher's Assistant, Reading Specialist
Various School Districts, Northport, Commack, Miller Place, West Babylon
Care Provider
Nassau County
Master of Science -
Queens College, City University of New York
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling