Music Therapy
Jennifer Barbour
Special Education Teacher/ Counselor Assistant//Music Therapist
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Innovative School Based Therapist offering a strength-based approach to helping clients grow and heal. Passionate about working with children and Adults to promote mental health. Dedicated Outpatient Therapist with a career history working in elementary, middle and highschools.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Department
Pittsburgh Public Schools
Pittsburgh
11.2006 - Current
- Provided student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
- Administered tests to the class and graded papers.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Social Work Intern/Mentoring Coordinator
Boys & Girls Club of West Pa
Pittsburgh
01.2009 - 08.2016
- Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Advised students on academic plan and course selection.
- Connected clients with community service and resource agencies.
- Maintained a caseload of more than 15-20 children in public schools and community.
Social Work Internships
University of Pittsburgh/Pittsburgh Public Schools
Pittsburgh
01.2009 - 08.2011
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Implemented an academic career action plan for each student, in order to improve their overall GPA's for college entrance.
- Met with parents and students regarding personal and academic issues
Special Education Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools - Office of Special Education
Towson
08.2004 - 11.2006
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Wrote IEP Plans, Progress Reports and did grading
Academic Career Consultant
North Hills School District
Pittsburgh
07.1999 - 06.2004
- Wrote and produced a monthly career newsletter for the students, parents and teachers.
- Helped students evaluate course choices and select relevant classes.
- Developed program to work with students and increase interest in higher learning.
Family Services Worker
Head Start Inc
Pittsburgh
09.1996 - 07.1999
- Enrolled children into Pittsburgh's Headstart Program checking their immunizations, birth certficate, income, and paperwork to ensure entrance,
- Supervised staff of Teachers and Parents for successful running of the Headstart Center.
- Wrote Family Service Plans for all Headstart Families,
Therapeutic Staff Support
Parent & Child Guidance Center
Pittsburgh
08.1994 - 07.1996
- Monitored children with behavioral needs in a school setting.
- Completed home visits for counseling services.
- Wrote Positive Behavior Support Plans for implementation.
Career Counselor
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana
07.1989 - 07.1994
- Counseled underclassmen regarding academic, and personal issues relating to academic success.
- Worked with team to continuously improve career and placement opportunities for students.
- Interviewed new peer advisors for university position.
Education
Master of Arts - School Social Work-DIrect Practice
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA2011
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling and Sociology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA1994
Master's Degree Program - Secondary Education and Counselor Education
Duquesne University of PIttsburgh
Pittsburgh, PACertificate Program - Autism Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAAssociates - Music
Community College of Allegheny County - Allegheny Campus
Pittsburgh, PA2020
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Carlow College
Pittsburgh, PA 08.2022 - 08.2023
Master of Arts - Music Therapy
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Computer proficient
- Managing classroom for diverse populations
- Punctual
- Graduate advising
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Organized
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Reliable
- Social skills teacher
- Learning disability awareness
Accomplishments
- Owner of Piano, Flute and Music Studio
- Teacher of Piano, Organ and Flute
Affiliations
- Member of University of Pittsburgh Alumni Social Work Committee 2018
- Ignite Kids Volunteer-Macedonia Church of Pittsburgh 2015-Present
- Volunteer with Bethel Park Television Studio 2017-2018
LANUGUAGES
- Proficient in French
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
Teacher of Piano and Flute
Languages
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Carlow College
08.2022 - 08.2023
Social Work Intern/Mentoring Coordinator
Boys & Girls Club of West Pa
01.2009 - 08.2016
Social Work Internships
University of Pittsburgh/Pittsburgh Public Schools
01.2009 - 08.2011
Special Education Department
Pittsburgh Public Schools
11.2006 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools - Office of Special Education
08.2004 - 11.2006
Academic Career Consultant
North Hills School District
07.1999 - 06.2004
Family Services Worker
Head Start Inc
09.1996 - 07.1999
Therapeutic Staff Support
Parent & Child Guidance Center
08.1994 - 07.1996
Career Counselor
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
07.1989 - 07.1994
Master's Degree Program - Secondary Education and Counselor Education
Duquesne University of PIttsburgh
Certificate Program - Autism Education
Liberty University
Master of Arts - Music Therapy
Duquesne University
Master of Arts - School Social Work-DIrect Practice
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling and Sociology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Associates - Music
Community College of Allegheny County - Allegheny Campus
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