Jennifer Chiapete
Racine,WI
Summary
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Hardworking and reliable individual with strong ability in communication. Offering a willingness to learn new skills. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Wilson Certified Dyslexia Therapist
Prairie School Wind Point, WI
01.2016 - Current
- Performed small group and individual therapy based on client needs with focus on dyslexia and other learning disabilities.
- Understood, used and remained abreast of best practices and therapy modalities within dyslexia field.
- Met federal and state regulations for licensure and certification.
- Completed comprehensive assessments in addressing learning disabilities.
- Certified to teach Just Words Intervention.
- Certified to teach Fundations Early Intervention.
Reading Intervention Teacher
Prairie School Inc.
08.2006 - Current
- Interpreted assessment data to determine best intervention methods for students.
- Established positive and engaging classroom environment that was conducive to improving literacy skills.
- Encouraged love of reading and promoted literacy to students.
- Monitored small reading groups comprised of three students
- Spoke with parents to discuss student progress and discuss reading issues.
- Communicated positively with students through engaging conversations.
- Tutored and provided assistance after school to students in need of additional reading help.
- Matched instructional strategies with students' developmental levels to boost learning.
- Organized and prepared instructional materials, communiqués and reports to facilitate student learning.
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
Prevention Educator
Lutheran Social Services Of Wisconsin And Upper Michigan
04.2004 - 08.2006
- Supported program operations with database maintenance.
- Enhanced awareness of health resources and worked to connect individuals with programs.
- Offered subject matter expertise for clinical assistance and program services like SCAN.
Program Specialist
Racine Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs
04.2002 - 04.2004
- Kept records organized and current with daily attention to updates and maintenance needs.
- Boosted outreach to underserved areas to successfully increase participation.
- Conducted assessments to identify needs and impact of services.
- Scheduled and developed program activities in accordance with program needs.
- Explained program offerings and requirements to participants and answered related questions.
- Collaborated with community leaders and public agencies to promote programs within community.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
05.1990
Skills
- Motivational Style
- Calm Under Pressure
- Continuous Professional Development
- Learning Disabilities
- Literacy Strategies
- Critical Thinking
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Conflict Resolution
- Good Work Ethic
- Computer Skills
- One-on-one tutoring
Education and Training
Wilson Reading Certified January 2015.
Timeline
Wilson Certified Dyslexia Therapist
Prairie School Wind Point, WI
01.2016 - Current
Reading Intervention Teacher
Prairie School Inc.
08.2006 - Current
Prevention Educator
Lutheran Social Services Of Wisconsin And Upper Michigan
04.2004 - 08.2006
Program Specialist
Racine Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs
04.2002 - 04.2004
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
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