Jessica Romo
Antelope,CA
Summary
Dedicated and dependable professional with experience as a SETA Head Start Home Base Lead Teacher, supporting children and families through education, case management, and community resource referrals. Skilled in building positive relationships, assessing needs, maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring program compliance, and collaborating with community partners. Strong problem-solving skills, communication, and organization helping individual achieve their goals. Ready and hopeful to bring these transferable skills to Workforce Development Specialist role- to assist job seekers in accessing employment and training opportunities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Start Lead Teacher Home Base
SETA Head Start
925 Del Paso Blvd
08.2018 - Current
- Facilitated impactful activities that strengthened parent-child relationships and family involvement. Delivered organized recruitment and socialization events, enhancing community connection through effective meetings and field trips.
- Collaborated with supervisor to address education, family partnership, health, nutrition, and special education or mental health issues for families. Assisted in discussing family accomplishments and concerns during meetings with supervisor.
- Assessed family requirements and provided tailored referrals to appropriate community support services.
- Executed crisis intervention by initiating calls and delivering immediate resources to families in need.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records and documentation for ASQ-3 and ASQ-2 screenings. Supported data entry for Child Plus, including family contact notes, health and nutrition notes, immunization records, and growth assessments. Conducted assessments for lead risk, hemoglobin levels, hearing, and vision, contributing to Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP).
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook): Use for ADA, Mileage, Education Tracking, Emails, and Organizing Monthly Calendar for Home Visits, Trainings, Staff Meetings, Socializations, field trips, Quarterly Case Management, HELP IDP Due Dates, Automatic Replies Out of the Office.
- Implemented strict protocols for file security and upheld ethical standards in client interactions.
Lead Teacher
Antelope KinderCare
6825 Purslane Way Citrus Heights, CA 95621
09.2015 - 08.2018
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with educational standards.
- Mentored and trained new teachers on classroom management strategies and curriculum execution.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective communication and conflict resolution techniques.
- Evaluated student progress and adjusted instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support children's overall development and well-being.
- Coordinated educational activities that enhanced student engagement and participation.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies at home and school.
Education
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION-ASSOCIATE TEACHER - Early Childhood Education
American River College
Sacramento, CA05-2027
ECE: Culture And Diversity Specialist - Early Childhood Education
American River College
Sacramento, CA05-2027
Skills
- Microsoft, Excel, and Outlook
- Case management
- Data entry
- Project coordination
- Documentation
- Resource coordination
- Goal planning
- Customer service
- Cultural sensitivity
- Cultural competency
- Program compliance
Timeline
Head Start Lead Teacher Home Base
SETA Head Start
08.2018 - Current
Lead Teacher
Antelope KinderCare
09.2015 - 08.2018
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION-ASSOCIATE TEACHER - Early Childhood Education
American River College
ECE: Culture And Diversity Specialist - Early Childhood Education
American River College