John Carter
Manchester,CT
Summary
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
social work internship
Connecticut River Academy
08.2022 - Current
- Provide individual and group social work services in accordance with IEP’s and 504 plans
- Maintain a diverse caseload consisting of IEP, 504 and general education students
- Create and implement student safety plans
- Conducted equity-focused assessments and tailored interventions for student growth and family support
- De-escalate students and process problematic behaviors.
Behavior intervention coordinator
Connecticut River Academy
11.2021 - Current
- Collaborate with school leadership, teachers, counselors, and support staff to assess student needs, establish intervention goals, and monitor progress through data analysis
- Facilitated behavior supports team meetings to develop individualized intervention strategies for students with diverse learning and behavioral needs
- Establish partnerships with community organizations and mental health professionals to expand support services and resources available to students and families
- Member of a school based crisis team
- Conduct restorative circles with staff and/or students
- Data collection and analysis.
Behavior Technician
Weaver High School
08.2020 - 11.2021
- Serviced grades 9 and 10
- Conducted community/home visits
- Facilitated community provider meetings
- Monitored hallways
- Worked collaboratively with administration to implement behavioral plans.
Attendance Intervention Coordinator
Connecticut River Academy
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Recipient of the 2017-2018 Inspiring Educator Award
- A recognition voted on by colleagues and students
- Established a school-wide attendance monitoring system and procedures
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to increase engagement, motivation, and attendance
- Created individual engagement plans as needed
- Led data-driven improvement initiatives and Attendance Data Team
- Created a culture that recognizes and honors diversity and equity by participating in and facilitating extracurricular activities and groups that empower student voices
- Planned and implemented a 9th-grade transition program, classroom lessons, and school-wide activities to increase awareness of the importance of school attendance.
Education
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK -
Springfield College
Springfield, MA05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology and Applied social Relations
Eastern Connecticut State University
05.2010
Skills
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Meeting Coordination
- Presentations
- Supply Restocking
- Analytics
- Report Writing
- Project Support
- Scheduling
- Clerical Support
- Research
- Strong Academic Record
- Administrative Support
- Flexible Schedule
- Tech-Savvy
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Strategic planning and analysis
- Creativity and Innovation
- Quick Learner
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Outstanding communication skills
Accomplishments
Springfield College Phi Alpha International Honors Society
Certification
- Licensed Master Social Worker, 05/2024, State of connecticutConnecticut: Department of public health
- Restorative Practices for Educators, 09/2018, International Institute for Restorative Practices
- Connecticut Educational Certification In Social Work (071), 06/2024, State of Connecticut
Training
- Juvenile Probation Intern 2009-2010
- Family Engagement
- Group Facilitation
- Motivational Interviewing
- The Council for Boys and Young Men
- Youth Self-Esteem and Empowerment
- Physical management training (PMT)
- Restorative Practice in schools
- Cultural Competency and Trauma
- Client Engagement
- Strength Based approaches for youth
- Disproportionate Minority Contact
- Nurtured Heart
Timeline
social work internship
Connecticut River Academy
08.2022 - Current
Behavior intervention coordinator
Connecticut River Academy
11.2021 - Current
Behavior Technician
Weaver High School
08.2020 - 11.2021
Attendance Intervention Coordinator
Connecticut River Academy
08.2015 - 06.2020
MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK -
Springfield College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology and Applied social Relations
Eastern Connecticut State University