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Kate Sutton

Lansing,MI

Summary

Dynamic professional with a range of experience in case management, disability services and leading teams. Skilled in crisis intervention and case documentation, adept at fostering a collaborative work environment that promotes success and personal growth. Brings adaptability, positive attitude, empathy and compassion to any role.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Interior/Exterior Painter

Brad's Quality Painting, LLC
08.2024 - Current
  • Prep, paint and finish variety of surfaces.
  • Take direction from owner on plan for jobs daily, weekly, etc.
  • Manage a small team of painters and work independently to achieve a completed job in a timely manner.
  • Visit potential customers with owner and give estimates for the job.
  • Deliver invoices and collect payments for owner when jobs are complete.

Care Services Manager

Lansing Community College
08.2022 - 08.2024
  • Supervised three full time employees and oversaw four part time student employees.
  • Responsible for hiring of new employees within department (job posting creation, interview questions, setting up interview committee, selecting interview candidates, interviewing candidates, selection and offering of positions - within employee management system) and establishing their onboard training plan for the The Center for Student Services department and also for the Center for Student Support as a larger unit.
  • Managed department that serviced 700+ students renewing accommodations every semester (fall, spring and summer).
  • Maintained system for case management notes and production of student accommodation letters.
  • Held intake meetings with students, reviewed disability documentation and determined appropriate accommodations for area(s) of disability.
  • Trained faculty, staff and campus officials on disability, accommodations and disability law.
  • Facilitated information sessions for prospective students and parents on accommodation processes and procedures.
  • Maintained detailed and accurate records in case management database for both accommodations and behavior intervention.
  • Referred students to other points of contact on campus for support services.
  • Provided ongoing wrap around support for students.
  • Worked with department budget and Perkins grant reporting.
  • Member of multiple state and national professional organizations - attended national conferences, monthly meetings and webinars.
  • Certified Autism Specialist through the IBCCE.
  • Attended weekly Behavior Intervention Team meetings.
  • Supported college’s most at risk students with regular phone calls, emails, and in person meetings.
  • Conducted risk assessments before and while working with students in crisis.
  • Supported students with connections to outside agencies, as well as internal counseling, success coaching, tutoring, etc.

IEARN Specialist/Vocational Services

Peckham, Inc.
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Managed caseload of adults, all homeless and without jobs, who received immediate employment and continued support for 90-180 days.
  • Completed entire hiring process for individuals including I-9 verification, background check, entered personnel records into company system, organized training plan, taught multiple training courses, and monitored new employees for extra support and review of new training plan courses as needed.
  • Maintained and updated records in HMIS: Homeless Management Information System.
  • Recognized client employment barriers and devised strategies to resolve.
  • Assisted individuals with addressing disability barriers and developing career plans.
  • Ensured that individuals received appropriate accommodations to successfully complete daily job functions.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment.
  • Kept detailed records and case files detailing clients' personal and disability eligibility information, services provided and relevant correspondence.
  • Consulted with partnering agencies and caseworkers to enhance collaboration of care.
  • Use critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

Special Education Teacher

Michigan Connections Academy
03.2019 - 11.2021
  • Managed case load of of 20-25 special education students.
  • Wrote and implemented IEPs and transition plans to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals in and after school.
  • Monitored student achievement and gathered evidence to deliver individualized instruction and support aligned to student's goals.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to a range of neurodiverse students.
  • Analyzed student assessment data to determine next steps.

Tutor/Owner

Jewett Learning Center, LLC
01.2018 - 03.2019
  • Tutored 20 K-12 students out of my home in one on one and small group settings.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.

Lower Elementary Teacher

Eaton Rapids Public Schools
09.2003 - 09.2017
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
  • Designed and presented state objective compliant lesson plans in all academic subjects using a variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
  • Provided a warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
  • Prepared classroom and materials according to Montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
  • Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
  • Accommodated students with IEPs and 504 plans in the general education setting.

Education

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Marygrove College
Detroit, MI
04.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Olivet College
Olivet, MI
04.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Hope College
Holland, MI
05.2000

High School Diploma -

Eaton Rapids High School
Eaton Rapids, MI
06.1996

Skills

  • Staff training and development
  • Customer service
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Recruiting and interviewing
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Case documentation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Crisis intervention
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Relationship building

Timeline

Interior/Exterior Painter

Brad's Quality Painting, LLC
08.2024 - Current

Care Services Manager

Lansing Community College
08.2022 - 08.2024

IEARN Specialist/Vocational Services

Peckham, Inc.
11.2021 - 08.2022

Special Education Teacher

Michigan Connections Academy
03.2019 - 11.2021

Tutor/Owner

Jewett Learning Center, LLC
01.2018 - 03.2019

Lower Elementary Teacher

Eaton Rapids Public Schools
09.2003 - 09.2017

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Marygrove College

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Olivet College

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Hope College

High School Diploma -

Eaton Rapids High School

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