Kiara Hicks
Winnsboro,La
Summary
An experienced Social Worker that has a passion for helping children and families. My Purpose is to work for an agency that is committed to the prosperity of its employees and supports education and growth with the opportunity to grow within the company. Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
Building Bridges Learning Center
Winnsboro, Louisiana
01.2019 - 08.2022
- My daily task included providing support for children between the ages of birth and five who come from low-income families
- I promoted cognitive, social, emotional and language development in children to ensure that they are well-prepared to begin school
- The agency offers a variety of services, including assistance nutrition, psychological concerns, health issues and special needs
- As a Social Worker I played an important role in supporting the children and their families throughout the entire process
- I coordinate care services throughout the duration of the family's involvement at the center
- I am able to identify the type of care a family received depending on their needs.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
Teacher
Franklin Parish School Winnsboro Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
- Planning, preparing, and delivering lessons
- Encouraging student participation in lessons and in other school-related activities
- Deliver classroom instruction that helps students learn
- Prepare effective lessons
- Grade student work and offer feedback
- Manage classroom materials
- Productively navigates the curriculum and collaborates with other staff.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Social Worker, Intern/ Pine Belt Head Start
Head Start
Gibsland, Louisiana
08.2018 - 12.2018
- My daily task at the, program included maintaining accurate and up-to-date records on enrolled children and their families
- Documentation was an important part of accountability and keeping track of a child's progress through the program
- I compiled and maintained case files that usually include information regarding client contacts, family needs assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, evaluations and forms such as family income verification documents and enrollment cards
- Additional administrative responsibilities, such as emergency phone coverage for their program's office, as necessary
- I was also tasked in engaging the local community by providing outreach services
- I was involved in recruiting and enrolling children in the Head Start program
- I would meet with individuals and families in the community to educate them about Head Start services, contact community services organizations, such as churches, youth centers and social services agencies, to provide referral information, and help prospective candidates fill out enrollment forms and other required paperwork.
- Improved family dynamics through mediation and conflict resolution techniques during home visits and meetings.
- Acted as a liaison between clients and healthcare providers, facilitating communication and coordination of care to optimize overall treatment outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices within the field of social work, enhancing service delivery quality.
- Developed tailored treatment plans for clients with diverse mental health diagnoses, contributing to their overall recovery process.
Education
Master of Criminal Justice -
Grambling State University
Grambling, LACurrent
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
Grambling State University
December 2018
Skills
- Active Listening
- Empathy
- Organization
- Critical Thinking
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Time Management
- Building Rapport
Timeline
Teacher
Franklin Parish School Winnsboro Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Social Worker
Building Bridges Learning Center
01.2019 - 08.2022
Social Worker, Intern/ Pine Belt Head Start
Head Start
08.2018 - 12.2018
Master of Criminal Justice -
Grambling State University
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
Grambling State University
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