Leigh Adanalian Julius
MSc, Child Development
Baltic,CT
Summary
Positive, upbeat, and organized professional with knack for fostering nurturing and educational environments for young children. Brings 7 years of experience in the early childhood field. Deep understanding of early childhood development principles combined with proficiency in curriculum planning and early education management. Capable of creating impactful learning experiences that support cognitive and social growth. Active duty military spouse with professional experience working with military families.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Early Childhood Development Specialist
Self-Employed
11.2024 - Current
- Provided in-home based support of daily success and health of children of varying ages, abilities, and interests, for multiple families for children ages 3 months to 6 years.
- Developed level-appropriate lessons and activities to support skill-building needs.
- Prepared children for success in classroom settings through Montessori-based practices of encouragement and exploration of learning activities.
- Conducted educational, behavioral and well-being assessments.
- Communicated respectfully and thoughtfully with parents and guardians by remaining sensitive to different families' cultures, values and needs.
- Established positive behaviors through reinforcement.
Early Intervention Care Coordinator
Easterseals Hawaii
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Delivered advisement to assist families of neurodiverse children in obtaining services.
- Delivered advisement to families and caregivers on implementation methods for modeled interventions.
- Effectively managed caseload of over 50 children and families, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate interventions.
- Provided evidence based early intervention services to families in their homes using coaching style of interacting with families.
- Communicated with doctors and teachers regarding progress, setbacks, and future plans.
- Assessed children ages birth to 3 using variety of tools to determine eligibility for services and to identify obstacles and goals.
- Trained in use of Battelle Developmental Inventory and Developmental Assessment for Young Children.
- Participated in all IFSP and transition meetings accordingly.
- Facilitated weekly team meetings.
Case Manager
Parents And Children Together
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Voluntary Case Management Program
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized support plans.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans for over 30 clients, to address needs and goals.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to determine timely delivery of services.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
Early Intervention Care Coordinator
Waianae Coast Early Childhood Services
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Offers guidance and support to over 20 families of children with disabilities or developmental challenges working for non-profit Early Intervention Program.
- Conducts child assessments during intervention visits.
- Uses company software and databases to maintain records of Early Intervention services performed and client conditions.
- Determines need for special assessment activities for complex cases, effectively handling care plans.
- Monitors, tracks, and conveys important client information to therapists to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Supports family care excellence via planning and interpretation of programs.
Early Childhood Development Specialist (Contract)
Self Employed
09.2018 - 03.2023
- Provided in-home based support of daily success and health of children of varying ages, abilities, and interests, for multiple families across span of 5 years.
- Developed level-appropriate lessons and activities to support skill-building needs.
- Prepared children for success in classroom settings through Montessori-based practices of encouragement and exploration of learning activities.
- Conducted educational, behavioral and well-being assessments.
- Communicated respectfully and thoughtfully with parents and guardians by remaining sensitive to different families' cultures, values and needs.
- Established positive behaviors through reinforcement.
Paralegal and Claims Advocate
Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Examined reports, accounts and evidence to determine integrity and accuracy of information, for a 15 attorney Veteran's Law firm.
- Performed productively in fast-moving work environment to process large volumes of claims.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
Education
Master of Science - Child Development
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON
London, United Kingdom12-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
EASTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY
Willimantic, CT 09.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY
Boston, MA 09.2015 - 05.2017
Skills
Strong communication skills
Child development expertise
Familiarity with military families and lifestyle
Policy analysis
Training facilitation
Monitoring and evaluation
Proficient in early intervention database system and writing reports
Parent advisement
Evaluation and assessment
IFSP writing knowledge
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Volunteer and Extracirricular
- Member of Submarine Officer Spouses Association (SOSA, Pearl Harbor, HI)
- National Equestrian Competitor (2001-Present)
- Volunteer Assistant Horseback Riding Instructor (2009-2017)
- Yale Undergraduate International Policy Competition (2018)
Timeline
Early Childhood Development Specialist
Self-Employed
11.2024 - Current
Early Intervention Care Coordinator
Easterseals Hawaii
11.2023 - 09.2024
Case Manager
Parents And Children Together
07.2023 - 11.2023
Early Intervention Care Coordinator
Waianae Coast Early Childhood Services
04.2023 - 07.2023
Paralegal and Claims Advocate
Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD
12.2019 - 02.2020
Early Childhood Development Specialist (Contract)
Self Employed
09.2018 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
EASTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY
09.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY
09.2015 - 05.2017
Master of Science - Child Development
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON
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