Margaret Clark
Caseyville,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in child development. Companionate home visitor ensuring high-quality service delivery. Skilled in collaborative teamwork and effective organization, empowering families through tailored developmental strategies and fostering early literacy engagement. Experienced with supporting and guiding families to enhance their well-being. Utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and address diverse needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Visitor
Brightpoint
08.2018 - Current
- Mentored new Home Visitors to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality services across the program.
Parent Educator
Early Connections Prevention Initiative Progam
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided bi-weekly Home Visits to families and children birth to 3 years old
- Administered hearing, vision, and developmental screenings (ASQ's) to ensure early identification of potential concerns and timely referrals for further evaluations.
- Promoted early literacy development by implementing engaging reading activities and providing educational materials for families to use at home.
- Supported childcare staff with developmental concerns for their students.
- Collaborated with immediate supervisor, Childcare staff, parents, Early Intervention teams, and local school districts through regular meetings to update progress and support smooth transitions for children and families.
- Utilized Baby Talk curriculum to guide visits and parent-child interactions
- Created and distributed monthly newsletters to families, featuring upcoming events, developmental tips, and local community resources
- Facilitated monthly literacy groups, play groups, and parent education nights for families enrolled in the PI program, fostering early learning, family engagement, and community connection
Case Manager
Riverbend HeadStart Family Services
02.2016 - 05.2017
- Strengthened families by conducting weekly home visits, addressing concerns, and connecting them with appropriate community resources.
- Supported families with a focus on skill development and guiding children through nurturing parenting.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices, research findings, and emerging trends in the field of parent education.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of child development principles and suggested alternative parenting methods to suit individual family needs.
- Utilized knowledge of evidence-based programs to inform parents and assist in goal-setting.
- Completed PAT training for young children birth to 5 years
- Supported parents in establishing routines, setting boundaries, and promoting positive discipline strategies for a harmonious family environment
- Planned and facilitated Learn & Play Groups focused on enhancing parent child interaction and promoting social development through engaging, developmentally appropriate activities
Developmental Therapist
Self Employed
12.2005 - 02.2016
- Conduct initial global developmental assessment for children ages birth to 3 years old presenting concerns for developmental delays, identifying early intervention needs, and facilitating appropriate referrals
- Maintained accurate client records, documenting and progress toward goals.
- Worked collaboratively on multidisciplinary team.
- Developed and implemented Individual education plans (IFSP) to determine eligibility into the EI program
- Integrated therapy strategies into daily routines within the home environment, empowering families to support developmental progress through practical, everyday activities
- Experienced in working with children diagnosed with ASD, Sensory Integration Disorder, Downs Syndrome, and expressive and receptive language delays
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL12-1992
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05-1999
Skills
- Experience in child development
- Networking within communities
- Skilled in maintaining personal boundaries
- Comprehensive child assessments
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective organizational skills
- Skilled in using data entry tools
Timeline
Home Visitor
Brightpoint
08.2018 - Current
Parent Educator
Early Connections Prevention Initiative Progam
05.2017 - 08.2018
Case Manager
Riverbend HeadStart Family Services
02.2016 - 05.2017
Developmental Therapist
Self Employed
12.2005 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
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