Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Intervention Service Coordinator
Butler County Educational Service Center
Hamilton, OH
08.2004 - 12.2023
Created reports summarizing evaluation results for use by treatment teams and funding sources.
Supported transition planning activities as children move out of Early Intervention into preschool.
Maintained accurate records of all contacts with children and families served within the program.
Provided technical assistance to team members regarding implementation of Individual Family Service Plans.
Advised families about available resources in their local communities which may be beneficial for their child's development needs .
Facilitated communication between families and team members regarding the IFSP process.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings discussing assessment results, goals and objectives set forth in an IFSP plan and strategies used by providers working with a particular family and child.
Collaborated with other professionals, including physicians, psychologists, speech therapists, teachers and social workers to ensure that appropriate interventions were provided.
Monitored progress of children's development using assessments and evaluations.
Developed individualized family service plans for families with infants and toddlers.
Educated parents and caregivers on strategies they can use at home to promote positive behavior changes in their child.
Identified additional supports needed from outside sources when necessary.
Provided guidance to families on how to access community resources, such as health care services, early childhood education, and other social services.
Food Service Assistant
Miami University
Oxford, OH
08.2002 - 08.2004
Bagged take-out orders for customers while ensuring accuracy of order.
Prepared salads and cold foods such as sandwiches or wraps.
Assisted in the preparation of food items according to recipes and menus.
Kept records of inventory levels for ordering purposes.
Stocked shelves with merchandise in an organized manner.
Operated dishwashers to wash dishes and other cooking utensils.
Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in work areas, including floors, equipment, utensils, dishes, and refrigerators.
Monitored buffet lines during meals to replenish food items as needed.
Operated cash registers efficiently to process payments from customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
05-1980
Skills
Resource Identification
Child development knowledge
Family Support
Service Coordination
Assessment skills
Policy understanding
Affiliations
Member of St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church
Past Advisor of the OSU Extension, Butler County 4-H Program - 22 years of experience
Current member of Altrusa International, Hamilton, OH Club
Active Grandparent with my husband as we raise our 6 year old Edgewood City School District 1st Grader
Timeline
Early Intervention Service Coordinator
Butler County Educational Service Center
08.2004 - 12.2023
Food Service Assistant
Miami University
08.2002 - 08.2004
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Purdue University
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