Ngozi Bianca Igwe
Rahway,NJ
Summary
Passionate about working with youth and adult learners. Strong commitment to enhancing and supporting education.
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Demonstrated ability to deliver one-on-one service focused on learning and skills development. Foster positive learning environment by encouraging students to develop individual skills.
Specializing in 1:1 instruction, team collaboration and relations with students, parents, and support staff. Client-focused mental health facilitator with 10 months of experience in therapeutic services.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
High School And Elementary Students
08.2017 - 04.2023
- Assessed students' progress throughout tutoring sessions and adjusted instructional methods and content focus
- Created special handouts, study guides, and enrichment materials to boost student knowledge
- Prepared lesson plans to meet goals identified in students' individualized study plans
- Educated students on study tips and exam strategies
- Maintained notes on student progress
- Stressed importance of good study habits and developed homework schedules, encouraging students to create personalized study plans
- Drilled students on different subjects and used flashcards and writing techniques to improve recall
- Provided appropriate learning materials for students
- Worked with students in home environments and libraries to provide educational support.
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platforms and other delivery channels.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses
Therapist Intern
Grace Abounds
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Supervised 31 court-mandated visitations for families
- Collaborated with supervisor, therapists, and social workers in evaluation and development of clients' treatment plans
- Collaborated with 15 minor clients, their families, and their caseworkers to develop individualized treatment plans with attainable and measurable goals
- Provided crisis intervention to 5 clients during times of urgent need.
- Attended continued education sessions to maintain professional standards and stay up-to-date with new developments.
- Addressed cultural and diversity issues to provide clients with culturally responsive care.
- Introduced meditation and breathing techniques to patients and families.
- Raised awareness about mental health issues and reduce stigma through psycho-education.
- Conducted parenting training and consultation to help parents better understand their children's emotional, mental, and physical needs
- Helped parents improve their relationships with their children and reduce problem behaviors in adolescents
- Facilitated co-parenting sessions for separated parents
- Helped parents establish ways to cooperate and communicate in healthy and mature manners
- Conducted phone intakes
- Proofread licensed clinicians' reports and sent them to their clients' caseworkers
- Conducted batterer intervention sessions for 10 clients who were victims or perpetrators
- Completed report writing
- Conducted anger management classes
- Taught clients ways to identify and respond to their anger in an appropriate manner that kept themselves and others safe
- Coordinated and facilitated group supervision.
- Counseled clients on concerns such as unsatisfactory relationships, divorce, separation, and financial difficulties.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
Volunteer
Oasis Christian Centre Church
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve all program needs
- Greeted visitors and answered questions about program, requirements, and opportunities
- Served as positive adult role model for older youth through appropriate dress, speech, and attitude
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others
Babysitter
Family Friends And Neighbors
07.2016 - 11.2019
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology, Child/Adolescent Psychology
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
05.2019
Skills
- Progress Reports and Check-Ins
- Organization and Planning Skills
- Student Evaluation and Needs Assessment
- Case documentation
- Treatment planning
- Building rapport
- Facilitating counseling sessions
- Microsoft Office: Word, excel, PowerPoint, etc
- Photoshop
- Social media
- SPSS
- Crisis Intervention
- Public Speaking Abilities
- Team Leadership
- Solution-Focused Counseling
Timeline
Therapist Intern
Grace Abounds
07.2021 - 05.2022
Volunteer
Oasis Christian Centre Church
05.2019 - 01.2020
Tutor
High School And Elementary Students
08.2017 - 04.2023
Babysitter
Family Friends And Neighbors
07.2016 - 11.2019
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology, Child/Adolescent Psychology
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
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