Nora A. Flores
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Dynamic Early Intervention Specialist with a proven track record at Community Action Corporation of South Texas, skilled in play-based therapy and fostering family engagement. Expert in child development, I effectively implemented individualized strategies, enhancing developmental outcomes for children while ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong communicator dedicated to empowering families and promoting inclusive practices.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Intervention Specialist
Community Action Corporation of South Texas
4444 Corona, Ste 139 Corpus Christi, Texas 78411
01.2016 - 03.2019
- Managed caseloads efficiently to maintain timely documentation and service delivery without compromising quality of care.
- Provided ongoing support to families through home visits, phone calls, and written communication, ensuring consistent progress monitoring.
- Evaluated children''s progress and adjusted interventions accordingly for continued growth and development.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for children from early intervention programs into school settings by collaborating closely with educational teams.
- Conducted regular progress monitoring to identify areas of improvement in each child''s development, leading to timely adjustments in intervention strategies.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating closely with colleagues and sharing best practices, resulting in improved service delivery across the team.
- Maintained compliance with all state and federal regulations related to early intervention services, ensuring the highest quality of care for children and families.
- Advocated for children''s needs within various settings such as schools or community programs to promote inclusion and accessibility of services.
- Established strong relationships with families, fostering trust and open communication for effective collaboration.
- Promoted family engagement in the early intervention process by providing resources, education, and guidance on supporting their child''s development at home.
- Coordinated care among multidisciplinary teams comprising therapists, educators, and medical professionals to ensure comprehensive support for each child.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes in planning interventions, leading to more effective outcomes for children served.
- Empowered parents through coaching on how to effectively implement strategies at home that would foster their child''s development.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify children''s strengths and needs, informing the creation of targeted intervention plans.
- Supported families in navigating complex systems of care by offering information on available resources and facilitating connections with appropriate providers.
- Administered, interpreted and reported student evaluations to parents and guardians.
Early Intervention Specialist
Region III Early Childhood Intervention Program
1905 Leary Lane Victoria, Texas 77901
01.2003 - 01.2017
- Established strong relationships with families, fostering trust and open communication for effective collaboration.
- Promoted family engagement in the early intervention process by providing resources, education, and guidance on supporting their child''s development at home.
- Coordinated care among multidisciplinary teams comprising therapists, educators, and medical professionals to ensure comprehensive support for each child.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes in planning interventions, leading to more effective outcomes for children served.
- Collaborated with families to develop tailored intervention plans, resulting in improved child outcomes.
- Empowered parents through coaching on how to effectively implement strategies at home that would foster their child''s development.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify children''s strengths and needs, informing the creation of targeted intervention plans.
- Enhanced child development by implementing individualized early intervention strategies and techniques.
- Supported families in navigating complex systems of care by offering information on available resources and facilitating connections with appropriate providers.
- Developed strategic approaches to foster appropriate child development.
- Assessed student achievement through data analysis and maintained appropriate documentation for school-based and individual reporting purposes.
Child Care Licensing Inspector
Child Care Health and Human Services
2306 Leary Lane Victoria, Texas 77901
01.1993 - 12.2003
- Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through meticulous attention to detail during inspections.
- Upheld codes and regulations governing materials, processes, and procedures.
- Delivered detailed reports on findings from inspections, helping stakeholders understand areas requiring attention or improvement in order to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Identified potential hazards and recommended corrective actions, ensuring a safer work environment for all employees.
- Maintained up-to-date inspection and audit records for improved reporting and analysis.
- Identified repair and upgrade requirements needed to meet safety and quality standards.
- Enhanced company safety standards by conducting thorough inspections of equipment and facilities.
- Reduced the frequency of defects by closely monitoring production processes and identifying areas for improvement.
- Effectively communicated with clients and management to ensure alignment on inspection objectives, requirements, and expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Education - Early Childhood
Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi
6300 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 7841205-1987
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Specialist
Del Mar College
101 Baldwin Blvd, Corpus Christi, Texas 7840405-1985
Skills
- Play-based therapy
- Developmental disabilities awareness
- Sensory integration techniques
- Multicultural competence
- Child development expertise
- Motor skills development
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Early Intervention Specialist
Community Action Corporation of South Texas
01.2016 - 03.2019
Early Intervention Specialist
Region III Early Childhood Intervention Program
01.2003 - 01.2017
Child Care Licensing Inspector
Child Care Health and Human Services
01.1993 - 12.2003
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Education - Early Childhood
Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Specialist
Del Mar College