A professional with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology and experience supporting children and families through school based services, foster care, and community resources. Skilled in family engagement, crisis support, case documentation, resource coordination and collaboration.
Work History
School Success Liaison
3 Years 1 Month
NEMCSA | 09.2023 - Current
Servicing a caseload of students and their families to connect barriers between home and school.
Managed school-wide attendance improvement through truancy reduction initiatives.
Improved individualized student success through academic, crisis, behavior and attendance concerns.
Gathering resources within the community to support families.
School Age Lead Teacher
4 Months
Kiddie Academy | 04.2023 - 08.2023
Taught students life skills through critical thinking, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
Communicated daily updates with parents regarding progress, behavior, and classroom concerns
Developed and implemented classroom strategies to maintain a classroom structure through learning materials and organized spaces.
Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
Occupational Therapy Intern
4 Months
Eagle Village | 01.2023 - 05.2023
Assisted with treatment plan implementation for youth in residential care settings.
Worked closely with children going through foster care and adoption.
Adapted therapeutic tasks to match client abilities and engagement levels..
Observed testing to assess limits of function and personal capabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Ferris State University | Big Rapids, MI | 05-2023
Created and implemented philanthropy events for breast cancer through Zeta Tau Alpha.
Community School Liaison/Program Designer at Saskatchewan Rivers Public School DivisionCommunity School Liaison/Program Designer at Saskatchewan Rivers Public School Division