Patricia Parsons
Keyser,WV
Summary
Adept Transition Coordinator/Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Sheppard Pratt Health System, adept in transition planning and effective communication. Demonstrated success in developing comprehensive plans, leveraging community resources, and enhancing student readiness for post-secondary pursuits. Excels in multitasking and providing emotional support, showcasing a professional demeanor and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transition Coordinator/Special Education Teacher
Sheppard Pratt Health System, Residential Treatment Center
Cumberland, MD
05.2015 - Current
- Maintained records of all transitioning students including assessments, evaluations, progress notes.
- Collaborated with individuals, families, and professionals to develop comprehensive transition plans that included long-term goals and objectives.
- Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders involved in the transition process.
- Advised transitioning students on how to apply for jobs or pursue higher education after high school graduation.
- Identified key sources of information that could be helpful to patients, families, and other individuals.
- Provided emotional support to transitioning students who may be experiencing anxiety or stress due to the change in environment.
- Identified appropriate community resources for transitioning students such as job training programs or vocational rehabilitation services.
- Performed assessments to determine individual limitations and strengths.
- Reached out to contacts to find the services that would be helpful to patients.
- Researched available financial aid opportunities for post-secondary education or employment training programs.
Residential House Manager
Sycamore Run LLC
Fort Ashby, WV
02.2008 - 03.2014
- Arranged transportation services for tenants when necessary.
- Managed scheduling of staff and contractors, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Provided support to tenants during their stay in the residential house.
Direct Support Professional
Developmental Center & Workshop, Inc.
Keyser, WV
05.2007 - 02.2008
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
Direct Support Caregiver
Ray of Hope Christian Academy
Cumberland, Maryland
06.2004 - 12.2006
- Participated in recreational activities with clients to enhance their quality of life.
- Ensured that client's physical and emotional health needs were met.
- Assisted clients in completing activities of daily living.
- Assisted in developing leisure time activities for the individuals served.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching Education
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Baltimore, MD12-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Regents Bachelor-Human Services
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05-2015
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD06-1999
Skills
- Transition planning
- Creating IEPs for individual students
- Community resources
- Active listening
- Reliability
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Decision-making
- Time management abilities
- Professional demeanor
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Conflict resolution
- Support clients
- Needs assessment
- Goal setting
- Problem-solving abilities
- Developmental Disability Awareness
- Interpersonal skills
- Community outreach
- Effective communication
Certification
- Maryland Department of Education Teaching Certificate
Timeline
Transition Coordinator/Special Education Teacher
Sheppard Pratt Health System, Residential Treatment Center
05.2015 - Current
Residential House Manager
Sycamore Run LLC
02.2008 - 03.2014
Direct Support Professional
Developmental Center & Workshop, Inc.
05.2007 - 02.2008
Direct Support Caregiver
Ray of Hope Christian Academy
06.2004 - 12.2006
- Maryland Department of Education Teaching Certificate
Master of Arts - Teaching Education
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Bachelor of Arts - Regents Bachelor-Human Services
West Virginia University
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Allegany College of Maryland
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