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Patricia Spann

Cranston,RI

Summary

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Connecting Children and Families, adept at home visiting and curriculum development. Proven ability to foster partnerships and enhance resources, while effectively guiding families through challenges. Strong communicator with a commitment to nurturing parenting and critical thinking skills in diverse educational settings.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Parent Educator

Connecting Children and Families
04.2015 - 03.2024
  • Established strong partnerships with community organizations such as schools, healthcare providers, social service agencies, and cultural institutions to enhance resources available for clients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessment results, and service referrals to ensure continuity of care across providers.
  • Strengthened families by conducting home visits, addressing concerns, and connecting them with appropriate community resources.
  • Educated clients on parents roles with focus on skill development and guiding children through nurturing parenting.

Lecturer

Community College of Rhode Island
04.2007 - 01.2022
  • Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
  • Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.

Advisor

Bristol Community College
04.2009 - 04.2015

Advised students in their educational plans for college.

  • Conducted academic advisement services for students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.

Recruiter/ Support Family Worker

Alliance
01.2011 - 02.2013
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
  • Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.

Skills

  • Home visiting
  • Curriculum evaluation
  • Teaching strategies
  • Curriculum development

Timeline

Parent Educator

Connecting Children and Families
04.2015 - 03.2024

Recruiter/ Support Family Worker

Alliance
01.2011 - 02.2013

Advisor

Bristol Community College
04.2009 - 04.2015

Lecturer

Community College of Rhode Island
04.2007 - 01.2022
Patricia Spann