REBECCA KAYE
RIDGEWOOD,NJ
Summary
Dedicated social work student who has demonstrated academic excellence. Participated in diverse field experience in preparation to pursue a master’s degree in social work. Eager to enhance competencies in the school environment and mental health services, with an emphasis on supporting student well-being, removing barriers to learning, and promoting healthy development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Practicum Placement, 600 Hours
ACLA Library Fellowship
08.2025 - Current
- Provided a welcoming, confidential office space for patrons seeking support, resources, and personalized guidance.
- Assisted diverse community members, including non-English-speaking patrons, with navigating services and communicating with organizations.
- Built meaningful relationships with community members while connecting them to essential local resources and services.
Permanent Substitute
Yeshivat Noam
12.2023 - Current
- Delivered engaging lessons across the entire curriculum to grades 3 and 4, while ensuring a consistent learning environment during teacher absences.
- Used positive classroom management techniques to ensure good student interaction in classroom of up to 24 students.
- Adapted provided lesson plans to students’ unique learning needs.
- Formed meaningful relationships with students and ancillary school staff.
Conflict and Behavioral Camp Manager
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported children facing bullying, suicidal thoughts, and abuse, providing a safe, judgment free space for them to talk openly in a calm professional manner.
- Built strong, trusting relationships so kids felt comfortable confiding in me when they had no one else to turn to.
- Fulfilled all mandatory reporter responsibilities, understanding the importance of reporting disclosures of harm to protect campers.
- Worked with camp staff and professionals to address concerns, and created a supportive, inclusive environment.
Small Business Owner
08.2024 - Current
- Developed and executed digital marketing strategies.
- Manage product inventory, coordinated scheduling and client communication.
Independent Childcare Provider
01.2014 - Current
- Cared for children ranging from 6 months to 14 years.
- Provided high-quality child care for multiple families, earning positive feedback for patience and creativity.
- Facilitated age-appropriate activities for both mental and physical stimulation.
Education
Bachelors - Social Work, Minor in Secondary Education
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA04.2026
High School Diploma -
Ridgewood High School
Ridgewood, NJ06-2022
Skills
- Mandatory reporter training
- Meticulous organizational skills
- Familiar with IEP/504 plans
- Resource navigation
- High emotional intelligence
- Effective listener
Timeline
Practicum Placement, 600 Hours
ACLA Library Fellowship
08.2025 - Current
Conflict and Behavioral Camp Manager
06.2025 - 08.2025
Small Business Owner
08.2024 - Current
Permanent Substitute
Yeshivat Noam
12.2023 - Current
Independent Childcare Provider
01.2014 - Current
Bachelors - Social Work, Minor in Secondary Education
University of Pittsburgh
High School Diploma -
Ridgewood High School