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SAGINA MAIGNAN

New Haven

Summary

Dedicated educator and advocate with a robust background in STEM integration, crisis intervention, and community resource coordination. Proven expertise in enhancing student literacy, supporting vulnerable populations, and fostering both educational and emotional development. Adept in classroom management, case management, and collaborative team environments, with a strong aptitude for problem-solving and program efficiency. Committed to empowering individuals through education, advocacy, and strategic resource connections.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Domestic Violence Shelter Advocate

BHcare
08.2024 - Current
  • Conduct client intakes and orientation sessions, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and maintaining accurate records.
  • Assist clients in developing safety plans tailored to their specific situations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including law enforcement, healthcare providers, and mental health services, to meet client needs effectively.
  • Develop and monitor individualized client service plans, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with goals.
  • Oversee hotline operations, delivering prompt problem resolution and maintaining professional communication standards.
  • Train new shelter staff on intake procedures, safety protocols, and client support strategies to ensure consistent service delivery.

Reading Interventionist

Read School / Kelly Services
08.2023 - 06.2025
  • Deliver personalized reading and language arts interventions to enhance student literacy skills.
  • Develop and implement Individual Education Programs (IEPs), aligning with educational standards and documenting progress within the PowerSchool system.
  • Conduct student assessments using Amplify, analyzing key performance indicators to monitor and report on student development.
  • Collaborate with educators to refine assessment strategies and facilitate team coordination using Microsoft Teams and Google Workspace.
  • Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
  • Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues.

Supportive Housing Case Manager

BHcare
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • Completed intake and client assessments, evaluating clients for program admission.
  • Coordinated and monitored leasing processes and state inspections.
  • Provided home and community-based case management services addressing housing, employment, and health needs.
  • Conducted monthly housing inspections and maintained relationships with landlords and housing providers.
  • Summer Job

Homeless Crisis Specialist

Youth Continuum
07.2022 - 07.2024
  • Oversaw program operations and administrative duties to achieve project objectives timely.
  • Conducted case management, performed impact assessments, and provided crisis intervention, meticulously documenting progress.
  • Managed inventory and supplies, ensuring material availability.
  • Trained new employees on intake processes, HMIS data entry, and crisis response protocols to maintain high service standards.
  • Facilitated referrals to housing programs, shelters, and social services.

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Goddard School
12.2019 - 07.2022
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors, and specialists.
  • Taught social etiquette and proper manners, maintaining a positive classroom environment.
  • Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth, developing lesson plans based on state standards.

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Alliance For Community Empowerment, Inc.
08.2015 - 12.2019
  • Created and implemented lesson plans aligning with state standards, fostering social, emotional, and cognitive development.
  • Assessed students’ progress through formal and informal assessments, providing feedback during parent-teacher conferences.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to develop and implement IEPs for students with special needs.
  • Organized classroom activities promoting language, motor, and emotional skills.

Education

Masters of Education - Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education

Grand Canyon University
06.2027

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT
01.2016

Associate of Science - Human Services

Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT
01.2013

Skills

  • Educational Expertise: Student Engagement, STEM Integration, Classroom Management, IEP Progress Tracking, Lesson Planning, Learning Strategies
  • Advocacy & Support: Crisis Intervention, Safety Planning, Victim Advocacy, Homeless Outreach, Shelter Arrangements, Mental Health Awareness, Suicide Risk Assessment, LAP assessments,Shelter Hotline, Conflict Resolution, Behavioral and mental disorders
  • Administrative Skills: Eligibility Intakes/Assessment, Documentation & Reporting, Multitasking & Organization, Goal Setting, Case Management, Training, Operations management, Compliance, Site safety,
  • Technical Proficiency: PowerSchool, Amplify, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, HMIS
  • Certifications: CPR & AED (Valid through 09/2026), HIPAA Compliance, Domestic Violence Specialist,

Certification

  • CPR & AED Certification – American Heart Association (Valid through September 2026)
  • Domestic Violence Service Provider - Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services
  • Heartsaver First Aid - American heart Association (Valid 09/27)

Timeline

Domestic Violence Shelter Advocate

BHcare
08.2024 - Current

Supportive Housing Case Manager

BHcare
07.2024 - 09.2024

Reading Interventionist

Read School / Kelly Services
08.2023 - 06.2025

Homeless Crisis Specialist

Youth Continuum
07.2022 - 07.2024

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Goddard School
12.2019 - 07.2022

Lead Pre-K Teacher

Alliance For Community Empowerment, Inc.
08.2015 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

University of Bridgeport

Associate of Science - Human Services

Norwalk Community College

Masters of Education - Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education

Grand Canyon University

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