Sarah Ferguson
Saint James,MO
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at KVC Behavioral Healthcare, excelling in relationship building and behavior management. Proven track record in supervising teams, enhancing staff performance, and fostering a trauma-informed culture. Skilled in effective communication and complex problem-solving, dedicated to achieving client treatment goals and promoting personal growth among youth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TA Supervisor
KVC Behavioral Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
- Directly supervises a team of up to 12 direct care/ education staff in a residential treatment facility as well as assists daily management of a team of 20-25 education and support staff
- Work directly with program director to hire and train employees, create and implement both staff and client procedures and programs, collaborate with treatment teams and other departments, and see to daily operations and needs
- Assign tasks and responsibilities based on employee skill and workload
- Monitor team performance against goals and deadlines
- Provide regular feedback and coaching to employees
- Addressing performance issues and implementing corrective action
- Identify training needs and provide opportunities for skill development
- Addressing employee concerns and resolving conflicts
- Foster a trauma-informed care based culture to meet the needs of clients in our program with their treatment goals
Teacher's Assistant
Great Circle
09.2020 - 07.2023
- Assisted students with special needs in achieving academic success through individualized instruction and personalized support strategies.
- Ensured the safety of all students by adhering strictly to school policies regarding proper supervision during class times as well as extracurricular activities.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Monitored student behavior for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
Youth Care Specialist
Great Circle
07.2019 - 09.2020
- Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and interactive activities tailored to individual needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions that encouraged open dialogue, mutual support, and personal growth among participants.
- Organized recreational and cultural activities that promoted socialization, physical health, and personal growth among participating youths.
- Supported clients through behavioral challenges while teaching life, social, and regulation skills.
- Supported clients with treatment progress using trauma informed care
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Rolla Public Schools
09.2016 - 05.2019
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by ECSPED teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education
Missouri University of Science And Technology
Rolla, MOHigh School Diploma -
Waynesville High School
Waynesville, MO05-2014
Skills
- Relationship building
- Behavior management
- Classroom management
- Student safety
- Special education
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Collaborative teamwork
- Complex Problem-solving
- Effective communication
Certification
DESE Substitute Teacher Certified
Timeline
TA Supervisor
KVC Behavioral Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Great Circle
09.2020 - 07.2023
Youth Care Specialist
Great Circle
07.2019 - 09.2020
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Rolla Public Schools
09.2016 - 05.2019
No Degree - Elementary Education
Missouri University of Science And Technology
High School Diploma -
Waynesville High School
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