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Shaina Friedman

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Dedicated Tutor working to help students develop and maintain goal-oriented study habits for consistent academic success. Equally skilled at one-on-one and group lessons using adaptable teaching strategies for different types of learners. Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction for flexibility and multimedia integration to maximize lesson engagement.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Tutor

Tutorax
04.2023 - Current
  • Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
  • Assisted 40 students in English Comprehension and Writing to improve grades.
  • Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
  • Taught students remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channels.
  • Maintained tutoring records to adjust instruction and update parents on student progress.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop appropriate tutoring lessons.
  • Responded to email and telephone requests to provide students with specific information.
  • Leveraged technology to accelerate learning by proving students with easy-to-access information.
  • Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Supported diverse student population through different teaching styles to cover multiple learning styles.
  • Provided verbal and written constructive criticism and positive feedback to students.
  • Abided by conduct and academic policies established by school district.
  • Maintained confidentiality when working with students' personal information and grades.
  • Moderated online discussion forums to maintain safe, engaging subject discussion.
  • Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
  • Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.

Resume Writer

Freelance
05.2019 - 04.2023
  • Conducting interviews with clients to gather information about their work experience, education, skills, and other qualifications to create a targeted resume that best highlights their qualifications.
  • Reviewing job descriptions and other documents provided by employers to ensure the resume is tailored to each position.
  • Providing career counseling to clients about their job search strategies, including how to network effectively and how to apply for positions online.
  • Drafting letters of recommendation for clients who are applying to graduate schools or seeking other professional opportunities
  • Edited work from first draft through final proofs to achieve clarity, style and organizational goals.
  • Developed and published professional resumes, cover letters and online profiles
  • Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to generate topics.

Substance Abuse Counselor

New Season Treatment Center
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Conducted one-on-one counseling to a caseload of 100 + at-risk individuals to help develop and follow through on plans to end harmful dependencies.
  • Assisted clients in attaining improved physical and emotional health by applying a range of clinical interventions and achieved a 59% success rate in helping clients complete their treatment plans
  • Monitored clients social adjustment to the community through both individual and group settings and maintained positive relationships with families to ensure optimal recovery
  • Developed and facilitated treatment plans for clients suffering from substance abuse and addiction, established recovery goals based on individual needs and monitored progress
  • Evaluated patient needs, identified optimal services, and followed-up to verify positive results.
  • Developed goal-oriented psycho educational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
  • Certification completion and ongoing training for various mental health related
  • Completed documentation regarding patient care, treatment, and incidents clearly, concisely, and on-time.
  • Maintained specific and comprehensive substance abuse treatment case file for every program participant.
  • Referred patients to community resources to assist in recovery from mental or physical illness and to provide access to services.
  • Created patient-specific treatment plans based on sound research and their personal histories.
  • Intervened in emergencies to de-escalate situations and advocate for clients' needs.
  • Conferred with interdisciplinary team to discuss cases and improve treatment strategies.
  • Continuously evaluated each client's progress against their treatment goals and adjusted plans to achieve targets.
  • Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
  • Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
  • Used knowledge of different treatment modalities to provide clients with individualized options for successful outcomes.
  • Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
  • Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
  • Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
  • Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
  • Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
  • Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
  • Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
  • Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.

Neuropsychiatric Technician

Golden Victory Medical
05.2021 - 10.2021
  • Provide comprehensive neuropsychological testing for patients with neurological, psychiatric, and cognitive deficits at a private clinic.
  • Implementation of detailed clinical reports using data collected from neuropsychological tests, self-reports, rating scales, direct observations and one-on-one, family interviews, and any other third-party members part of patients' support system.
  • Evaluation assessments conducted included measuring academic ability, sensorimotor function, language, and memory.
  • Collected, documented, and reviewed patient medical histories and relayed important factors to team members to collaborate on patient treatment plans.
  • Monitored psychological and neuropsychological patient assessments while maintaining trust and rapport with patients.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Applied critical thinking and research to address complex issues.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
  • Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records
  • Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians
  • Evaluated patient histories and medical records for accuracy and completeness.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care plans and implement continuity of care.
  • Interacted with clients to assist in gaining insight, defining goals and planning action to achieve effective personal development and adjustment.
  • Identified psychological, emotional or behavioral issues and diagnosed disorders using information obtained from evaluation techniques.
  • Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
  • Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.

Student Tutor

Jacksonville University
01.2016 - 04.2019
  • Provided lessons to university students in English grammar and mechanics, academic writing conventions, styles and structures of various forms of essays (humanities, social sciences, natural sciences)
  • Guiding students in the appropriate direction for effectively writing a college research paper
  • Worked with non-native English speakers on principles of written English communications
  • Supported skills development by assessing learning styles and providing diversified instructional techniques
  • Helped to develop successful educational improvement plans to meet the needs of individual students.
  • Coached and mentored less-experienced tutors to observe and measure outcomes
  • Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement
  • Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help
  • Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas
  • Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks
  • Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL
04.2017

Skills

  • Mental & Behavioral Health
  • Verbal & written communication
  • Analytical & Critical thinking
  • Tutoring
  • Organization
  • Student Reporting
  • Creating Customized Learning Plans
  • Individual and Small Group Instruction
  • Test Preparation
  • Computer Proficiency and Microsoft Office
  • Child Development
  • Problem-Solving Skills

Timeline

Tutor

Tutorax
04.2023 - Current

Substance Abuse Counselor

New Season Treatment Center
01.2022 - 12.2022

Neuropsychiatric Technician

Golden Victory Medical
05.2021 - 10.2021

Resume Writer

Freelance
05.2019 - 04.2023

Student Tutor

Jacksonville University
01.2016 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Jacksonville University

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