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Solangie Melo

Providence,RI

Summary

Dynamic professional with a strong background in child development assessment and community outreach, honed at Providence School Department. Bilingual in Spanish, I excel in effective communication and parent engagement, fostering supportive networks for families. Committed to enhancing children's well-being, I leverage my organizational skills to ensure comprehensive documentation and resource provision.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Child Outreach Screener

Providence school dept.
Providence, USA
03.2022 - Current
  • Screen children between the ages of three and five in the areas of vision, hearing, speech and language, social and emotional development, and general development.
  • Use Kidsnet, which is a Rhode Island confidential database, to enter a child's health and development information.
  • Provide information to parents about their child's development, and resources that their child might need.
  • Provide information and guidance to parents to help enroll child in schols.
  • Maintained a professional demeanor when communicating with potential participants via phone or email.
  • Organized paperwork according to established protocols and guidelines.
  • Attended staff meetings, trainings and workshops as required.

Intern

DCYF
Cranston, USA
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Acted as a liaison between probationers, their families, and community resources to encourage a supportive network.
  • Reviewed legal documents, including pre-sentence reports, to ensure comprehensive understanding of each case.
  • Attended court hearings to observe and provide reports on the progress of probationers.
  • Supported youth at the Rhode Island training school with any need or support
  • Participated in training sessions related to juvenile justice system procedures, best practices, and current laws.
  • Assessed individual needs of youth placed under supervision by the department.
  • Counseled juveniles on day-to-day life decisions.
  • Conducted risk assessments to evaluate potential threats to community safety.
  • Conducted initial interviews with probationers to assess risk levels and establish supervision plans.
  • Participated in probable cause and revocation hearings to stay informed of relevant legal processes.
  • Helped many families by translating from Spanish to English to understand their child's case, plan, and goals.

Lead Teacher/Trainer

New Era Enrichment Academy
Johnston, USA
11.2016 - 03.2022
  • Observed children to record development.
  • Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
  • Trained new hires
  • Developed lesson plans that were age appropriate and met the needs of each individual child.
  • Managed classroom supplies inventory accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Participated in parent teacher conferences throughout the year.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Organized daily activities such as arts and crafts, music and movement, outdoor play, story time and educational activities.
  • Assisted with meal times by helping children serve themselves and encouraging healthy eating habits.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Encouraged social interaction among the children through games and activities.

Sales associate

Walmart
Cranston, USA
04.2014 - 11.2016
  • Provided member service by acknowledging the member and identifying member needs;
  • Providing guidance and support to members regarding self-service technology;
  • Assisting members with purchasing decisions;
  • Locating merchandise;
  • Resolving member issues and concerns;
  • And promoting the company's products and services

Senior Care Assistant

Senior Home Sharing
Santo Domingo, Santo Domingo
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Reported any changes in resident's condition or behavior to supervisor and and or physician.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Encouraged socialization among residents through participation in group activities.
  • Preserved patient dignity and rights and demonstrated sensitivity to cultural diversity.
  • Answered call bells promptly when summoned by a resident or family member.

Education

Bachelor - Social Work

Rhode Island College
Providence, RI
05.2022

Child Development Associate -

CCRI
Providence, RI
12.2020

Associate of Arts - General Studies

CCRI
Providence, RI
05.2020

Skills

  • Kidsnet data entry
  • Child development assessment
  • Community outreach
  • Documentation management
  • Team collaboration
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Cross-cultural sensitivity
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Record keeping
  • Effective communication
  • Parent engagement
  • Organizational skills
  • Bilingual Spanish

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Child Development Associate

Timeline

Child Outreach Screener

Providence school dept.
03.2022 - Current

Intern

DCYF
09.2021 - 05.2022

Lead Teacher/Trainer

New Era Enrichment Academy
11.2016 - 03.2022

Senior Care Assistant

Senior Home Sharing
01.2015 - 01.2016

Sales associate

Walmart
04.2014 - 11.2016

Bachelor - Social Work

Rhode Island College

Child Development Associate -

CCRI

Associate of Arts - General Studies

CCRI

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