Tom York, Jr.
San Antonio
Summary
Accomplished professional devoted to students' needs. Focused on helping students manage and overcome personal, social, and behavioral problems negatively impacting wellbeing or academic success. Goes above and beyond to enhance student experiences and help each reach full potential.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Recovery Support Peer Specialist
Rise Recovery
San Antonio
08.2024 - Current
- Educated clients on coping strategies and stress management techniques.
- Educated families about substance abuse impacts and recovery processes.
- Led community outreach programs to raise awareness about addiction resources available.
- Established trusting relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic responses.
- Attended continuing education trainings related to peer specialist best practices.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions for clients with substance use disorders.
Elementary School Teacher
Northside Independent School District
San Antonio
08.1998 - 05.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state educational standards.
- Facilitated classroom activities to enhance student collaboration and participation.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student understanding and track progress.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and behavior.
- Adapted teaching methods to address diverse learning styles and needs.
- Created a positive classroom environment through established rules and procedures.
- Managed challenging behaviors using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Fostered a safe, nurturing environment built on trust and respect.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education Certification
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NYBachelor of Arts - Radio And Television Broadcasting
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY05-1994
Skills
- Substance abuse education
- Community outreach
- Individual counseling
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
- Cultural competency
- Boundary setting
- Peer support techniques
- Interpersonal relationships
- Peer mentoring
- Role modeling
- Inclusivity
- Public speaking
- Class schedule preparation
- Student progress assessment
- Student ability evaluation
- Student advocacy
- Time management abilities
- Student support
- Attention to detail
- Student counseling
- IEP and special education
- Diverse student populations
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Recovery Support Peer Specialist
Rise Recovery
08.2024 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Northside Independent School District
08.1998 - 05.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education Certification
SUNY Buffalo State
Bachelor of Arts - Radio And Television Broadcasting
SUNY Buffalo State
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