Saint Ambrose University Social Work graduate. I have my BSW and a Minor in Criminal Justice. I have 2 years of social work experience and 6+ years of childcare experience. Skilled in clerical work. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Teacher
The Early Years Academy
Morrison, IL
03.2023 - Current
Developed age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive and social skills.
Fostered a safe and nurturing environment, promoting emotional well-being and positive behavior among children.
Implemented daily activities that encouraged creativity and physical development through play-based learning.
Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress, addressing concerns and providing developmental strategies.
Ran thorough quarterly assessments on all children in the class to ensure goals and milestones are being met and had clear communication on outcome of all assessments with the parents.
Worked and collaborated with other staff to ensure I am meeting standards in my class.
Obeyed all state standards and requirements in the class.
Behavioral Health Liaison
Community Health Care
Davenport, IA
10.2022 - 03.2023
Tasked to making flyers brochures, and monthly newsletters
Competent on teaching and execution of Conscious Discipline and Social Emotional Learning
Gave detailed lessons to grades K-1 on the use of safe centers in their classrooms.
Competent in trauma sensitive care
Very detailed in all documentation of any client/patient contact and communication.
Experience in setting up and executing teacher workshops in selfcare, burnout, time management, etc.
Competent with the NextGen patient portal
Competent with Excel & Word
Detailed use of Canva
Child Care Provider
YWCA Childcare Center
Clinton, IA
05.2019 - 09.2022
Gained experience working with low-income families and families that receive DHS assistance
I plan, organize, and implement activities throughout the week for our children to do
I have obtained skills in providing instruction to children
I have obtained a large scale of patience while working with children who have emotional and physical disabilities
I have gained a large amount of knowledge in the care of infants, toddlers, and special needs children
I have gained much empathy while witnessing family situations at the child care center
I provide extra comfort, love, and security for the children whenever it is needed
I have gained relationship-building skills while working closely with children and their parents.
Social Work Intern
The Center for Youth and Family Solutions
08.2021 - 05.2022
Gained interpersonal skills in connecting with clients of all ages as I was involved in many appointments
with individuals of all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds
Gained organizational skills as I was responsible for completing paperwork, filing, and scanning client
files
I have obtained skills in documentation and was responsible for helping with case-notes
Responsible for using trauma-informed care when working with all of the clients that I interacted with
I learned several techniques and activities to use when offering behavioral intervention services
I am competent in how to effectively communicate with parents and children in high-stress situations.
Education
Mandatory - undefined
Reporter
Bachelor's degree - Social Work, Criminal Justice
St Ambrose University
Davenport, IA
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St. Ambrose University
Davenport, IA
Certifications and Licenses
CPR & First Aid - Management
Skills
IT skills
Management Experience
Behavioral health expertise
Dependable punctuality
Adaptable to change
Documentation and Record Keeping
Confidentiality
Autism Experience
Experience with special needs
Experience with Children
CRP Certified
Task prioritization
Timeline
Daycare Teacher
The Early Years Academy
03.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Liaison
Community Health Care
10.2022 - 03.2023
Social Work Intern
The Center for Youth and Family Solutions
08.2021 - 05.2022
Child Care Provider
YWCA Childcare Center
05.2019 - 09.2022
Mandatory - undefined
Bachelor's degree - Social Work, Criminal Justice
St Ambrose University
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St. Ambrose University
Certifications and Licenses
CPR & First Aid - Management