Vanessa Hamlin
Fullerton,CA
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable educator committed to fostering a positive learning environment and enhancing student engagement. Proven ability to maintain effective classroom management while supporting diverse learning needs in the absence of the classroom teacher. Eager to contribute skills and passion for education to ensure continuity and a productive atmosphere for students. Ready to leverage experience in creating inclusive and dynamic educational experiences that inspire and motivate learners.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Fullerton School District
Fullerton, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted permanent teachers in maintaining classroom routines, ensuring a seamless transition during their absence.
- Adapted quickly to various classroom settings and grade levels by demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a strong understanding of diverse curricula.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, promoting open communication and collaboration among all stakeholders.
- Contributed to improved school performance by collaborating with fellow teachers on curriculum development and teaching strategies.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
Social Worker I/II
County of Orange/Social Services
Santa Ana, CA
07.2011 - 08.2017
- Evaluate supportive services to aged, blind, or disabled persons who are limited in their ability to care for themselves and cannot live safely at home without help. Conduct needs assessment of applicants and recipients who have a variety of social, medical and economic problems by gathering relevant data from interviews, home calls, and professional staff, and complete required reports. Refer clients to other appropriate County staff or public or private organizations and coordinate services, when appropriate. Specialized units: Confidential worker, Minor Child Task Force, and Skilled Nursing Facility
Eligibility Technician
County of Orange/Social Services
Anaheim, CA
02.2007 - 07.2011
- Determine eligibility for recipients of Medi-cal and Food Stamps. Conduct interviews in person and over the phone to elicit information on various items; enter and retrieve client data into a computerized system; make decisions related to eligibly and refer clients to county and community resources to further meet there needs.
Set –Up Coordinator
Encore Credit Corporation
Irvine, CA
08.2005 - 01.2007
- Enter home information into computer system, pull credit, and communicate with loan production team. Gather information through interviews, home calls, records and other related sources. Maintain client confidentiality.
Office Assistant
Santa Ana Unified School District
Santa Ana, CA
08.2004 - 08.2005
- Maintain good public relations with administrators, staff, students and parents. Translate student teacher conferences, answering telephones and screening call, modern office practices, procedures and equipment. Organize programs for school functions.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Human Services
Cal State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA01.2009
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts
Fullerton College
Fullerton, CA01.2007
High School Diploma - undefined
Saddleback High School
Santa Ana, CA01.2003
Skills
- Bilingual in English/Spanish
- Case Management
- Type 56 WPM
- Proven interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Disability awareness
- Documentation skills
- Client confidentiality
- Progress documentation
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Appointment management
Certification
- Dean's List Fall Semester 2008
- Human Services Student Association member at CSUF
- 40 Hour Domestic Violence Certificate
- Keyboarding Certificate
- Certified Disaster Shelter Worker
- AP Spanish Language
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Fullerton School District
01.2025 - Current
Social Worker I/II
County of Orange/Social Services
07.2011 - 08.2017
Eligibility Technician
County of Orange/Social Services
02.2007 - 07.2011
Set –Up Coordinator
Encore Credit Corporation
08.2005 - 01.2007
Office Assistant
Santa Ana Unified School District
08.2004 - 08.2005
Bachelors Degree - Human Services
Cal State University Fullerton
Associates Degree - Liberal Arts
Fullerton College
High School Diploma - undefined
Saddleback High School