Veronica Floyd
Franklinville,NJ
Summary
Knowledgeable School Social Worker focused on helping students excel in academic and social situations by working with teachers, families and outside resources to build powerful support network.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Great Start Learning Academy
01.2002 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to create comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using various assessment tools to identify areas for improvement or enhancement.
- Increased parental involvement through organizing family events aimed at fostering connections between home life and school experiences.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration among team members by facilitating regular meetings focused on sharing ideas, successes, and challenges.
- Coordinated special education services with relevant professionals to ensure appropriate accommodations were made for students with diverse needs.
- Established strong partnerships with families, fostering open communication and shared decision-making processes.
- Developed and maintained a high-quality learning environment for children, ensuring safety, engagement, and growth.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Evaluated company documentation to verify alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Implemented data-driven assessment methods to continuously improve educational outcomes for young children.
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
Professor of Sociology
Rowan College Of South Jersey
09.2018 - 05.2022
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating real-world examples and interdisciplinary connections in lectures.
- Established strong relationships with colleagues across disciplines, fostering a collaborative academic environment.
- Advised students on academic progress regularly, helping them identify areas for improvement while celebrating achievements.
- Developed strong connections with community organizations, providing students with opportunities to apply sociological theories in real-world settings.
- Supervised undergraduate and graduate students on their independent research projects, providing guidance on methodology, data analysis, and writing skills.
- Implemented assessment tools to measure student learning outcomes effectively while adapting teaching practices as needed.
- Assisted in constructing, implementing, evaluating and revising curriculum periodically.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as race and ethnic relations, measurement and data collection and workplace social relations.
- Supervised undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship and research work.
- Maintained regular scheduled office hours to advise and assist struggling students.
Behavioral Therapist
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Respite
10.2005 - 01.2010
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, communicating updates regularly to supervisory staff and relevant stakeholders.
- Reduced challenging behaviors by conducting functional behavior assessments and developing appropriate interventions.
- Developed rapport with clients by utilizing empathy and active listening skills, creating a supportive therapeutic environment conducive to learning.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Collected and analyzed data on client performance, adjusting treatment plans accordingly to maximize progress towards goals.
- Promoted social skill development in group settings using targeted activities and role-playing exercises.
- Trained parents and caregivers in behavior management strategies, empowering them to support their child''s growth at home effectively.
- Developed behavior intervention plans based on principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Motivated clients to reach treatment goals and supported each through difficult situations and transitions.
- Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based language training techniques such as PECS and sign language.
- Empowered clients through the acquisition of adaptive living skills such as money management, meal planning, household chores, and personal hygiene tasks.
School Social Worker
Delsea Regional High School
08.2001 - 06.2005
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.
- Created a safe space for students experiencing crises by providing immediate support and appropriate referrals.
- Implemented evidence-based programs aimed at improving school climate and promoting positive behavior among students.
- Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
- Observed student behavior and developed behavioral interventions.
- Enhanced student well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions addressing various social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Participated in IEP, RTI and other related meetings that determined and implemented school-wide policies.
- Monitored student attendance, documented truancy and submitted referrals per requirements.
- Completed psychosocial histories of students under evaluation.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of students'' social-emotional functioning to inform interventions and service planning.
- Served as a liaison between the school, family, and community agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration around student needs.
- Assisted parents in navigating the special education process, ensuring proper identification and provision of services for their children.
- Worked with teachers to implement behavioral improvement plans based on established assessments.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Rutgers University
Camden, NJ05.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Rutgers University
Camden, NJ05.2000
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Wesley College
Dover, DE05.1985
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- People Management
- Operations Management
- Budget Management
- Staff Development
- Issues Resolution
- Crisis Management
- Non-profit management
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Effective leader
- Staff training/development
- Customer Service
- Goal Setting
- Performance Evaluation and Monitoring
- Training Management
- Management Team Building
Timeline
Professor of Sociology
Rowan College Of South Jersey
09.2018 - 05.2022
Behavioral Therapist
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Respite
10.2005 - 01.2010
Director
Great Start Learning Academy
01.2002 - Current
School Social Worker
Delsea Regional High School
08.2001 - 06.2005
Master of Science - Social Work
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Rutgers University
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Wesley College
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