Yavier Louis Castro Soto
Brockton,MA
Summary
ELL Parent Advocate with expertise in community resource coordination and conflict resolution. Empowered families through workshops and advocacy, significantly increasing parent engagement and awareness of educational rights. Recognized for effectively voicing parent concerns at school board meetings, promoting collaboration between families and educational staff. Proven ability to enhance parent involvement in children's education and strengthen relationships with educational institutions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
ELL Parent Advocate
City of Brockton
Brockton, Massachusetts
09.2022 - Current
- Facilitated communication between parents and educational staff to enhance support systems.
- Developed resources to assist families in navigating school systems effectively.
- Organized workshops that empowered parents with essential advocacy skills.
- Represented parent concerns at school board meetings and community forums.
- Coordinated referrals for families to access housing, food banks, healthcare, and childcare resources.
- Provided guidance on local services and programs, ensuring families received necessary support.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions, including assessments and follow-up activities.
- Advocated for parental rights within the school system, promoting equitable access to resources.
Education
Certificate - Medical Interpreter in Spanish
Massasoit Community College
Brockton, MA08-2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA05-2021
Associate of Science - Human Services
Massasoit Community College
Brockton, MA05-2019
Skills
- Community resource coordination
- Policy development
- Conflict resolution
- Workshop facilitation
- Parent engagement
- Education advocacy
- Collaborative teamwork
- Active listening
- Public speaking
- Community outreach
- Team collaboration
- Patience and perseverance
- Case management
- Family advocacy
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Professionalism
- Dedicated support
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ELL Parent Advocate
City of Brockton
09.2022 - Current
Certificate - Medical Interpreter in Spanish
Massasoit Community College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Bridgewater State University
Associate of Science - Human Services
Massasoit Community College
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