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HOUSE PARENT
Summary

Caring and committed House Parent successful at assisting children with diagnoses such as ADHD and Depression and Trauma. Manages daily activities and medication regimens to promote health and uphold treatment plans. Dedicated to offering children warm and supportive environments. Familiar with following security standards, advocating for student resources and utilizing relationship-focused approaches to maximize satisfaction. Personable, amiable and open communication style paired with excellent interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Accurately and efficiently updates logs and reports.

Skills
  • Case management understanding
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Problem resolution
  • People skills
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Relationship building
  • Working collaboratively
  • Crisis response
Experience
Big Oak Ranch Inc.Gadsden, ALHouse Parent08/2015 to Current
  • Supports children's needs by maintaining a positive, supportive and structured environment.
  • Tracks children under daily supervision and helps oversee day-to-day care.
  • Fosters relationships with children and works with new residents to optimize acclimation and ease transition to new living environment.
  • Develops and deepens relationships with children and fellow staff.
  • Worked with other staff members to discuss child care and treatment.
  • Handles all delegated tasks, including children's paperwork, monthly training sessions and annual health inspections.
  • Monitors self-administered medications and set up strategies to help children maintain schedules during periods away from program facilities.
  • Maintains home cleanliness and safety for optimal health of children.
  • Responds to crisis situations quickly and immediately determines level of assistance needed.
  • Helps children living with ADHD, anxiety, neglect/abandonment issues and other diagnosed conditions with personal needs.
Westbrook Christian SchoolRainbow City, ALCoach - Cross Country and Track08/2017 to Current
  • Mentors and encourages youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and practicing skills regularly.
  • Observes culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
  • Develops exercise regimens targeting individual needs and consistently achieving Personal best and All State results.
  • Prepares team to compete in meets and other special events.
  • Observes consistent program of stretching and proper conditioning in effort to reduce injuries.
  • Works with boosters, parents and school administrators to handle support functions.
  • Coordinates scheduling and field and facility use with activities office.
  • Checks equipment and monitors common areas to maintain neatness, organization and proper upkeep while remaining vigilant on safety.
  • Manages travel arrangements for coaching staff and players.
Blue Springs School District Blue Springs, MOHigh School & Middle School History Teacher08/1997 to 05/2015
  • Taught High School US History, World History, and Psychology and Middle School US History, Ancient World History, Geography, and Government utilizing course of study adopted by Board of Education.
  • Served as High School History Department Chair to oversee budget planning and facilitate department meetings and professional development.
  • Helped students build learning and study skills to achieve life-long educational goals.
  • Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion in US History, Psychology and AP Psychology courses using variety of teaching techniques.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Developed individualized lesson plans based on each student's IEP goals.
  • Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among classes of 25-30 students.
  • Motivated students to be more engaged in classes through applying positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Created lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards.
  • Incorporated technology into classrooms to maximize student progress and understanding of course material.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement.
  • Monitored student progress using exams and assignments to check for thorough understanding.
  • Supported students outside of classroom by coaching cross country and track and attended other extra-curricular activities.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science:Secondary Social Studies Education05/1997University Of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, MO
Master of Science:Secondary Administration05/2006University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, MO
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Big Oak Ranch Inc.
  • Westbrook Christian School
  • Blue Springs School District

School Attended

  • University Of Central Missouri
  • University of Central Missouri

Job Titles Held:

  • House Parent
  • Coach - Cross Country and Track
  • High School & Middle School History Teacher

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Secondary Social Studies Education 05/1997
    Master of Science : Secondary Administration 05/2006

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