Kenya L. Buffman
Port Hueneme, CA 93041
Daytime Telephone: 805-***-****
Cell: 805-***-****
Email address: **********@*****.***
Professional Objective: To obtain a position with a productive company. I would also like to
obtain a position that would allow me to utilize talent and leadership credentials with room for
continued development.
Highlights of Qualifications
Obtained a Master’s of Science Degree in Community Counseling Psychology,
Springfield College Springfield, MA
Obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Services, Springfield College
Springfield, MA
Author: Challenges teachers face in teaching Autistic students with assistive technology
developed for graduate school thesis (April 18, 2007).
Awarded a Teacher’s and Site Supervisor’s Permit from California Commission on
Teacher Credentialing
On the National’s Dean’s List 2005-2006, (In the U.S.)
On the Chancellor’s List 2006-2007 (Highest award for College Graduates in the U.S.)
Nominated for Teacher of the year
Professional Work Experience
April 2004 to May 2007 Site Supervisor/Master Teacher, Neighborhood House Association
5660 Copley Drive San Diego, CA 92111
Supervised and worked with teachers to conduct weekly lesson plans for 20 students
Assisted and developed the Individual Educational Plan (IEP), daily hygiene, excused
absences, conduct home visits and administers first aid when needed
Assessed each child using appropriate screening/ assessment tools, absence of the center
director; acts as second in command of the center operations as assigned.
Facilitated and organized Parent meetings monthly to provide continuous information on
policies and procedures
November 2000 – March 2002 Family Service Assistant, Neighborhood House Association
5660 Copley Drive San Diego, CA 92111
Effectively distributed information and literature to parents regarding program services
Developed family partnership agreements, worked closely with center staff to identify
children’s needs and to insure delivery of appropriate services
Provided social services and community resources to families, and typed memorandums
and other duties that were assigned
Education/Training
2005-2006 - Springfield College (M.S. in Community Counseling Psychology)
2004- 2005 - Springfield College (B. S. in Human Services)
2002-2003 - San Diego City College (Child Development Courses)
1997- Certified Phlebotomist
1991- Graduated from Morse High School received diploma
Certificates
Development of Infant
Working with difficult people
Work Ethics
Values
Relationships and you
Basic interviewing Skills
Working with families in perpetual crisis
Received certificate of appreciation from federal Prism
Received certificate of Excellence
And many more
Skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Email, PowerPoint Presentation
Experience working with different cultural backgrounds
Teaching
Certified Phlebotomist
Volunteer experience- American Cancer Society