Dorothy weaver
*** *. **** ****** ******, Ala. **603 {251}-753-8766 Email: **********@*******.***
Career Identity: Excellent motivational instructor with dynamic interpersonal skills. Highly principled and deeply
committed professional who passionately works to foster a cohesive leaning atmosphere. Exceptional advocate and
loyal patron.
EXPERIENCE:
08/04/14-Present: Mobile County Health Department Mobile, Al.
Curriculum Facilitator/Classroom Instructor:
• Thoroughly imparted pertinent information pertaining to, abstinence based evidence curriculum to local high
school students. Developed and maintained positive rapport with teachers, students and parents. Conducted
both pre and post test evaluation for documentation comparison in a timely manner. Advised students on
academic and career goals. Observed and preserved classroom behavior performance. Encouraged students to
further their education and abstain from risky behavior. Equipped both parents and students with much needed
resources and knowledge on issues regarding both teens and parents. Recorded and verified certification of
federal guidelines.
12/18/13 to 07/03/14 TCR Team One/Mobile County Department of Mobile, Al.
Human Resources
Job Readiness Instructor/Family Support Specialist:
• Provide supported services to clients who are in need of mentoring, guidance and information in order to
become self-sufficient. Instructed clients in relevant job skills strategies. Fortified interpersonal abilities and
devised plans for job-readiness. Discreetly counsel and assist clients on issues of personal concern, while
working closely with actual Case Manager. Facilitated in compiling important state regulated forms.
Registered with local community agencies to acquire incentives for clients and developed an open dialogue on
the urgency of continuing family monitoring. Encouraged and assisted in the enrollment of clients to local post
secondary schools to further their academic endeavors. Maintain classroom decorum, implemented daily lesson
plans to increase concentration, input and progress client accountability. Devised behavior modification plans
for parents of at risk children. Accompanied parents to court hearings and conferences. Assisted clients in
completion of job applications, resumes and cover letters. Escorted clients to doctor visits, and job interviews.
5/23/2011 to 5/31/2012 Mobile County Public Schools System Mobile, Al.
• Parent Organizer:
• Contracted with local service agencies to gain needed resources for school, students and parents. Scheduled and
organized monthly informal parent seminars. Completed quarterly baseline data reports. Designed and forwarded
monthly newsletters that provided vital information for parents. Bridge gap between school and home by working
discreetly with administration, teachers and parents. Appropriately maintain federal documentation. Attended
mandatory training and completed all required assignments as deemed necessary by the principal. Responsibly
worked for the betterment of parent involvement. Enthusiastically increased parent participation and attendance at
school.
Career’s Inc/Mobile County Department of
3/9/2009 to 4/23/2010 Mobile, Al.
Human Resources
Program Facilitator/Classroom Instructor:
• Administered and supervised program to assist TANF recipients to reenter the workforce with both hard and
soft skills that would, enable students to become responsible and potential employees. Executed daily aptitude
exams to strengthen reading comprehension and fluency. Redirected students on proper attire for job
interviews. Prepared participants for expected employee etiquette. Conferred with class on issues concerning
women in the workplace. Provided training in various areas of skills such as computers and customer service,
along with basic office settings. Encouraged clients to complete their education. Organized and reserved
weekly and monthly state reports. Sustained classroom decorum and governed fellow staff efficiently. Created
seminars for pupils with local community representatives who could offer guidance and information. Solicited
and secured activity sponsors, organized transportation for clients and developed lively programs that resulted
in high attendance, far surpassing projection for the fiscal year. Indentified the need of personal mentors for
supportive services. Instituted high expectation for clients. Constantly sought new ways to improve instruction.
Purposely built strong bond with clients in order to inspire a shared commitment for a high quality of life.
2/5/2007 to Present Crittenton Youth Services Mobile, Al.
Youth At Risk Advisor/Parent Educator:
• Vigorously interacts with the school age population of local school system, community support organizations
and local churches. As a visiting lecturer, present relevant discussions on an array of issues pertinent to
youth such as self esteem, peer pressure, anger/attitude management, bullying, drug/alcohol abuse and teen
risky behaviors. Conducted classes on Will to Wait, Healthy Relationships and Parenting with a Purpose.
Professionally communicated with school officials. Supplied parents and students with basic fundamental
information. Successfully obtained an increase of parental involvement. Continuously offers support and
counsel to parents through group meetings as well as one-on one when needed.
Parents as Partners In Education of
10/16/2006 to 2/2/2007 Mobile, Al.
Alabama
Parent Educator:
• Networked with local support businesses to present workshops to parents whose children were considered at
risk. Accompanied parents on a regular basis to parent/teacher conferences. Served as an advocate for parents
who had children with special needs. Informed parents of their rights according to the No Child Left Behind
Law. Assisted parents in reuniting with their children who had become a ward of the state. Helped connect
parents of troubled children to agencies and local officials for support purposes. Collected and analyzed data
essential to the needs of families. Proficiently exhibited a positive image of corporation at local and state
levels. Established and managed a Parent GED Program and Workforce Training Classes.
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• 12/11/1989 to 10/13/ 2006 Mobile County Public Schools System Mobile, Al.
Various Positions: Parent Educator, Special Ed IEP Para-Professional, Instructional Inclusionist and Support
Reading Specialist-
• Competently carried out prescribed daily lesson plans by working with students and fellow teachers. Assisted
in providing an atmosphere that was conducive for learning. Carefully instituted a nurturing environment
that produced capable students. Engaged parents in outlet for hands on training parenting skills.
Distributed updated parent literature. Personally and diligently worked with parents on the latest learning
techniques for their children. As Parent Educator; recorded, completed and filed parent documentation.
Guided and lead discussions on parenting matters.
EDUCATION:
1988 to 1989 Bishop State Community College Mobile, Al.
Early Childhood Education Certificate Degree
2007 to Present Crittenton Youth Services Mobile, Al.
Trained Certified Program Curriculum Facilitator of:
Focus on the Family: Teaching Children Healthy Sex Education
Christian Sex Education: God’s Design for Sex
Relationship Smarts for Healthy Relationships
Media Madness for Parents and Children
Will To Wait
2009 to 2010 National Parenting Education Network Mobile, Al.
Professional Training Organization
The Alabama Cooperative Extensive System
Family Social Science Certificate Degree
Summer Session Mobile County Health Department Mobile, Al.
2014 Center For Control Disease of Atlanta
Trained Certified Program Curriculum Facilitator of:
Making Proud Choices Abstinence Plus
Project AIM: Career Planning for High School Students
E NDORSEMENTS:
References are available on request.