EXPERIENCE HISTORY

GEER II ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY MENTOR Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind - E.H. Gentry March 2023 – Present

·Via various distance learning technologies, provide training to individuals who have vision, hearing and/or dual sensory loss, instruction in the areas prescribed by the instructional supervisors.

·Responsible for curriculum development and lessons plans.

·Provide necessary documentation tracking a student's progress and attendance.

PEER ADVOCATE ENRICHMENT COACH – Distance Learning Alabama Freedom Center for the Blind April 2020 –October 2020

·Restructured the duties of the Residential Manager position; independently created the course curriculum for distance learning. Successfully integrated and maintained the integrity of the program’s mission statement, philosophy, and method of teaching unique independent living skills to adult individuals with vision loss.

·Advised and monitored student’s independent navigation through the COVID-19 crisis relief efforts; ensuring students obtained basic supplies for distance learning, social services, stimulus disbursements, COVID vaccinations.

·Encouraged vital problem-solving skills while adhering to CDC updates, ensuring personal safety while social distancing.

·Conducted individual and group discussions and activities determining areas to develop lesson plans, alternate teaching methods.

·Developed networking opportunities; virtual workshops, game/craft night, virtual field trips, exercise classes meeting student interests.

·Provided weekly reports outlining student’s progress, goals, and objectives to Program Manager and staff.

The COVID-19 pandemic made it necessary to revise the duties and responsibilities of the:

RESIDENTIAL MANAGER - Alabama Freedom Center for the Blind March 2019 – March 2020

·Successfully and independently managed the residential component of the 10-bed training program while utilizing and incorporating core skills: Home m-Man assistive technology and Cane Mobility.

·Within budget, purchased household goods, furnishings, supplies; developed and maintained a full inventory system.

·Demonstrated sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and various levels of cognitive ability while planning relevant workshops.

SCHOOL REGISTRAR Williamsburg-James City County Schools Williamsburg, VA March 2011 - December 2014

·Provided a positive greeting and initial experience for visitors, students, and parents, aiding as needed.

·Maintained the electronic database and monitored access to the secured file vault containing state grading and test scores.

·Performed data entry, generated report cards, transcripts, discipline, and truancy reports as scheduled or requested.

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION ASSISTANT Envoy of Williamsburg Williamsburg, VA September 2010 - January 2011

·Responsible for successfully developing, planning, supervising, and participating in daily games, crafts, and social activities.

·Motivated residents to participate in activities which contributed to the overall physical and mental rejuvenation of health.

·Maintained accurate performance/progress records on each resident for physician review and state reporting purposes.

·Supervised 1 part-time employee scheduling work hours and performance reviews.

BOOKKEEPER / ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Richmond County Schools Augusta, GA September 2002- June 2010

·Responsible for allocating funds, balancing school budget for textbooks, supplies, posted cash receipts, reconciled bank statements, maintained accurate employee personnel files and attendance reports,

·State audits scored above 98% while balancing state annual budget of over $360, 00,

·supervised 1 part-time employee.

SKILLS

·Excellent oral, written and communication skills.

·Comfortable interacting with diverse demographics of the public

·Strong ability to prioritize, multitask with attention to detail and grasp new skills quickly and easily.

·Proficient with Windows 10 and Windows 11 - Microsoft: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive Google: Docs, Sheets, Drive,

·Proficient with host controls: Zoom Meetings, Google Meets, other virtual platforms.

EDUCATION

·Current - Indiana Institute of Technology – Fort Wayne, IN: Human Services, B.S.

·Grand Canyon University- Phoenix, AZ: Elementary Education / Special Education, B.S.

·Texas Education Agency - Houston, TX: Secondary Ed. – Graduate

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