Michelle Bethea
**** ********** *****, ******* **, 23663
Cell# 434-***-**** Home 757-***-****
Email: adxq0b@r.postjobfree.com
QUALIFICATIONS
Creative, assertive, and inspired childcare professional with expertise in young children and Early Childhood Development.
Enthusiastic self-starter with a passion for guiding the youth towards success and celebrity their unique strengths.
Team player with a mature, patient temperament and strong communication skills.
Qualified professional with experience in adolescent youth, family counseling, rehabilitative treatment, and consultation skills.
Knowledge of evidence-based behavioral assessments/clinical and family interventions.
Ability to think in terms of population management, addressing a large clientele in the most efficient ways possible.
Ability to make quick and accurate assessments.
Compassionate and reliable visionary dedicated to the success of both the individual and the community.
Superior organizational and interpersonal skills.
Display effective time management skills.
Strong work ethics.
Professional, strategic thinker with excellent communication.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to providing high quality work.
Ability to work independently, self-starter and as a team.
Excellent problem solver.
Qualified event planner and provides excellent catering services
EXPERIENCE
University Instructors
University Instructor December-2021-Present
Implemented tutoring services for children from grade levels K-5.
Observe Instructors on quality performance during scheduled tutoring sessions, document observations and provide effective feedback
Ensured compliance with agency reporting requirements to ensure appropriate interventions and best practices were utilized during instructional implementation.
Collaborate with educators, principals, parents to communicate children’s progress/lack of progress and offered solutions to assist students in overcoming barriers in completing assignments implemented.
Support Teachers with educating students in Math and ESL
Assist colleagues with tutoring strategies when needed
Assist students in other learning areas, they may request help in
Provide a naturing, fun and happy virtual environment during all sessions
Build students confidence and self-esteem through learning
Play virtual learning games with students to help increase their skills
Create an environment that boost students learning morale
Head Start
Educational, Disability, Mental Health, Behavioral Management Coordinator August-2017-December 2021
Collaborates with outside mental health services, which provides behavioral management Services to the Head Start children, within the classroom setting and family environment
Collaborates during the school year with James City County School System, who provides speech and developmental services to the Head Start children
Implement Action Plans and Policies and Procedures
Schedule and attend child studies, eligibility, and I.E.P meeting with parents
Community and family advocate
Implement behavioral management strategies within the classroom settings
Create IEP’s collectively with the school system
Manage several classrooms in three different school settings, support teaching staff and promote their professional development
Manage classes, conduct classrooms observations, implement employee’s evaluations, coach, and train staff
Implement staff trainings, check lesson plans, monthly calendars, evaluate Pal’s screening and Teacher Strategies
Implement Mental Wellness fun days for our Staff, multicultural events and facilitate end of the school year dances
Responsible for payroll and sick leave
Interview, hire, and train new staff members, ensuring they meet all policies and legal requirements
Conduct monthly Coordinator’s meetings
Coordinate training services throughout the school year for employees
Facilitate community event and collaborate with community partners
Create Purchase Orders, evaluate and purchase materials, equipment, and supplies
Create monthly reports, secure employees, and family’s personal file
Assure that classrooms are covered and assist with transportation coverage
Kids Therapy
ABA Technician (Autism Behavior Analysis) January 2015-August-2017
Provided in-home services and followed the treatment and/or behavior plans developed by the clinical supervisor.
Utilized applied behavior analysis strategy, skill, and principles to train the individuals being served in accordance with the established ISP goals, and behavior plans to affect positive change in the individuals served and their families.
Complete anecdotal records and data sheets as established by the clinical supervisor.
Worked directly with parents and the individual being supported and provided best practice recommendations in keeping with the treatment plan developed by a clinical supervisor.
CHA Counseling Services January 2015-January 2017
Mental Health Clinician/Intensive In-Home Counselor
Assist clients and their family with community resources
Maintain confidential charts and implement progress notes
Transport clients to and from appointments
Monitored and maintained the safety and security of the clients
Provides on-going case management services and rehabilitation services for youth and/or adults with mental illness and/or individuals with developmental disabilities.
Demonstrates a positive role model to the youth/adults and advocates on their behalf.
Responsible for coordination, planning and implementation of the treatment plan.
Create (ISP) Individual Service Plans.
Fort Eustis Military Base
CDC Day Care Center July 2009-January 2015
Kindergarten Childcare Professional Coordinator
Supervise multiple employees and Pre-K classrooms
Implement creative curriculum including fun creative lesson plans that consist of activities that would meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of every child. Enhancing their developmental growth
Develop and maintain current, accurate and confidential records for each child including day by day observations and information regarding daily activities, meals served, medicine administered and overall conduct and development
Observe Pre-K classrooms and teacher performance
Assist teachers with implementing learning strategies that would boost classroom morale
Maintain daily progress notes and appropriately communicating with parents keeping them informed of program expectations, activities, and their child’s progress
Facilitate educational outings
Build children’s esteem providing a safe and secure environment daily
Ensure equipment and the facility are clean, well maintained, and safe always
Maintain a professional environment and demeanor
Family Redirection, December 2008- November 2010
In Home Counselor
Provided counseling services for children with behavioral issues and mental health disorders, ages four to fifteen years old
Assisted adolescents to achieve their goals and objectives by conducting individual and family counseling sessions, reviewing adolescent’s behaviors on a regular basis, developing conflict resolution strategies, and facilitating crisis intervention
Prepared quarterly and annual reports regarding adolescent’s behavior and progress; maintained case-management files
Assessed emergency and medical situations and determined appropriate action: notified supervisor, police, parents, hospital, as appropriate and/or completes incident report
Designed and implement Individualized Service Plans (ISP)
Maintain confidential charts and implement progress notes
Transport clients to and from appointments
Monitored and maintained the safety and security of the clients.
Keystone Behavior Center, November 2008-July 2009
Mental Health Counselor
Guided clients through the process of making decisions about their future and encouraged behavioral changes in clients at risk for, physical disorders and helped them make healthier lifestyle choices
Helped clients, aged five to eighteen, develop strategies and skills to change their behavior and to cope with difficult
situations
Provided clients with self-management skills and educational information needed so they can be full participants in their own treatment and recovery
Referred clients to other resources or services in the community, such as support groups or inpatient treatment facilities
Observed, reported, and assisted in the detection of “at risk” clients, with the aim of preventing further psychological or physical deterioration
Supervised transportation for clients who required medical visits to obtain needed social support
Jackson Field Homes, October 2005-December 2007
Residential Counselor
Counseled teenage mothers and facilitated both group and one on one sessions to offer emotional and medical support including prenatal care, access to parenting classes, job training and independent living options promoting improved social skills and tools for success
Promoted a strong and supportive sense of community by teaching and modeling cooperation, respect, and responsibility encouraging clients to effectively communicate and positively interact with one another
Helped defuse and de-escalate any potential behavior emergencies through crisis intervention, and brief, intermediate, and long-term counseling approaches with the client
Assisted with the program efforts towards family reunification and successfully mainstreaming young clients back to the community
Scheduled medical appointments and transported residents to necessary when appropriate
O.R. Behavioral Program, July 2002-December 2005
Human Resource Recruiter/ Residential Counselor
Partnered with hiring managers and directors to access and understand job needs and competencies
Conducted full cycle recruiting including screening, interviews, reference checks and evaluations
Trained new hires to understand policies, procedures, and environmental nuances within the facility
Assisted the transition of new employees into their roles familiarizing them with clients, case files, standards, and overall work landscape
Reviewed case files and worked with employees to develop treatment plans for clients and support structures to promote independent living skills
Monitored new hires providing guidance through initial counseling sessions with clients mentoring their development within the first months of employment
Assisted in individual or group sessions to assist clients in overcoming dependencies. adjusting to life and making changes
Monitored and administered client’s use of medication
EDUCATION
Grand Canyon University-BA, Bachelor of Science in Applied Management 02/2022)
Thomas Nelson Community College – AA, Associate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Development (12/2o14)
CERTIFICATIONS/SKILLS
BA, Bachelor of Science in Applied Management (February 2022)
AA, Associate of Applied Science Degree in Early Childhood Development (December 2014)
Early Childhood Director Certification
Early Childhood Manager Certification
ABA Technician (Autism Behavior Analysis)
Medication Certified
Crisis Intervention
CDL Class B
CPR/First Aid
Microsoft Suite-Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Two CDA’s (State of Virginia and Thomas Nelson Community College)
Event Planner and International Caterer
Previous Correction Officer and Security Officer experienced
CEO/Director of Catering Services
References available upon request