case manager/social worker
Resume:
Liza Otano
Bronx, NY ***66
Dear Sir/Madam:
I would like to express a sincere interest in your company and finding out more about becoming an integral part of your team. I am currently enrolled in the Early Childhood/Special Education Masters Program at The College of New Rochelle, beginning in January 2011.
Enclosed you will find most of the necessary back ground information contained in my resume. However, I would like to mention I am available for immediate employment. I am also exploring the job market to obtain a position with a company that will appreciate my skills and willingness to work with other people. Additionally, I would also like to add that I could definitely offer you connectivity.
I have been a group teacher for Little Stars for the past three years. In this position I supervise relations between children interacting and learning in a school environment. I have also had the opportunity to work with special needs children as well.
I am ready for new challenges and feel that my background and employment experiences are perfect for any of the positions you have to offer through your company.
I am available for a personal interview, wherein we can discuss both my enthusiasm and qualifications for the position with your organization.
Thanking you in advance for your consideration in this matter, and looking forward to a favorable response.
Sincerely,
Liza Otano
Liza Otano
1151 East 229th Street, Bronx, NY 10466
**********@*****.***
Highlights & Qualifications
Excellent written, oral, interpersonal communications and language skills, acceptance of diversity, & energetic * Flexible, dynamic, creative, personable, willing to learn, determined to persevere, open-minded, resourceful, cheerful * Strong leadership, management, and presentation skills * Creative, resourceful, and thorough in developing professional development materials * Enthusiastic, responsible, adaptable, hard worker, reliable * Proficient in MS, Word, MS Excel, Internet Explorer, Type 40 wpm+
Education
The College of New Rochelle, Bronx, NY
• Achieved Bachelor of Arts Degree, 2008
• Majored in Psychology
• Enrolled in Early Childhood/Special Education Masters Program
Professional Work History
Little Stars School, Bronx, NY
Head Teacher-Toddlers and Youth 8/2007-8/2010
Planned and instructed lesson plans for children ages 2-6 years old * Focused on specific needs of individual children * Arranged and executed age-appropriate activities to promote social, cognitive, and physical skills * Assisted in preparation of materials for class instruction * Maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment. Assure that classroom equipment, furniture, materials, and supplies are properly maintained and stored* Performed the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Performance Standards and the component plans; and thorough knowledge and application of Developmentally Appropriate Practices * Maintain a comprehensive and ongoing portfolio assessment for each child, including weekly observations in each area, examples of the child's work, and a developmental assessment, completed as per IMSHS procedure * Eat with and assist children in development of social and self-help skills, and sound nutritional practices * Attend staff training and meetings, and board and parent meetings as requested * Worked with Teachers, Teacher Assistant and volunteers to use and develop their skills and abilities in planning and carrying out classroom activities
Self-Help Community Services, New York, NY
Homemaker Supervisor 3/2001-8/2007
Monitored children with mental illness from ages 0-18 * Established a clean, safe and positive living environment * Prepared incident reports in a timely and efficient manner * Provide emotional support to both children and parents * Assisted mentally challenged children with direct care * Performed the functions generally undertaken by the customary homemaker, including such duties as preparation of meals, laundry, shopping and care of children * Reported any unusual incidents or changes in the client’s behavior to the case manager, immediately * Provided escort service such as accompanying the client to doctors appointments * Complied with Homecare Agency Compliance Plan * Observed Homecare Agency’s HIPAA Policies
Susan E. Wagner Day Care, Bronx, NY
Teachers Aide (Seasonal only) 6/1999-8/2001
Prepared curriculum for children ages 2-6 * Assisted children with reading, writing, alphabets, and numerical recognition * Accompanied and supervised in and outdoor activities * Implemented written reports on behavioral problems * Supervised the classroom when teacher is out of the room * Supervised outside playground activities * Followed directions given by head teacher or immediate supervisor * Assisted in the implementation of the daily program under the direction of the teacher
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