Experience

Steps to Success Brookline

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• PSB Steps to Success Program Advisor for Elemmentary and Middle School

  • Oct 2018 - Present

  Greater Boston Area ● Worked intensively during the school day (8am-2pm) with individual students identified as STS participants in grades 4-8 as a school-based program advisor to students and their families. Collaborated with teachers, administrators, guidance counselors and other school staff to effectively support students’ academic and personal growth Made personal relationships that improved connections between home and school. Conducted frequent outreach on behalf of students. Informed… Show more ● Worked intensively during the school day (8am-2pm) with individual students identified as STS participants in grades 4-8 as a school-based program advisor to students and their families. Collaborated with teachers, administrators, guidance counselors and other school staff to effectively support students’ academic and personal growth Made personal relationships that improved connections between home and school. Conducted frequent outreach on behalf of students. Informed parents/guardians about extended school day programs and helped families access programs and other community resources and opportunities. Communicated with families of rising 4th graders, introducing them to PSB programs and STS, Inc opportunities, encouraging and facilitating participation. Worked closely with High School advisors to facilitate a positive transition to High School program for rising freshmen. Attend relevant school meetings (ex: IEP meetings) on behalf of student/family. Summarized information on grades, attendance, participation STS activities and non-STS activities to kept families fully informed and able to engage in conversations about additional supports and opportunities available thought the PSB and STS Inc. Facilitated student access to extended school day/year programs and opportunities; support positive student participation in after-school and summer programs ● Worked in coordination with other Steps to Success Advisors and facilitated cross-district consistency of programs and processes. ● Provided site based oversight for after-school programs (After Hours U and Teen Advantage) that target economically disadvantaged students (2pm-5pm). ● Supported student enrollment in summer program opportunities provided by Steps to Success, Inc. and other partners; monitored students during the summer and ensure that students attended successfully.

• After School Program Director, (Teen Advantage)

  • Oct 2016 - Oct 2018

  Brookline -Motivated and advised 7-8th grade students to boost their academic work and extra curricular program participation. -Consulted with school staff, parents, and guardians about students and their individual support requirements. -Provided consistency in environment, rules, expectations and consequences, while maintaining flexibility. -Facilitated and mediated a safe space for students to interact with their peers for healthy affiliations.

• Assistant Director, AHU (After Hours U, Teen Advantage) Lincoln School, Edward Devotion School

  • Nov 2015 - Oct 2016

  19 Kennard Rd, Brookline, MA 02445 - Assisted the program director with daily task to ensure that After Hours University runs smoothly and program goals are met - Assisted around 20 children with homework/projects and mediate any conflicts that arise - Developed and direct enrichment activities to promote team building in efforts to improve student interactions



Brookline Public Schools

• Substitute Teacher

  • Sep 2017 - Oct 2018

  brookline -Managed a class of 25 - 30 students. -Followed and taught lesson plans assigned, by permanent teacher for students' in grades Kindergarten through the 12th grade. -Guided students through planned activities and tend to their physical needs. -Maintained effective classroom management strategies and applied advanced teaching capabilities in all subject areas. -Determined appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behavior and wrote a report for teacher about the classes… Show more -Managed a class of 25 - 30 students. -Followed and taught lesson plans assigned, by permanent teacher for students' in grades Kindergarten through the 12th grade. -Guided students through planned activities and tend to their physical needs. -Maintained effective classroom management strategies and applied advanced teaching capabilities in all subject areas. -Determined appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behavior and wrote a report for teacher about the classes events. Show less



Brookline Recreation

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Summer Camp Counselor

  • Mar 2014 - Aug 2018

  133 Eliot St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 - Monitored children ages 4 and up to ensure campers followed rules and guidelines - Assisted in the completion of camp activities including arts and crafts - Enforcing, and following all safety guidelines associated with the camp and all program areas. - Ensured campers’ safety and their whereabouts at all times. - Communicated with parents about participant’s experiences and reported concerns to Camp Leadership. - Assisted in maintaining accurate program records… Show more - Monitored children ages 4 and up to ensure campers followed rules and guidelines - Assisted in the completion of camp activities including arts and crafts - Enforcing, and following all safety guidelines associated with the camp and all program areas. - Ensured campers’ safety and their whereabouts at all times. - Communicated with parents about participant’s experiences and reported concerns to Camp Leadership. - Assisted in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, logbook documentation, and daily attendance. - Organized and arranged a variety of small and large group activities each week. Activities may include arts and crafts, field trips, enrichment project, nature, songs, games, sports, opening and closing ceremonies, swimming. This included spending time on the bus. Show less



Lincoln Elementary School

• Education Management
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Learning Center Special Education Paraprofessional

  • Nov 2016 - Jun 2017

  Brookline -Helped Elementary school students accomplish curriculum learning in general and special education classes. -Gave individualized support and conveyed high expectations for students in learning center classrooms. -Consulted with classroom teachers regarding student concerns and assignments. -Applied effective classroom management strategies and lesson implementations for class electives and teacher absences.



Viking Sports Camp

• Team Member

  • Aug 2015 - Aug 2016

  258 Harvard St #365, Brookline, MA 02446 -Assisted in the completion of camp activities -Monitored children ages 4 and up to ensure campers followed rules and guidelines -Assisted in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, logbook documentation, and daily attendance. -Communicated with parents about participant’s experiences and reported concerns to Camp Leadership.



Brookline Recreation ASP (After School Program)

• After School Program Group Leader

  • Sep 2015 - May 2016

  Brookline Recreational Department - Greeted new parents and students to activities, introducing them to other participants, explaining rules, and encouraging their participation. - Organized, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and town events. - Managed the daily operations of recreational Department. Administered first aid according to prescribed procedures, and notified emergency medical personnel when necessary. * Assisted Program Director with… Show more - Greeted new parents and students to activities, introducing them to other participants, explaining rules, and encouraging their participation. - Organized, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and town events. - Managed the daily operations of recreational Department. Administered first aid according to prescribed procedures, and notified emergency medical personnel when necessary. * Assisted Program Director with inventory of supplies and place orders when necessary * Created and maintained the monthly and daily activities calendar for the program * Supervised the group of children during all activities. * Communicating with the director and other classroom staff. * Participated in staff meetings and training (scheduled monthly staff meetings and 10 hours of EEC scheduled programs) * Demonstrated creativity and the ability to motivate, guide and instruct children in activities. * Followed, abide by and enforce all Center and EEC policies, procedures and regulations. * Keeped participants in all assigned areas. * Cleaned up and check program areas after use. * Performed all other duties assigned. * Outdoor play during all seasons. * Communicated with parents and teachers. * Created a safe and enjoyable experience for all students Show less



Whole Foods Market

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Team Member

  • Oct 2014 - Oct 2015

  Brookline -Responsible for maintaining the grocery floor and selling the product. -Responsible for receiving and preparing products for sale. -Provided a friendly and efficient customer service.



Brookline MA Public Health Department

• Public Health Intern

  • Jul 2008 - Jan 2013

  11 Pierce St, Brookline, MA 02445 - Conducted outreach to other health organizations - Maintained and managed daily functions of the office: faxing, copying, organizing documents - Shadowed inspectors during health inspections Created and illustrated sketches and designed posters for Domestic Violence and other Projects