ARLENE P. RUSSELL
163-37 130th Avenue, Apt. 4F, Jamaica, NY 11434 ♦Home: (718) 712-9410 ♦Cell: (917) 686-1315
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career objective
Seeking a position in which I can utilize my skills.
professional profile
Highly dedicated, motivated and seasonedchild advocate with over 10 years of experienceworking closely with students, staff members and families to achieve high results and make a difference. Kindhearted and empathetic professional skilled in creating exclusive classroom environments where students can learn and grow academically.
professional Skills
- Skilled in putting together art-based programs and art therapies to address social and emotional issues, building positive social behaviors and improving self-esteemin at-risk and special need students.
- Leads on-going individualized, intensive, and supportive care to youth and families through meetings and groups.
- Ability to work effectively and build strong relationships with members of the school community, colleagues and parents across cultures.
- Successful and accomplished background in addressing students’needs, ensuringchildren thrive and develop in an adaptable educational atmosphere.
professional Experience
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER 2013 – 2017
New York City Department of Education– Brooklyn, NY
- Created and executedappropriate lesson plans that adhered to New York State Teaching Standards.
- Prepared and provided relevant instructions regarding various subjects for grades K-1, addressing each student’s strengths, knowledge, and learning needsthrough questioning techniques and discussion.
- Developed and implementedeffective and positive behavior support plans for kindergarten students at P.S. 132 Ralph Bunche School, School District 29Q to prevent problem behavior from occurring.
substitute TEACHER 2008 – 2013
New York City Department of Education– Brooklyn, NY
- Fulfilled both short and long-term substitute assignments in School Districts 28Q and 29Q across all subject areas, effectively teaching students grades K-5 with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Organized and instructed classes of as many as 24 students, communicated with teachers, administrators and parents, and built a positive rapport with students.
SOCIAL WORKER2002 – 2007
Health and Hospitals corporations– New York, NY
COLER-GOLDWATER SPECIALITY HOSPITAL & NURSING FACILITY, Roosevelt Island, NY
- Provided acute and chronic care of individuals and their families.
- Worked through various social and health care issues by enhancing their capacity for self-care.
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COMMUNITY INTEGRATED SPECIALIST1999 - 2002
Developmental Disabilities Institute– Smithtown, NY
- Administered training and fostered independence in daily living skills for adults with development disabilities, specifically mental retardation and autism.
- Monitoredthe individual service needs of residents to provide case management services.
- Implemented behavior management models to promote positive optimal lifestyles and coordinate recreational activities.
SOCIAL WORk intern2001 – 2002
Harriet tubman learning center, P.S. 154– New York, NY
- Conducted assessments andsocial work services to students in grades pre-K-5 and their families.
- Participated in grade and faculty conferences; collaborated and provided referrals to community agencies.
SOCIAL WORk intern2000 – 2001
catholic charities, flowers with care youth services – Astoria, NY
- Directed social work services to at-risk teens and conducted counseling sessions and crisis intervention to individual students and groups.
- Provided students in the GED Program with vocational and educational referrals.
- Co-facilitated conflict resolution workshops.
SOCIAL WORk intern (volunteer)1997 – 1999
NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem – New York, NY
- Controlled intake of new admissions at the Center for Victim Support, Department of Social Services.
- Provided supportive counseling, information and advocacy for victims of domestic violence, as well as rape and sexual assault.
- Referred patients and family caregivers to diverse types of community-based agencies.
- Collected data on social work continuum of prevention and care.
- Coordinated performance management and quality improvement data for management and employees.
PROFESSIONAL education
Five Towns College, Dix Hills, New York
Master of Education (MEd), Teacher Education - 2013
Fordham University School of Social Services, New York, NY
Master of Social Work (MSW), 2002
SUNY, College at Old Westbury, Westbury, New York
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Health & Society - 1998
Certifications:
New York State License, Early Childhood Education & Special Education
State of Connecticut, Licensed Master of Social Work (MSW)
Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts, Kingston, Jamaica West Indies - Art Therapy, 2015
- Autism and Literacy Workshop
- Introduction to ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)
- Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting
- Suicide Prevention Workshop