Shammi Carr, B.A.
203 ILR Extension Building
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853
607-255-6690
Academic Background
1. Cazenovia College – Cazenovia, NY
Received three credits for Educational Psychology, Spring 2000
2. Syracuse University – Syracuse, NY
Received three credits for Master level course – Social Policy and
Disability, Fall 1999
3. Monash University – Melbourne, New South Wales, Australia
Received 15 credits for Cultural Anthropology, Spring 1993
4. College(s) – Nazareth College -- Rochester, NY
Received B.A. – Anthropology, 1995
5. High School – P.V. Moore High -- Central Square, NY
Received Regents Diploma – June 1989
Employment Background
1. Cornell University: Northeast ADA & IT Center
201 ILR Extension Building
Ithaca, NY 14853
Dates: February 2002-present
Title: Technical Assistance Manager
Duties: Provide and coordinate, one on one consultation on issues related to ADA, and other disability rights laws, marketing and outreach to varied constituents, provide training and public speeches, use of Microsoft Office suite for information and reporting management activities.
2. ARISE, Inc.
1065 James St.
Syracuse, NY 13203
Dates: July 2001 - February 2002
Title: Director of Advocacy and Service Coordination
Duties: Oversee all fiscal and programmatic activities related to advocacy and case management, devise workshops and trainings, implement VESID and RSA work plans, supervise nine employees, participate in legislative activities. Excellentknowledge base of ADA, IDEA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
3. Exceptional Family Resources
1065 James Street
Syracuse, NY 13203
Dates: November 1998 – July 2001
Title: Advocacy Coordinator
Duties: Support parents through the Special Education process, facilitate parent training and support groups, empower parents through lay-advocacy workshops, do community outreach and sensitivity training for schools and community centers. Acted as a resource “hotline” regarding special education issues for parents and community agencies.
4. Catholic Charities, Bishop Foery Center
401 South Avenue
Syracuse, NY
Dates: December 1997 – November 1998
Title: Program Coordinator/Case Manager
Duties: Facilitated both youth and parent workshops, also supported students in after school programs, provided support and services for individuals with disabilities, case management for youth with disabilities.
5. Marriott Foodservices at Nazareth College
4245 East Avenue
Rochester, NY
Dates: August 1991 – November 1995
Title: Student Manager and Catering Assistant
Duties: Trained, supervised and managed students in all aspects of institutional food service.
Skills
Photography, computer skills (Microsoft Office suite), tenacious, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, public speaking.