Implement outreach services for residents in need by completing intake assessments to make appropriate referrals. Assist with applications to government assistance programs such as fuel assistance, food stamps, legal aid, medical insurance, meals on wheels and real estate tax exemptions.
Evaluate residents’ financial needs and provide recommendations to the Select Board regarding distribution of aid from the Town of Upton’s Knowlton-Risteen Welfare Trust Fund.
Manage the daily operations of Upton Community Center Food Pantry, including maintaining the budget, donations and distribution of items, and scheduling and supervision of food pantry volunteers.
Coordinate and execute senior center activities, events, and programs by partnering with colleagues, community organizations, volunteers, instructors and entertainers.
Record and update client case notes in My Senior Center database. Assist colleagues with uploading programs, activity schedules, and participant attendance for all senior center programs.
Collaborate with Mendon-Upton School District to implement and maintain Senior-Student Pen Pal Program, launched Fall 2024.
Developmental Specialist
Thom Child and Family Services
01.2022 - 08.2022
Supported families of children ages birth to three years old who had or were at risk for developmental delays through in-home visits and parent coaching.
Coordinated and scheduled a client caseload of 15-20 families for weekly in-home services.
Managed confidential client records and files in accordance with MA DPH regulations and timelines.
Private Nanny
Private Family
07.2021 - 12.2021
Daily care of two young children.
Organized and engaged in fun, educational indoor and outdoor games, and activities while developmentally appropriate skills and learning.
Provided balanced nutrition while ensuring food safety for a child with severe allergies.
Preschool Pod Instructor
Private Family Client
09.2020 - 06.2021
Created and executed a developmentally appropriate curriculum for kindergarten preparation.
Designed and implemented a classroom routine that promoted learning in a variety of subjects including early reading and writing, math and science concepts, calendar and weather awareness, music and arts.
Monitored and communicated individual child’s academic progress with parents.
Developmental Specialist
Criterion Child Enrichment
08.2018 - 09.2020
Provided in-home services to children 0-3 years old with developmental delays and medical diagnoses.
Administered screening evaluations under state regulations to determine eligibility for Early Intervention services.
Developed individual plans for clients to encourage growth in skills and provided family support.
Planned and led developmentally appropriate activities to children in small groups.
Toddler Teacher
The Children's Workshop
10.2017 - 08.2018
Outlined and implemented an age-appropriate curriculum to support children in growth and development.
Oversaw activities classroom activities to encourage positive peer interaction and promote growth.
Prepared reports for parents by documenting children’s progress throughout the year according to Massachusetts’ state standards.
Preschool/Toddler Teacher
Next Generation Children’s Centers
10.2016 - 10.2017
Planned and delivered educational curriculum for mixed groups of preschoolers and toddlers to promote the achievement of early skills and developmental milestones.
Supervise all classroom activities to create a safe learning environment for all students.
Document progress through Kid Reports app to promote positive teacher-parent communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Studies, Psychology, Spanish
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH
05.2016
Skills
Client case management
Elder care support
Housing navigation
Financial resources
Volunteer coordination
Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Powerpoint, Outlook and Excel
Proficient in Google Workspace including Docs, Sheets, Calendar and Gmail
Accomplishments
Mendon-Upton Regional School District Community Partner, March 2025
First Aid and CPR, June 2024
Hoarding Disorder Certification, 20 hour training, April 2023
Human Development and Family Studies Internship, 12 applicants selected each year, Fall 2015, UNH
MA EEC Infant/Toddler/Preschool Teacher Certified, June 2017
Timeline
Social Services Coordinator
Town of Upton
08.2022 - Current
Developmental Specialist
Thom Child and Family Services
01.2022 - 08.2022
Private Nanny
Private Family
07.2021 - 12.2021
Preschool Pod Instructor
Private Family Client
09.2020 - 06.2021
Developmental Specialist
Criterion Child Enrichment
08.2018 - 09.2020
Toddler Teacher
The Children's Workshop
10.2017 - 08.2018
Preschool/Toddler Teacher
Next Generation Children’s Centers
10.2016 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Studies, Psychology, Spanish
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