Dedicated Community Education Specialist with expertise in program implementation, collaboration, and advocacy for special populations. Proficient in facilitating training and enhancing community resources to drive impactful outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Education Specialist
Northern Valley Catholic Social Service
Chico, CA
03.2018 - Current
Planned and implemented bi monthly nutrition classes that included handouts, food demonstrations, local resources, exercise and some gardening.
Facilitated training to new staff on programming and program delivery.
Collaborated with community organizations to support the needs of Cal Fresh eligible populations. This includes a yearly monthly calendar at all sites, constant communication and flexibility around staff and tenants / members schedules.
Implemented market walks to encourage shopping local and working with EBT market walk and encouraging tenants / members to talk with the farmers.
Independent Living Program Coordinator
Northern Valley Catholic Social Service
Red Bluff, CA
07.2000 - 06.2017
Provided case management to Foster Youth ages 16-21. Services included job search, life skills classes, college assistance, obtaining documents.
Collaborated with Social Services, foster families, community providers and the youth.
Transported youth to conferences and advocated for foster youth rights at the local and state level.
Career & Technical Education Program Specialist at Mountain View Los Altos Union High School DistrictCareer & Technical Education Program Specialist at Mountain View Los Altos Union High School District
High School Mathematics Teacher Grades 9-12 (Ameri at Alhosn Governmental School.High School Mathematics Teacher Grades 9-12 (Ameri at Alhosn Governmental School.