Shayla Bradford
San Jose
Summary
Experienced in supporting youth through individualized plans and instructional activities. Proficient in organizing and facilitating programs that promote social skills and life skills development. Ready to leverage strong communication and problem-solving skills in a Social Worker - Child and Youth role to positively impact families and communities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Ed Aide
Leigh Highschool
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted special education teachers and general education teachers in creating and implementing individualized educational plans for students with disabilities.
- Organized and facilitated instructional activities that encouraged active participation from all students.
- Facilitated small group activities designed to promote social skills development among students.
Social Work Student Intern
Rebekah Children Services
03.2025 - 10.2025
- SAFE (Strengthening All Families Equitably) program conducting outreach calls to families providing information about available resources we offer.
- Educate families on program eligibility requirements and guide them through intake over the phone and then schedule them to meet with Case Manager.
- CAPS (Child Abuse Prevention Services) program where I plan and facilitate classes for youth ages 7-12 teaching them life skills with up to 15 students in group two hours on a weekly basis.
- Trained volunteers on best practices when working with at-risk populations.
Office Specialist III
Santa Clara County Parks & Rec
03.2024 - 10.2025
- Review documents, records, and forms for accuracy and completeness and adherence to relevant rules and regulations.
- Maintain accurate and organized filling systems for confidential documents ensuring efficient retrieval and compliance with record keeping standards.
- Created detailed reports using Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and other software applications.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
360 Degree Customer Inc.
03.2021 - 12.2023
- Observed rules and safety regulations of organization while carrying out assigned tasks.
- Organized and assisted with events, activities and programs to drive outreach initiatives.
- Served meals at soup kitchens and food pantries to alleviate hunger in the community.
- Assisted with communication, social skills development, and self-regulation techniques throughout the school day.
Volunteer
Front Door Communities
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Observed rules and safety regulations of organization while carrying out assigned tasks.
- Organized and assisted with events, activities and programs to drive outreach initiatives.
- Served meals at soup kitchens and food pantries to alleviate hunger in the community.
Volunteer
Bible Way Christian Center
01.2015 - 12.2020
- Served meals at soup kitchens and food pantries to alleviate hunger in the community.
- Went out into homeless encampments in Milpitas and San Jose bringing food and essential supplies directly to those in need.
Education
Bachelor’s degree - Social Work
Grand Canyon University
11.2025
Skills
- Effective Time Management
- Strong Communication Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Adaptable
- SharePoint
- Excel/Microsoft
- Classroom management
- Behavior redirection
Timeline
Social Work Student Intern
Rebekah Children Services
03.2025 - 10.2025
Office Specialist III
Santa Clara County Parks & Rec
03.2024 - 10.2025
Special Ed Aide
Leigh Highschool
10.2023 - Current
Volunteer
Front Door Communities
03.2023 - 06.2023
360 Degree Customer Inc.
03.2021 - 12.2023
Volunteer
Bible Way Christian Center
01.2015 - 12.2020
Bachelor’s degree - Social Work
Grand Canyon University