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Angela Ramsden

Angela Ramsden

Hancock,NH

Summary

Passionate social worker eager to re-enter a life of service to special needs children. Although most recent position was in finance, the skills of relationship building, trust, effective listening & communication, leadership and professional development all have attributed to a well-rounded professional. Excited to work with children with autism again, inspiring them to reach their full potential and supporting their goals, relationships and families.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Wellness Advocate

Primerica Financial Services
Hancock, NH
06.2019 - 07.2022
  • Empowered families to improve their finances through education, coaching and solution implementation
  • Implemented strategies to decrease debt, properly protect and build financial security for families
  • Created detailed analysis with goals of family first and clear, specific path to success

Paraprofessional II

ConVal School District
Peterborough , NH
02.2014 - 06.2019
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with professionals re: IEP, and safety/progress of students
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
  • Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
  • Organized and guided skills practice, research and memorization tasks for students.

Program Manager

Community Resources For Justice
Keene, NH
11.1996 - 12.2001
  • Supported and supervised foster care placements for children and adults with developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnosis
  • Collaborated regularly with multidisciplinary team including foster parents, case managers, therapists and/or guardians of residents, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Responded to injuries, accidents, and allegations of abuse and misconduct by following company policies and when appropriate, law enforcement.
  • Designed and implemented Individual Treatment Plans for clients with range of abilities
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired staff members offering exceptional talent and brought great skills to team.

Education

Master's in Social Work - Social Work

State University of NY
Albany, NY
1997

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Adelphi University
Garden City, NY
1990

Skills

  • Supported student with Autism for four years
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Individualized Educational Plans
  • Coordinating services for special needs children
  • Teacher Support and Collaboration
  • Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
  • Calm and Patient Demeanor
  • Creating Safe Learning Environments

Volunteer Work

PTO President for eight years at two schools

Vacation Bible School Director & Sunday School teacher for three years

Girl Scout Leader for four years

Classroom volunteer at elementary and middle schools for 10 years

Board of Directors for Project Shakespeare for six years

Timeline

Financial Wellness Advocate

Primerica Financial Services
06.2019 - 07.2022

Paraprofessional II

ConVal School District
02.2014 - 06.2019

Program Manager

Community Resources For Justice
11.1996 - 12.2001

Master's in Social Work - Social Work

State University of NY

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Adelphi University
Angela Ramsden