Alejandra Meléndez
San Juan
Summary
With a Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and a Bachelor's Degree in Social Studies Education, I bring years of experience in the human development process. I possess extensive expertise in assessing and applying intervention techniques, as well as implementing study methods that enhance quality of life and foster independent living skills. In addition, my background equips me with the skills to effectively coordinate educational programs, facilitate collaboration among staff, and support individuals to reach their academic and personal growth. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Therapist
Wellness Neurodevelopmental Institute
05.2024 - Current
- Participate in the accreditation process
- Organize school activities: workshops, field trips, graduation, school calendar, parents meetings among others
- Developing lessons for school students, and selecting learning materials and resources that help achieve the curriculum objectives
- Encouraging student interest in their environment and culture
- Promoting student participation in flexible and dynamic lessons, where students' interests and responses guide the direction of the lessons
- Preparation and teaching of human development course content
- Emphasis on developing students' interest in the knowledge and practice of cooperation
- Active search for students to develop a deep civic conscience and a high sense of nationality
- Working with the intention that students learn through activities and experiences of recognized educational value in their integral formation
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Coached clients on effective coping strategies, empowering them to manage symptoms independently outside of therapy sessions.
- Offered specific advice to help clients work through educational or occupational issues.
Guidance
Guidance Centro Integral de Salud
05.2021 - 05.2024
- In charge of planning activities related to independent living skills
- Offering workshops to participants
- Individual Guidance
- Meeting with parents
- Case discussion
- Enhanced student progress by implementing individualized counseling plans and monitoring academic performance.
- Created a welcoming environment by promoting inclusivity and celebrating diversity within the school community.
- Facilitated group sessions focused on topics such as, academic skills development, career exploration, or relationship-building techniques.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their education by teaching self-advocacy skills and fostering decision-making abilities.
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Colegio Calados
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Organize school activities: workshop, field trips, graduation, school calendar, parents meetings among others
- Developing lessons for school students, and selecting learning materials and resources that help achieve the curriculum objectives
- Encouraging student interest in their environment and culture
- Promoting student participation in flexible and dynamic lessons, where students' interests and responses guide the direction of the lessons
- Preparation and teaching of human development course content
- Emphasis on developing students' interest in the knowledge and practice of cooperation
- Active search for students to develop a deep civic conscience and a high sense of nationality
- Working with the intention that students learn through activities and experiences of recognized educational value in their integral formation
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
American Academy
08.2016 - 05.2021
- Participate in accreditation process
- Organize school activities: workshop, field trips, graduation, school calendar, parents meetings among others
- Developing lessons for school students, and selecting learning materials and resources that help achieve the curriculum objectives
- Encouraging student interest in their environment and culture
- Promoting student participation in flexible and dynamic lessons, where students' interests and responses guide the direction of the lessons
- Preparation and teaching of human development course content
- Emphasis on developing students' interest in the knowledge and practice of cooperation
- Active search for students to develop a deep civic conscience and a high sense of nationality
- Working with the intention that students learn through activities and experiences of recognized educational value in their integral formation
Education
Master's Degree - Rehabilitation Counseling
Universidad Central de Bayamón
Bayamón, PR01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Universidad de Puerto Rico
Rio Piedras, PR01.2015
Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish and English)
- Ability to identify elements influencing human behavior
- Effective management
- Development and use of human factors
- Intellectual skills
- Mediation skills
- Problem assessment
- Therapy
- Innovative
- Creative
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Building rapport
- One-on-one sessions
- Multicultural Competence
- Progress assessment
- One-on-one support
- Documentation requirements
- Empathy Development
- Therapeutic Plans
- Self-Care Promotion
- Referral Coordination
- Narrative Therapy
Timeline
Special Education Therapist
Wellness Neurodevelopmental Institute
05.2024 - Current
Guidance
Guidance Centro Integral de Salud
05.2021 - 05.2024
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Colegio Calados
01.2021 - 01.2022
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
American Academy
08.2016 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Universidad de Puerto Rico
Master's Degree - Rehabilitation Counseling
Universidad Central de Bayamón
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