Al Petit
@alpetit
Motivated Communications graduate dedicated to youth wellbeing and support.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Communications graduate with a Bachelor of Arts from Rowan University, specializing in Strategic Communications. My passion lies in improving the wellbeing and coping skills of at-risk youth. I have honed my skills in diffusing tense situations and overseeing safety protocols, ensuring that the needs of students and their families are met through effective communication and social emotional learning.
Throughout my career, I have held various roles in educational settings, including my current position as a Behaviorist at Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School. Here, I prepare and lead restorative intervention data trackers and collaborate with teachers to implement best practices for student behavior. My previous experience as Dean of Students at Belmont Charter Middle School allowed me to facilitate academic improvement through counseling and mentorship, significantly enhancing student engagement and attendance.
As a self-starter, I am driven to build strong relationships with families and communities, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive. I am committed to professional development and leadership, continually seeking opportunities to grow and make a positive impact in the lives of young people.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
RTI/SPED Behaviorist
Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School
Sep 2024 - Present (9 months)
Prepared and led restorative intervention data tracking for Tier 2 & Tier 3 support students. Collaborated with teachers for IEP and behavioral plan input, coordinating small group pull-out sessions with Second Steps RTI programming.
Youth Counselor
Center for Family Services
Jun 2018 - Present (7 years)
Supervised individuals in a small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence, and structure. Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels, and wrote reports for family and caregivers documenting progress and therapy milestones.
Dean of Students
Belmont Charter School Network
Aug 2021 - Jul 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Facilitated academic improvement through individual and group counseling, peer-to-peer feedback, and team building, while also developing school-based culture. Implemented and managed student support structures for at-risk youth, successfully executing Tier 1 Intervention strategies.
Dean & Truancy/Attendance Coordinator
ALS Education
Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Facilitated school-wide incentives for scholars and developed attendance and truancy reports for homes, ensuring families abided by state laws. Conducted data reports for student attendance and graduation credits, scheduling meetings with parents, admin, teachers, and students for truancy.
Assistant Dean of Students
Mastery Charter Schools of Camden/Philadelphia
Sep 2019 - Aug 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Monitored at-risk students by maintaining positive, constructive, and professional relationships with students, their families, and colleagues. Ensured students upheld the code of conduct and school culture policies, and participated in professional development for classroom management and behavioral tactics.
Education
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Rowan University
Bachelor of Arts, Strategic Communications
Majored in Strategic Communications and minored in Africana Studies. Focused on developing strong communication skills and understanding diverse cultural contexts.
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