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Fiona Fodera
@fionafodera
Dedicated education professional specializing in mental health and counseling.
What I'm looking for
I am a passionate education professional with a dual Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling from Walden University. My journey in education began with a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and has evolved through various roles, including Executive Assistant and Behavioral Specialist. I thrive on creating supportive environments for children and families, ensuring their developmental needs are met.
In my current role at Second Start Learning Disabilities Program, I manage enrollment and operations, conduct family interviews, and lead training workshops for teachers. My collaborative approach with human resources and finance departments has streamlined operations across multiple locations. I have a proven track record of developing behavior plans for at-risk children and training educators on effective classroom management strategies.
With experience as a Preschool Teacher and Child and Family Specialist, I have honed my skills in planning activities, documenting progress, and collaborating with specialists to support children with diverse needs. My commitment to fostering growth and development in every child drives my professional ethos.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Executive Assistant / Registrar
Second Start Learning Disabilities Program, Inc
Aug 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)
Managed enrollment and operations alongside the school director, conducting family interviews, leading teacher training workshops, and organizing fundraising events. Collaborated with HR and finance departments to ensure consistent operations across Nevada and California locations.
Behavioral Specialist
Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows - ELC 2
Feb 2022 - Aug 2022 (6 months)
Conducted observations and assessments on at-risk children to create and implement behavior plans, aiding in building developmental skills. Trained teachers on classroom management, child development, conscious discipline, and behavior management.
Preschool Teacher
Community Services Agency - Head Start
Jul 2021 - Feb 2022 (7 months)
Planned and managed daily activities for preschool children, documented developmental progress, and provided referrals for at-risk children. Supervised an assistant, conducting monthly progress meetings and providing ongoing mentoring.
Child and Family Specialist
Community Services Agency - Head Start
Oct 2020 - Jul 2021 (9 months)
Conducted family interviews to identify needs and problem-solve solutions with diverse families, facilitating goal setting and providing resources. Maintained detailed child files, ensuring regular health check-ups and immunizations.
English as a Second Language Teacher
Centro de Educacion Continua
Jan 2018 - Oct 2020 (2 years 9 months)
Created and implemented curriculum on advanced grammatical structures for ESL students aged 13-55 to achieve B2-C1 language fluency. Implemented activities with limited resources to prepare students for biweekly exams and edited written work, improving grammatical usage.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Walden University
Master of Science (Dual Degree), Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling
Pursued a dual degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling. This program focused on preparing for roles in mental health and school-based counseling.
Oregon State University
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish
Completed a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on Spanish. This involved extensive study of the Spanish language, culture, and literature.
University of Nevada, Reno
Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies
Earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies. The curriculum covered various aspects of human growth and family dynamics.
Truckee Meadows Community College
Associate of Arts, Early Childhood Education
Obtained an Associate of Arts degree with a specialization in Early Childhood Education. This program provided foundational knowledge in educating young children.
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