Peggy Hodges
Knoxville,TN
Summary
I have 15+ years of mentoring children and teens from all walks of life. A wonderful tapestry of ethnicities, cultures, and economic backgrounds -ones from hard places. It has been my joy and privilege to be their safe place and friend, helping them navigate big feelings, process trauma, overcome generational cycles, and blossom into the best version of themselves.
I have a small plaque that was given to me years ago that says, You are safe. You are heard. You are loved. You are not alone. You are valued. There is hope.
I have been intentional to convey this message to each one that I have mentored.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Online ESL Teacher
Cambly English, Inc
01.2021 - Current
- Creating and customizing lessons based on th goals and objectives of each student, or guiding them thru material of their choice. Providing gentle guidance and feedback along the way.
- Communicates with students thru the Cambly site, using webcams and headphones.
- Promotes critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.
Teacher
Knoxville Baptist Christian School
08.2024 - Current
- Creates lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Modifies lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Case Manager
Berean Children's Home
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Supervised, directed, and monitored the activities, appointments, and daily schedules of the children in the care of the home.
- Maintenance of residents files, providing required documentation in a timely manner to those in the child's circle of support.
- Developed and implemented curriculum aligning with DCS standards in coordination with the monthly area of emphasis, used in both small group and individual sessions.
- Strived to develop and maintain a trust based relationship with each individual that I served, being vigilant to detect changes in their lives that could impact their well being.
Pre-K Teacher
Chambliss Center for Children
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Group Home Supervisor/DSP
Public Partnerships
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Helped to develop the clients ISP, meet weekly goals, and document daily status.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN02-2021
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN05-2017
Skills
- Observant
- Authentic
- Culturally Sensitive
- Compassionate
- Active Listener
- Great Communication Skills
Timeline
Teacher
Knoxville Baptist Christian School
08.2024 - Current
Case Manager
Berean Children's Home
08.2023 - 06.2024
Pre-K Teacher
Chambliss Center for Children
08.2021 - 05.2023
Online ESL Teacher
Cambly English, Inc
01.2021 - Current
Group Home Supervisor/DSP
Public Partnerships
08.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Capella University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Chattanooga State Community College
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