Tanner Elizabeth Carter
Nashville
Summary
Goal-driven social worker successful at cultivating productive relationships with students, families and teachers alike. Passionate about providing needed assistance to build social and academic skills. Decisive and proactive leader.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Success Coach
Goodwill Of Middle Tennessee
Nashville, TN
02.2025 - Current
- Provide hands-on training to help individuals with disabilities develop the skills needed for their roles.
- Form partnerships with local service providers to help individuals with disabilities develop job skills, participate in job training programs, and secure employment.
- Keep track of all the services provided to the individuals, noting their progress, training, and results to make sure everything is recorded properly.
School Social Work Intern
Metro Nashville Public Schools
Nashville, TN
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Met students where they were emotionally and developmentally and led small-group social-emotional learning (SEL) sessions.
- Communicated with families to provide updates and connect them to resources.
- Assisted with behavior intervention strategies and classroom support plans.
Paraprofessional
Metro Nashville Public School
Nashville, TN
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Actively participated in professional development, gaining skills in special education practices, behavioral management, and effective student engagement techniques.
- Organized and led small group instruction to reinforce classroom lessons, enhance student understanding, and support individualized learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and support staff to implement personalized strategies for students with disabilities, ensuring a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Field Practicum
Hills and Dales
Dubuque, IA
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Implemented tailored ABA plans to enhance communication, social skills, academics, and adaptive behavior for children with autism.
- Accurately documented session data, including methods used, child responses, and progress towards goals, to ensure effective monitoring and improvement strategies.
- Helped improve the lives of adults with disabilities by supporting their personal goals and plans, and making sure they have positive experiences.
Youth Care Worker
Hillcrest Family Services
Dubuque, IA
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Created and implemented engaging activities and discussions to encourage active participation and foster a positive group dynamic.
- Facilitated small group sessions focused on independent living skills, providing guidance and support to adolescents on topics such as housing, financial management, and education.
Education
Master Of Social Work -
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN05.2026
Bachelor of Art - Social Work
Loras College
Dubuque, IA07.2024
Abroad Student - undefined
St. Mary’s University
Twickenham, England12.2023
Skills
- Student Advocacy
- Social-Emotional Learning Support
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Intervention
- Individual Student Support
- Youth and Family Engagement
- Special Education Collaboration
- Case Management
- School-Community Partnerships
- Conflict Resolution
- Data Tracking and Progress Monitoring
- Program Coordination
- Relationship Building
- Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Timeline
School Social Work Intern
Metro Nashville Public Schools
01.2026 - 04.2026
Disability Success Coach
Goodwill Of Middle Tennessee
02.2025 - Current
Paraprofessional
Metro Nashville Public School
08.2024 - 02.2025
Field Practicum
Hills and Dales
04.2024 - 07.2024
Youth Care Worker
Hillcrest Family Services
01.2024 - 06.2024
Abroad Student - undefined
St. Mary’s University
Master Of Social Work -
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Art - Social Work
Loras College