Overdose, Injury, and Violence Prevention

• Manage and monitor all COVID-19 inquiries, confirmed positive cases, and screening testing program of the school population, ensuring compliance with DC Health and CDC guidelines• Respond to positive COVID cases by communication with families and staff and following mandated protocols, including reporting positive cases to DC Health• Achieving 100% weekly participation in COVID testing of all staff and students for 65 consecutive weeks and counting, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for all members of the school community • Collaborate with other school administrators and staff to identify and anticipate potential problems and develop and implement comprehensive health and safety protocols, contributing to a successful school reopening and ongoing operations during the COVID-19 pandemic• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of testing participation, positive COVID cases, and COVID vaccinations to identify potential areas for improvement and adjust as necessary to ensure an efficient and effective testing process• Utilize excellent communication skills to educate staff and students on the importance of COVID testing, addressing concerns, and answering questions to ensure understanding and buy-in• Recommended and implemented COVID-19 screening testing program for the school population, saving $40 thousand a month in projected testing costs• Oversee prognosis of various illnesses and educating school population on evidence-based public health practices (i.e., COVID-19, monkeypox, anaphylaxis, HFMD, influenza, RSV, asthma, seasonal allergies)• Possess a comprehensive understanding of current DC Health and Safety Guidance for Schools, which enable effective and compliant management of the school’s COVID-19 response efforts

• Utilized student assessment data to drive instruction and create effective weekly lesson plans, activities, and events that helped students reach their personalized academic goals• Demonstrated a strong commitment to fostering positive relationships with students and their families, promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment • Facilitated daily and quarterly communication with families and stakeholders to discuss student engagement and behavior, academic achievement, and progress towards social, emotional, and intellectual developmental milestones• Developed engaging and dynamic lessons, activities, and field trips that aligned with student needs and interests, leading to increased student engagement and motivation• Maintained a thorough understanding of current best practices in education and developing IEPs, utilizing new and innovative instructional methods and technologies to enhance student learning• Worked closely with other teachers and instructional coaches to align programming and instruction with district and state standards, ensuring high-quality education for all students

• Designed and executed a focus group to gather qualitative and quantitative data from LGBTQ+ students on their experiences with alcohol and other drug (AOD) use, stigma, and awareness of campus resources• Directed a panel discussion for 200 students, exploring the historical context of LGBTQ+ club culture, the health outcomes of the LGBTQ+ community relating to AOD, and its public health implications• Led the launch of an informational event, “Coping with the Crisis,” which educated 50 freshman residents about the United States opioid crisis through interactive games and dissemination materials• Developed a deep understanding of the unique health and wellness needs of LGBTQ+ students and the impact of AOD use and stigma on their communities, contributing to program evaluation and process improvement initiatives• Contributed to the development of innovative strategies and solutions with community-specific research finding to key stakeholders to address substance abuse and equitable healthcare issues for LGBTQ+ students

· Managed the reception area for administrative officers and addressed client needs by delegating their specific concerns to certain colleagues or independently troubleshooting the client queries· Supported the Human Resources department by training newly hired employees, reviewing their tax and other supporting documents upon hiring, and distributing paychecks to over 100 employees biweekly· Coded, budgeted, and organized confidential information to financial databases to support the Business Office