Nora Mcdevitt-Hickey Email & Phone Number

San Mateo County, California, United States

• Currently working with intellectually & developmentally disabled individuals as an Ongoing Social Worker.
• Utilize Person-Centered Practices to assess the unique needs of intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals and their families
• Develop and implement Individual Program Plans (IPPs) while coordinating associated services to support individuals in achieving their goals and desired outcomes
• Advocate for individuals and their families to ensure they receive entitled services and that their rights are upheld
• Promote active involvement of individuals and their families in utilizing available resources to enhance their quality of life and community integration
• Initiate and monitor referrals to vendored services, assessing their availability and effectiveness in meeting the needs of the individuals supportedGGRC is a non-profit organization that provides assistance to support.

• Provided strengths-based push-in and pull-out student support for 2nd-4th graders
• Focused on building strong foundational skills in literacy, comprehension strategies, the writing process and essential number sense concepts in coordination with secondary teaching teams and the Dean of Mathematics
• Participated in Student Support Team meetings and contributed observations, data, and insights for students who may experience academic, social, and emotional challenges.
• Provided support for individual students with identified needs, including periodic literacy and comprehension assessments

• Developed Legally Compliant Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), scheduled for and led virtual and in-person collaborative IEP team meetings with all teachers, parents, administrators, and other specialists
• Customized and differentiated lesson plans to accommodate students’ needs
• Collaborated with service providers and teachers to support students' academic and social emotional growth
• Administered Standardized Academic Assessments and Interpreted Data into Written Academic Reports
• Provided Direct, Individualized Instruction in an engaging and safe environment with Multi-Sensory ActivitiesThe Resource Specialist Program (RSP) is a program to help children who qualify for Special Education.

• Executed the full schedule of a regular teacher
• Implemented lesson plans and provided feedback to the teacher
• Created a safe, productive, and respectful learning environment

San Francisco

• Facilitated groups of youth ages 6-9, average of 10-15 children
• Taught creative approaches to climbing instruction/curriculum
• Prepared/led team bonding exercises and skill-based activities

San Francisco

• Effective interpersonal, time management, and planning skills
• Organized written notes for presentation of information to patient
• Scheduled ancillary services and managed insurance paperwork

San Francisco

• Observed and reported patient conditions, reactions, and responses
• Performed clerical duties and administered active manual therapeutic exercises
• Educated patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines

San Francisco

San Francisco

• Delivered excellent customer service with a professional demeanor
• Maintained area and equipment in a clean and organized manner
• Preparation of food and drinks

• Assisted instructors in the implementation of various physical activities: tennis, swimming, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and martial arts
• Helped children ages 7-10 increase sports-based skills, and encouraged social interaction, teamwork, and development of personal strengths

HSU Marketplace

• Worked in a high pressure and demanding environment
• Trained and mentored new team members on job duties
• Handled cash and credit card transactions

Kinesiology Department

• Prepared and co-led weekly fitness classes for faculty and staff members with the assistance of a Kinesiology professor
• ‘Strength/Cardio Fusion’ incorporated dynamic movements into an inclusive strength, cardio, and flexibility routine
• 'Floor Fitness Fusion' incorporated flexibility, yoga, core work, and strength endurance exercises performed on floor mats

San Francisco

• Managed payroll adjustments and time/attendance inquiries
• Recorded hours for all employees into an Excel spreadsheet
• Processed payroll and provided reports to the director for review

San Francisco

• Lead Counselor at the largest and most socioeconomically and ethnically diverse camp in the non-profit Camp EDMO organization
• Facilitated groups of youth ages 5-12, average of 20 children
• Planned and led youth in STEAM curriculum, organized recreational games, and creative team bonding exercises
• Training in group management, conflict resolution, emotional support, and outdoor recreation
• Provided parents with updates on children’s behavior and achievements

Westfield San Francisco Centre, 865 Market Street #148, San Francisco, CA 94103

• Created a welcoming environment for customers
• Managed payment transactions with accuracy and accountability
• Quickly and efficiently served customers, registering zero complaints

San Francisco

• Facilitated groups of youth ages 4-8, average of 10 children
• Responsible for leading art activities in a classroom setting

Master Of Arts In Special Education, Special Education And Teaching, 3.93 Gpa

Bachelor Of Science - B.S., Kinesiology And Exercise Science, 3.61 Gpa

Activities and Societies: • Co-Events Coordinator Officer for Kinesiology Student Association • Rock Climbing Club

Kinesiology And Exercise Science

Activities and Societies: • Y.E.S. Volunteer Program [Youth Educational Services] • Kinesiology Club • Co-ed Intramural Basketball League

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: • Volunteer Literacy and Mathematics Tutor for Cobb Elementary School • Varsity Basketball Team Captain • J.V..

6Th-8Th

Activities and Societies: Varsity Basketball, J.V. Volleyball, Theatre

K-5Th

Pre-K