Jadan Forren
Quarryville
Summary
Current AmeriCorps service member who serves as a foster parent at an NGO, tasked with fostering safe, nurturing environments for children. Adept in crisis intervention, emotional support, and developmental guidance. Strong focus on collaborative teamwork and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring reliable and impactful results. Skilled in communication, empathy, and conflict resolution, with a deep commitment to improving lives, and helping underprivileged individuals in their community.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
AmeriCorps Service Member
Casa De Esperanza
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained open communication with caseworkers and support teams to ensure that the needs of each child were being met effectively.
- Managed daily routines and schedules, fostering consistency and stability in the lives of foster children.
- Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
- Enhanced the well-being of foster children by providing a safe, nurturing environment and addressing emotional, social, and educational needs.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques to address challenging behaviors exhibited by some foster children while maintaining a supportive atmosphere within the home setting.
Landscape Gardener
Prairie Winds
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Communicated with customers by answering questions and addressing concerns to provide clients with regular updates on garden status.
- Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
Server
Dolce Vita
08.2018 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
Community Engagement Scholar
West Chester University
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Organized and participated in outreach events aimed at promoting an understanding to fellow classmates of NGOs within their community
- Completed rigorous readings as directed to support unit learning goals.
- Assisted Professor with class syllabus and class structure planning
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science: International Relations
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA05.2024
Minor - Global Studies
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA05-2024
Study Abroad - Spanish And Political Science
Universidad Veritas
10-2022
Skills
- Dependable
- Responsible
- Cultural Awareness
- Spanish Language Proficiency
- Adaptable
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Strong work ethic
Affiliations
- The Garage Youth Center, 03/2023, 05/2024, Assisted ELL students with their homework and English-learning and engaged students in activities run by Garage staff. Also served as an ESL aid for adult literacy classes.
- CWS, 07/2023, 12/2023, Mentor for a refugee from El Salvador. Assisted the mentee with reaching set goals, English language-learning, health, and any other needs that the mentee expressed.
- VBS Activities Leader, 02/2022, 2023, Planned, organized and led activities station for local church’s Vacation Bible School.
Timeline
AmeriCorps Service Member
Casa De Esperanza
09.2024 - Current
Community Engagement Scholar
West Chester University
08.2023 - 12.2023
Landscape Gardener
Prairie Winds
08.2022 - 08.2024
Server
Dolce Vita
08.2018 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science: International Relations
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Minor - Global Studies
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Study Abroad - Spanish And Political Science
Universidad Veritas
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