Jennifer Bowling
Puxico,MO
Summary
Dynamic Foster Care Case Manager with Every Child's Hope, skilled in individualized service planning and child advocacy. Proven ability to enhance family stability and improve children's well-being through collaborative problem-solving and multidisciplinary teamwork. Recognized for excellent communication and organizational skills, ensuring compliance and positive outcomes for foster children.
Foster care professional equipped with background in developing and overseeing comprehensive care plans for children and families. Known for fostering strong team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Recognized for adaptability and reliable support in dynamic environments, with key skills in case management and crisis resolution.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Foster Care Case Manager
Every Child's Hope
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted in developing individualized service plans for foster children.
- Coordinated with families, social workers, and community resources to ensure support.
- Documented case notes and maintained accurate records for compliance purposes.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of foster care regulations.
- Supported family meetings to facilitate communication and address concerns.
- Monitored progress of cases and reported updates to supervisors regularly.
- Engaged in conflict resolution strategies during challenging situations with families.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create a safe environment for children.
- Completed regular visitations to check on children, families and home environments.
- Advocated for foster children by facilitating access to community resources and services to maximize safety and well-being of child.
- Checked with newly placed children frequently to support comprehensive success and assimilation.
- Strengthened child-parent relationships through facilitating supervised visitations and providing support during reunification processes.
- Expedited permanency planning processes by diligently working towards reunification or adoption when appropriate.
- Safeguarded children''s rights by advocating for their best interests in court hearings and collaborating closely with legal representatives.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best possible outcomes for children in foster care.
- Enhanced family stability by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized service plans.
- Ensured timely completion of documentation, including case notes, court reports, and treatment plans to maintain compliance with state regulations.
- Improved children''s well-being by coordinating appropriate medical, educational, and therapeutic services.
Teacher
Zalma School District
07.2022 - 06.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligning with curriculum standards.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to enhance instructional practices and share resources.
- Adapted teaching techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching methodologies and stay current with educational trends.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Teacher
Puxico School District
07.2017 - 12.2021
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO05-2017
Associate of Arts - Middle School Education
Three Rivers Community College
Poplar Bluff05.2014
Skills
- Trauma experience
- Individualized service planning
- Professional boundaries
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Case planning
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Case service plans
- Child advocacy
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Case management
Timeline
Foster Care Case Manager
Every Child's Hope
10.2025 - Current
Teacher
Zalma School District
07.2022 - 06.2025
Teacher
Puxico School District
07.2017 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Education
Southeast Missouri State University
Associate of Arts - Middle School Education
Three Rivers Community College