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Importance of Linkedin when Applying to Jobs Today

January 17th, 2012
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Most have heard the old saying about finding a job; “it’s not what you know, but who you know”. Connecting with the right people at the right time increases your chances of finding a job. The most indispensable tool for the job seeker today is a social networking website. Read the rest of this entry »

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Four Smart Career Goals for 2012

January 12th, 2012

Whether you are just starting out in your career, stalled at some point along the way, or actively looking for a new career, there are four things you can do in the coming months to help make 2012 a stellar year for you. Read the rest of this entry »

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Questions to Ask Before Quitting Your Job

January 11th, 2012
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The job market is making a slow recovery, and looking for a new job can be tough right now. Sometimes not working at all can seem better than being trapped in a stressful, low-paying job. In fact, you might be tempted to simply storm out without giving notice—though doing so could jeopardize your ability to maintain a good pool of references for a new job. Instead of just quitting, weigh your options and craft a plan with several possibilities. Read the rest of this entry »

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How to Land Your First Finance Job – The Ultimate Goal

January 4th, 2012

Graduating with a degree in finance, accounting, business, economics or other related fields requires equal doses of time, energy and dedication to get to that point. The real work begins in landing your first job in one of these fields. It is important to dedicate as much effort to getting hired as you did getting a degree. Read the rest of this entry »

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11 Awesome Travel Jobs

December 19th, 2011

You don’t have to wait until you’re old and retired to travel the world. These jobs will take you anywhere you want to go, and they’ll pay you for it. Read the rest of this entry »

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How Linkedin is Becoming the 21st Century’s Resume

November 18th, 2011
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In the world of social networking, job hunters can have a difficult time maintaining a professional online presence that still effectively markets their personal brands. Today, having a traditional resume with a nice layout, extensive job experience, and a master’s degree might not be enough to get your name to potential employers. For networking and other job-hunting activities, LinkedIn can be a career professional’s best resource. Read the rest of this entry »

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Interview with a Software Analyst

November 4th, 2011

 

 

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Considered working as a Software Analyst? This interview will take you through the ups and downs you can expect in the position, what it takes to land the job, what you can expect to earn and more. Read the rest of this entry »

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Interview with a Developmental Therapist

November 3rd, 2011
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Considered working as a Developmental Therapist? This interview will take you through the ups and downs you can expect in the position, what it takes to land the job, what you can expect to earn and more. This is a true career story as told to LatPro.com for its ìWhat They Donít Teachî series ñ a collection of interviews with Hispanic and bilingual professionals from a Accounts Manager to a University Professor, and everything in between.

My job title is Developmental Therapist, and I have one year of experience in this field. The tasks I complete on a typical day are therapy sessions with babies aged 0-3 that have a developmental delay.

I recently graduated from college and have experienced struggles because I am a younger therapist. However, there are many more experienced therapists that will lend a helpful hand. One therapist in general really took me under her wing and trained me. I have worked with some amazing women and learned a lot from experienced as wells as inexperienced therapists.

On a typical day a therapist will spend time playing with a child to determine the delays he or she may have. The results therapy sessions should show progress. Over a period of time, a therapist hopes to see their client progressing with speech and language development.

I speak a little bit of Spanish. Most of the families I worked with throughout this year only spoke Spanish and they taught me a lot. Learning about different cultures is important; itís what makes America the melting pot of the world!

I am very satisfied with my job but there are a few downfalls. No one can determine the amount of cases a therapist will carry. Caseloads may be high or low. However, the work is truly rewarding; Iíd say a 10 by far on a satisfaction scale. Itís important to be flexible and allow the kids to take the lead on occasion. Learning a second language, such as Spanish, is a very rewarding skill to have as a Developmental Therapist. If you know more than one language, you can reach more families.

I learned the hard way that experience is everything. Families choose a developmental therapist based on experience and not education. However, I understand that experience will come with time and am open to learning as much about Developmental Therapy as possible. My degree is in Education, yet it did not prepare me to become a therapist. I became certified through the state and one of the requirements was having a BA in Education.

The requirements for this position have changed; Early Childhood or Special Education degrees are necessary. This is crazy because the ECE degree only requires 2 years of education, and Elementary Education prepares you for lots of different scenarios, many of which I have found in my job. I can take a vacation and time off whenever I want, but donít get paid for time off.

When I first started this job I was with a different agency that ended up leaving the field. However, I was fortunate to find another agency that cares about children with special needs. My current agency is very helpful.

There were a lot of cuts because I work in a state funded program. I am simply holding on to this job because I know itís a very helpful intervention program to those who need it.

The strangest thing that has ever happened in this job is miscommunicating between my Spanish speaking only families and me. It is important to have clear communication because performing effective therapy depends on it. Agencies are looking for therapists that have passion and drive and want to make a difference.

If a friend were considering this line of work I would tell them to go for it. Every occupation experiences its highs and lows. I think that getting to know and teach a child is a gift; this is an excellent field to experience such a passion!

This job moves my heart because I know that I’m making a difference. Every time I go to a clientís home, I know I have an hour with them each week to change their lives. Also, a therapy session is a great time for the family to bond. A lot of times we forget to spend quality time with our children. During a therapy session parents can learn positive ways to enhance their childís learning experience and environment. On a side note, this is a flexible schedule position because a client can reschedule a session and so can the therapist.

This job can make a person a substantial amount of money. When I first started working with children I was making a decent salary. However, now it is down to an hourly wage. Getting paid by the hour is nice because I can focus on each family and spend the whole hour with them. I like to take my time to know the family and the child well. The better we know the families, the more the children learn!

In five years, I would still love to be doing developmental therapy. I hope I could find a full time position again.

As mentioned before, this is a very rewarding job. If you love children and have a passion for teaching ages 0-3, I would say go for it! I love working with this age group of children and helping them reach their goals. Teachers are special people and they make a true difference in the world.

I learned a lot from the families Iíve worked for as a developmental therapist. I received my certification while having two children and being married. This is an obtainable career; you only need a caring heart to begin!

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