Teresa German is a social worker and consultant with over 15 years of experience in housing development, property management, case management, and grant administration. She holds an M.S. in Social Work from Rutgers University and a B.A. in Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. German has worked for various government and nonprofit organizations, developing affordable housing units, determining client eligibility, and managing federal funding programs. She is currently an independent consultant providing services such as grant review, needs assessments, and data analysis. German has also founded three organizations focused on mentoring at-risk youth, vision boards, and apparel/novelty products.

1. Teresa German
Scotrun, Pa. 18355
(973) 432-6714
germanteresa@aol.com
EDUCATION
M.S. Social Work - Concentration (Admin., Policy & Planning) 2010
Rutgers University
B.A. Psychology - Minor Fine Arts 2002
Fairleigh Dickinson University
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Consultant/Independent Contractor 2007-2014
Federal Government; Various Employers
 Review and score grants for allocation process independently and as part of panel
 Determine client eligibility by completing HPRP Stimulus Assessments
 Analyze data
 Develop surveys
 Work on other social service projects as needed
Various Positions (see below) 2004-2008
New Bridge Services, Pompton Plains, NJ
Positions held within this company:
Real Estate Coordinator (promotion) 2007-2008
o Housing Development and Property Management
o Assisted in developing and maintaining 100 affordable housing units in
Morris and Passaic counties
o Continued assuming Administrative Housing Coordinator responsibilities
Administrative Housing Services Coordinator (promotion) 2006-2007
o Leasing agent-landlord for all housing units
o Administrative duties involved in applying for and maintaining federal and
State funding for housing projects and individuals
o Determined client eligibility and compliance
o Identified appropriate rental units
o Maintained online databases for tracing of vacant units and housing/support services
o Attend meetings and trainings
Case Manager (Housing Specialist HUD Projects) 2004-2006
o Assumed project manager/administrative responsibilities for several sites
o Determined site and client eligibility and compliance
o Assisted residents with maintaining safe, clean, and affordable housing
o Managed conflicts
o Provided mentoring services and evaluations as needed
o Assisted with daily life activities and advocated on behalf of clients

2. Human Services Specialist 2002-2003
Multicultural Community Services, Edison, NJ
 Provided supervision of sibling/family visits for families receiving services from D.Y.F.S.
 Provided coaching on positive interactions and life skills and behaviors
 Documented appropriately and maintained files to be used in court system
Student Union Building Manager/Information Desk Manager 2000-2002
Fairleigh Dickinson University, Teaneck, NJ
 Enrolled and managed staff members
 Implemented staff summer training program
 Organized campus events/trips/Advertising Campaigns
 Responsible for opening and closing of building
 In charge of gathering and dispersing local information to campus
 Problem solver for campus and local leaders in meetings
INTERNSHIP/FELLOWSHIP EXPERIENCE(S)
Graduate Fellowship 2009-2010
Eagleton Institute of Politics
 Gained priceless knowledge about government, the practice of politics,
and public/social policy while working alongside today’s politicians
 Worked closely with NJ state and Middlesex county housing stakeholders regarding
housing policy’s for low income families and individuals
 Engaged in problem solving task meetings with diverse groups such as
senators, congressmen, social workers, etc;
 Attended lectors from former and current politicians who spoke on a various topics
Graduate Internship 2009-2010
Middlesex County Government: Department of Human Services
 Participated in the Support Grant Review Panel and allocation process
 Engaged in comprehensive planning for housing and social services
 Advocated, analyzed, planned, and reported for programs and policies
 Reviewed proposals and needs assessments
 Interacted in meetings with stakeholders
Graduate Internship 2008–2009
Who Is My Neighbor Inc. (WIMNI)
 Acted as Executive Aide to Executive Director
 Planned & co-facilitated a Girls Group for preteens
 Researched, analyzed agency concerns
 Grant reporting
 Liaison between Ten Thousand Villages, RU Oxfam, RC HP Affordable Housing Corp. and
WIMNI
 Acted as staff for RC HP Affordable Housing Corporation: regarding tenant rights (housing
policy) and housing development concerns

3. ADDITIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Creator & Facilitator of Three D Vision Boards Inc. 2013-current
 Generate questionnaires as data gathering tools to be used on the vision boards
 Design and implement therapy programs using Vision Boards
 Merchandising, supply, and delivery
 Developing classroom curriculum and workshops
Founder & CEO of Teelosophe Apparel & Novelty Corporation 2007-2014
 Recruit, hire, and manage employees and volunteers
 Develop graphic art designs for merchandise/marketing material
 Cultivate and manage new and existing business relationships
 Generate and execute a marketing plan
Founder of the nonprofit organization, serving at risk youth, Mentor’s R Us Inc
2004-current
 Supervise volunteers
 Researched and developed a business plan
 Developed and manage budget
 Instruct, advise, and recruit board members/volunteers
 Collaborate with public and private sector leaders
 Developed marketing plan and materials
PHILANTHROPY
 Celebration Committee Member for Habitat for Humanity 2012 – Present
 Various Volunteering Pocono Community Church 2012 – Present
 Organizer/Participant Valentine’s Day Crafts Children’s Specialized Hospital
 Preparation for Katrina Victims Delaney Homes Perth Amboy
 Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk
 Prepared Mailers - Child Abuse Prevention Awareness
 All Star Talent Show
 Habitat for Humanity home building
HONORS/AWARDS
 Dream Team Graduate Community Church 2015
 Eagleton Institute of Politics Fellow & Award Recipient 09 – 10
 US Congressional Reception Narrative Published 2007
 Cambridge Who’s Who Executive & Professional Honoree 2007
 Dean’s List/Honor’s List FDU
 Academic Achievement Awards EOF;
 Chi Alpha Epsilon Honor Society Honoree 2003
 Who’s Who Among American Universities Award Recipient 2002
References Available Upon Request