Alana Seishas
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Certified and licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant, graduating with highest honors from Sacramento City College. Level II fieldwork experience in skilled nursing and school-based settings. Brings 13 years as a paraeducator with Elk Grove Unified School District, with strengths in communication, adaptability, and collaborative care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Elk Grove Unified School District
Elk Grove, CA
09.2013 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance student support services.
- Reported on IEP progress to ensure alignment with student goals.
- Participated in training sessions to improve instructional techniques.
- Instructed neurodiverse children individually or in small groups to foster mastery of course concepts.
Occupational Therapy Intern
Gramercy Court Skilled Nursing and Rehab
Sacramento, California
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Implemented individualized treatment plans under OT supervision for patients with orthopedic, neurological, and chronic conditions.
- Delivered skilled interventions targeting ADLs, functional mobility, strength, endurance, and cognitive function, enhancing patient engagement and recovery.
- Instructed patients and caregivers in home exercise programs, safety strategies, and proper use of assistive devices.
- Monitored patient response to treatment, modifying interventions based on performance and clinical presentation to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
- Documented treatments and patient progress in compliance with facility and regulatory standards.
- Assisted with evaluations by gathering objective data on functional abilities and occupational performance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care and discharge planning.
- Promoted patient safety and independence through tailored therapeutic activities and environmental modifications, supporting successful transitions to home.
Occupational Therapy Intern
Elk Grove Unified School District
Sacramento, CA
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Implemented individualized OT interventions under supervision targeting fine motor, sensory processing, and functional participation.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions enhancing social skills, motor coordination, and behavioral regulation for diverse clients.
- Applied sensory integration techniques to support attention, self-regulation, and engagement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team and educators to support goal carryover across environments.
- Monitored progress and documented adjustments to interventions based on student performance, ensuring tailored support.
- Educated staff and caregivers on strategies fostering independence and active participation in daily activities.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CA 01.2024 - 12.2025
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Treatment planning
- Documentation skills
- Individualized education
- Organization
- Communication skills
- Patient rapport
Certification
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Certification Number: 549424
- Licensed OTA - License Number: 7501
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Intern
Gramercy Court Skilled Nursing and Rehab
10.2025 - 12.2025
Occupational Therapy Intern
Elk Grove Unified School District
02.2025 - 04.2025
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Sacramento City College
01.2024 - 12.2025
Paraeducator, Special Education
Elk Grove Unified School District
09.2013 - Current