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Aleasha Shuemak

Columbus,OH

Summary

Dedicated and mindful Teaching Assistant offers passionate and informed support for students and staff. Experienced interpersonal communicator addresses unique queries within educational settings and accommodates staff curriculum requirements. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teaching Assistant

Tandem
06.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in the preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Served as an reliable source of support for a lead teacher during times of absence or need for additional assistance in the classroom.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education, incorporating new strategies into the classroom as appropriate.
  • Implemented engaging hands-on activities that facilitated learning through play, promoting cognitive development among students.

Mental Health Technician

Nationwide Children's Hospital
07.2023 - 11.2023
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
  • Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to thesupervising physician.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.

Teaching Assistant

Columbus Early Learning Centers
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education, incorporating new strategies into the classroom as appropriate.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while supporting an optimal learning space for students.

Behavioral Tech

I Am Boundless
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
  • Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
  • Assisted in the creation of visual supports and schedules for clients, enhancing daily routines and transitions.
  • Charted on each patient daily.
  • Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.

Resident Assistant

North Community Counseling Ctrs. Inc.
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
  • Coordinated activities and events to create a safe, positive and inclusive environment.
  • Monitored building access during evening hours to provide a secure living environment while fostering strong relationships with residents.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.

DSP

Firefly Support Services
03.2021 - 09.2021
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.

Resident Assistant

Three Creeks Senior Living
04.2019 - 02.2020
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Followed residence's service plan and provided assistance with toileting, bathing, dressing, oral hygiene and other daily living tasks.
  • Enhanced resident satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.

Mental Health Technician

Sequel Pomegranate Health Systems
06.2015 - 02.2016
  • Communicated with clients to assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.

Direct Support Professional

AddOhio
04.2008 - 06.2015
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
  • Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Franklin University
Columbus, OH
12.2024

High School Diploma -

Franklin Heights High School
Columbus, OH
06.2005

Skills

  • Language skills
  • Meal Preparation
  • Toilet training
  • Student Engagement and Development
  • Child Care
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Gentle Discipline
  • Positive Role Model
  • Activity Planning
  • State regulations knowledge
  • Care Planning
  • Case Review
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Infection Control
  • Behavior redirection
  • Individualized Support Planning
  • Safety Compliance

Certification

College course work in Psychology.

CPR and First Aid Certification


Timeline

Mental Health Technician

Nationwide Children's Hospital
07.2023 - 11.2023

Teaching Assistant

Tandem
06.2023 - Current

Teaching Assistant

Columbus Early Learning Centers
04.2023 - 06.2023

Behavioral Tech

I Am Boundless
08.2022 - 01.2023

Resident Assistant

North Community Counseling Ctrs. Inc.
01.2022 - 05.2022

DSP

Firefly Support Services
03.2021 - 09.2021

Resident Assistant

Three Creeks Senior Living
04.2019 - 02.2020

Mental Health Technician

Sequel Pomegranate Health Systems
06.2015 - 02.2016

Direct Support Professional

AddOhio
04.2008 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Franklin University

High School Diploma -

Franklin Heights High School

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