Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Interests
Best Supporting Actor in Drama (theatre)
Timeline

Aljoan Albia

Saint Mary's Home for Special Needs Children
Norfolk,VA

Summary

Dedicated Direct Support Professional skilled in first aid and safety, attention to detail, and collaboration. Engaged children in meaningful activities that fostered social skills and emotional growth while providing individualized care tailored to unique needs. Contributed creative insights and technical skills in video editing and cinematography, with a strong understanding of visual composition and narrative structure.

Work History

Direct Support Professional

3 Months
Saint Mary's Home for Special Needs Children | 06.2026 - 09.2026
  • Assisted in implementing individualized care plans tailored to each child's unique requirements and goals.
  • Supported daily living activities for children with special needs, enhancing their independence and well-being.
  • Monitored behavioral patterns and reported observations to supervisors for timely intervention strategies.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistent care and communication among staff members.
  • Documented progress notes accurately, contributing to ongoing assessments of children's developmental milestones.
  • Engaged children in recreational activities, promoting social skills and emotional development through play.
  • Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Cinema

Old Dominion University | Norfolk, VA | 05-2028

Currently working towards a degree in arts. Majoring in cinema and tv production with a minor degree in english

Skills

Client support
Crisis intervention
Behavior management
Time management
Individualized care planning
Advocacy techniques
Team collaboration
Behavioral monitoring
Script memorization
Story pitching
Multimedia production

Accomplishments

    International Thespian Society Member

    Acting Award Winner

    Art displayed in museums

Interests

Creative Writing
I enjoy sketching and drawing
which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail.
Crafting and DIY Projects
Acting and Theater
Drawing and Painting
Watching Movies and TV Shows
I like working with my hands and fixing things.
Reading

Best Supporting Actor in Drama (theatre)

Awarded for playing Lucy in 'Nothing is the End of the World (Except for the End of the World). Sophomore in high school and first ever acting role.

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Saint Mary's Home for Special Needs Children
06.2026 - 09.2026Read More

Old Dominion University

Bachelor of Arts from Cinema
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Aljoan Albia