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Amy Marshall
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Experienced with educational support, assisting in development and implementation of classroom activities. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to foster supportive and engaging learning environment. Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques and instructional support.
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
ProCare Therapy
Paraprofessional
09.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Monitored student safety during school outings, ensuring secure learning environment.
- Contributed to development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), tailoring education to student needs.
- Engaged with students during extracurricular activities, supporting their interests beyond classroom.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, enhancing school community.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
Telecare Corporation
Direct Support Professional
06.2022 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
California Caregivers
Caregiver/Personal Assistant
07.2017 - 04.2020
Job overview
- Care for clients in their home setting
- Assist with grooming, meal preparation, and personal laundry
- Help client complete prescribed therapy and exercise routines
- Transferred clients from bed to wheel chair
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
Right at Home
Light housekeeping
04.2016 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Assist with meal preparation
- Assist with daily activities
- Drove clients to doctor appointments
- Hospice care
- Assist with personal grooming
- Light house keeping
- Insulin medication Care
Walnut House Assisted Living
Resident Care Aide
04.2015 - 03.2016
Job overview
- Cared for and assisted up to 78 residents daily
- Assisted residents with grooming, meal preparation, and personal laundry
- Help residents complete prescribed therapy and exercise routines
- Transferred residents from bed to wheel chair
- Lead resident group activities
- Trained new employees
Mr. Nick Panetto
Light housekeeping
06.2013 - 02.2015
Job overview
- Assisted client with daily living activities and personal grooming
- Drove client to all doctor appointments
- Bath and personal grooming
Education
Park Ridge Private SchoolLong Beach, CA
High School Diploma
Carrington collegeSacramento, CA
Certificate from Medical administrative assistant
01.2019
Skills
- Microsoft word, excel, Harris tracker (1 year)
- Hospice Care
- Home Care
- Medical Terminology
- Clients with mental disabilities (3 years)
- Personal Assistant Experience
- HIPAA
- Meal Preparation
- Caregiving
- Vital Signs
- Medication Administration
- Hospital Experience
- Laundry
- Medical Office Experience
- Insurance Verification
- Alzheimer's Care
- ADLs
- Nursing home experience
- Patient care
- Dementia care
- Special needs
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
- Special education support
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Data collection
- Patient
- Classroom support
- Classroom organization
- Special education
- Computer skills
- Instructional support
- Student health and safety
- Documentation
- Emotional support
- Progress monitoring
Certification
- Medical Administrative Assistant Present
- Driver's license
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
Additional Information
- Excellent ability to assist clients
- 4plus years of caregiving experience
- Ability to adhere to patients' strict daily schedules
- Ability to connect with patients on a personal level
- Ability to adapt to the needs of patients
Timeline
Paraprofessional
ProCare Therapy
09.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Telecare Corporation
06.2022 - 06.2023
Caregiver/Personal Assistant
California Caregivers
07.2017 - 04.2020
Light housekeeping
Right at Home
04.2016 - 05.2017
Resident Care Aide
Walnut House Assisted Living
04.2015 - 03.2016
Light housekeeping
Mr. Nick Panetto
06.2013 - 02.2015
Park Ridge Private School
High School Diploma
Carrington college
Certificate from Medical administrative assistant
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