Andrea Smith
Westminster,CA
Summary
Skilled Caregiver and Paraprofessional with proven expertise in seizure management and adaptability, honed at Orange County Department of Education and in diverse caregiving settings. Achieved positive outcomes in special needs care, enhancing independence and quality of life for clients through innovative support and effective collaboration with families and educational staff.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver Attendant
In Home Supportive Services
01.2010 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times, fostering positive relationships.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between home, hospital, and other care settings by coordinating services and sharing information with relevant parties.
- Educated families on caregiving techniques, empowering them to participate in their loved one''s care effectively.
Paraprofessional
Orange County Department of Education, OCDE
03.2004 - Current
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Caregiver
Aloe Small Family Home
08.2000 - Current
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Education
LVN - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Concorde Career College
Garden Grove, CA12-2025
High School Diploma -
OCDE Access
Costa Mesa, CA08-2001
Skills
- Seizure management
- Nutrition monitoring
- Feeding tube care
- Oxygen therapy
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multitasking and organization
- Special needs care
- Disability support
- Autism support
- Transfer skills
Languages
American Sign Language
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver Attendant
In Home Supportive Services
01.2010 - Current
Paraprofessional
Orange County Department of Education, OCDE
03.2004 - Current
Caregiver
Aloe Small Family Home
08.2000 - Current
LVN - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Concorde Career College
High School Diploma -
OCDE Access