Energetic and motivated Personal Support Worker who is highly organized and skilled at balancing the needs of clients/students in both medical and personal capacities. Accurate assertive and adaptable professional who can effectively multitask in challenging situations and meet critical deadlines.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
Muscogee County School District
Columbus, GA
11.2021 - Current
Consulted with teachers regarding student progress, IEP adjustments and classroom needs.
Encouraged independent thinking, problem solving, and self-advocacy skills among students.
Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
Motivated students to achieve academic success while fostering an environment of respect and acceptance.
Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance and educational assessments.
Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
Client Support Worker
New Horizons
Columbus, GA
07.2019 - 11.2021
Provides emotional support and feedback to clients (and their families and friends where concerned). Acts as a positive role model for clients, providing life skills training and behavior management. Depending on client type, may assist with hygiene, grooming, dispensing and administering medication.
Instructional Aide
New Horizons
Columbus , GA
12.2013 - 07.2019
Develop thoughtful age appropriate goals and activities for the individuals in my care. Maintain timely and accurate reports and documentations of progress for each client. Prepare outings for the clients and providing transportation for each client.
CNA
Brookside Assisted Living
Columbus , GA
05.2013 - 11.2013
Provide healthcare tasks, personal hygiene services and other related support services essential to the consumers health. Observes and records all changes to immediate supervisor.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.