Driven Teaching Assistant with firm command of curriculum development, daily lesson planning and student tutoring. Leads individual and group instruction to supplement teacher lessons and build instructional abilities. Communicative and empathetic with commitment to creating inclusive learning spaces.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Aces Whitney Academy
Hamden, CT
03.2022 - 03.2024
Assisted teachers in developing individualized education plans for special needs students.
Provided instruction to special needs children in the areas of reading, writing and math.
Supported classroom teachers with managing student behavior issues.
Monitored student progress and kept accurate records of performance.
Conducted assessments on students' abilities, interests and skills.
Worked closely with physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech pathologists to develop appropriate goals for each student's individual program plan.
Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Instead Senior Care Home Office
Trumbull, CT
07.2019 - 01.2023
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
Used mobility devices and equipment to transport patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cambridge Health & Rehabilitation Center
Fairfield, CT
12.2016 - 11.2018
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bridgeport Manor
Bridgeport, CT
01.2015 - 12.2016
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Used mobility devices and equipment to transport patients.