Caitlin McAuliffe
Thousand Oaks,CA
Summary
Dynamic caregiver and early childhood educator with years of hands-on experience with individuals with developmental disabilities, health-related caregiving, and daily living assistance. Well-equipped with patience and stamina to handle adverse situations. Dedicated to positive interactions and outcomes for clients and students.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
The Growing Place Preschool
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Respite Care Provider
Channel Islands Social Services
07.2017 - 11.2022
- Provided safe environments for patients, addressing potential hazards and maintaining cleanliness in living spaces.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and wellbeing.
- Enhanced patient comfort with compassionate and attentive support during daily activities.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication while providing respite care services.
- Communicated proactively with primary caregivers regarding any changes in patient status or condition during respite stays.
- Coordinated recreational activities for patients, promoting socialization and cognitive engagement throughout the respite period.
- Assisted patients with mobility and transfers, ensuring safety and comfort during all movements.
Direct Service Supervisor
Adjoin (formerly Community Catalysts of California
07.2008 - 07.2009
- Oversaw daily operations of the department in providing Independent Living Services to adults with developmental disabilities
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
- Enhanced clients'' independent living skills by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized plans.
- Assisted clients in obtaining necessary documentation for housing applications, benefits enrollment, or other relevant programs.
- Conducted home visits to assess safety concerns and recommend necessary modifications or accommodations to improve accessibility.
- Empowered clients to achieve self-sufficiency by providing guidance on daily living tasks, budgeting, and time management.
- Promoted client success in achieving personal goals through regular check-ins and progress monitoring.
- Managed caseloads efficiently through diligent organization of paperwork, maintaining thorough documentation of each client''s progress and accomplishments.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
UCLA Extension
Los Angeles, CANo Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Moorpark College
Moorpark, CASkills
- Developmental Disabilities expertise
- Disability Awareness
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Care Plan Development
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Early Childhood Education Curriculum Planning
- Child development expertise
- Classroom Management
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Lead Teacher
The Growing Place Preschool
08.2022 - 10.2022
Respite Care Provider
Channel Islands Social Services
07.2017 - 11.2022
Direct Service Supervisor
Adjoin (formerly Community Catalysts of California
07.2008 - 07.2009
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
UCLA Extension
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Moorpark College
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