Hi, I’m
Ciera Rowland
Macomb,MI
Summary
Kindhearted individual with over 10 years of early childhood care and educational experience. Expert in closely monitoring student safety while providing fun, academic and inclusive environments. Passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills to promote well-being. Skilled in verbal prompting and crisis intervention, adept at effective listening and maintaining patience. Proven ability in team training and partnering with parents for client progress.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Edge Fitness Clubs
Edge Kids Coach
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Developed team-building exercises to promote unity and collaboration.
- Explained and enforced safety rules and regulations.
- Instructed individuals and groups in sports rules, game strategies, and performance principles and strategies to achieve desired results.
Gateway Pediatric Therapy
ABA Technician
07.2020 - 02.2021
Job overview
- Employed verbal prompting strategies such as modeling, gesturing and verbal cues to teach new concepts and skills.
- Organized materials needed for each session including toys and games used for reinforcement purposes.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians regarding client's progress and any concerns or changes in behavior.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary by using de-escalation techniques such as distraction methods or sensory integration tools.
- Created data collection systems to track progress of clients in order to identify areas of strength and weakness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as toileting training, feeding therapy, dressing and grooming assistance and mobility support when needed.
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Assistant Teacher
10.2019 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning
- Supervised in ranges of 4:1, 8:1 and 12:1 ratios depending on children's ages.
Childtime Learning Center
Assistant Teacher
04.2018 - 10.2019
Job overview
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
Toys R Us
Overnight Stocker
11.2017 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Stocked and neatly arranged items on shelves.
- Lifted heavy boxes up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
- Maintained store aesthetic by organizing merchandise and creating attractive displays.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping, dusting, and organizing shelves.
Self Employed
Private Nanny
10.2014 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with the children and their families.
- Cleaned up after the children to maintain a safe living environment.
- Administered one-on-one care to meet physical, emotional and social needs of children.
- Created safe and secure environment for children to play and learn.
- Kept children's areas neat and tidy by putting away items and organizing.
- Performed light housekeeping and meal prep to assist family with household duties.
- Provided customized and personalized in-home childcare.
- Regulated children's rest periods and nap schedules.
Chippewa Valley School District
Paraprofessional
04.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted educators in implementing individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Supported classroom management by reinforcing positive behavior techniques and promoting a conducive learning environment.
- Adapted instructional materials to accommodate various learning styles and abilities, enhancing student engagement.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
SUBWAY®Restaurants
Sandwich Artist
07.2013 - 12.2013
Job overview
- Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and well-crafted sandwiches.
- Replenished serving stations with fresh food and cleaned up spills.
- Contributed ideas for menu development based on customer feedback and industry trends.
- Consistently met daily sales targets through upselling techniques such as suggesting add-ons or meal deals to customers.
In Home Daycare
Daycare Worker
05.2011 - 11.2011
Job overview
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play
- Cleaned and tidied house, including doing laundry, sweeping and mopping floors and dusting
- Dressed children and changed diapers
- Helped prepare meals, snacks and refreshments for children, accounting for individual dietary needs and restrictions
- Kept children safe and secure at all times.
- Cleaned and sanitized childcare toys, keeping play areas hygienic and free of harmful objects.
Education
Cousino High SchoolWarren, MI
High School Diploma
06.2011
Skills
- HIPAA Requirements
- Behavior monitoring
- Positive Learning Environment
- Calm and Patient
- Effectively work with Parents
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Chippewa Valley School District
04.2024 - Current
Edge Kids Coach
Edge Fitness Clubs
02.2023 - Current
ABA Technician
Gateway Pediatric Therapy
07.2020 - 02.2021
Assistant Teacher
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
10.2019 - 07.2020
Assistant Teacher
Childtime Learning Center
04.2018 - 10.2019
Overnight Stocker
Toys R Us
11.2017 - 01.2018
Private Nanny
Self Employed
10.2014 - 12.2016
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
07.2013 - 12.2013
Daycare Worker
In Home Daycare
05.2011 - 11.2011
Cousino High School
High School Diploma