Dawn Dempsey
Lexington,NC
Summary
To obtain full-time employment with Davidson County Schools as the ISS teacher at North Davidson High School. Committed to maintaining a safe and clean learning environment. Hardworking and passionate about leading by example and NEVER setting a child/young adult up to fail Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
ISS Coordinator
Davidson County Schools
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, teachers, and school administrators.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Substitute Teacher
Davidson County Schools
01.2013 - 08.2017
- For grades K-12, including EC and ISS-"Effective Teacher Training" class certified.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement presentations.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Home Health Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home
06.2014 - 04.2016
- Provided three types of care: Companionship, Home Helper and/or Personal Care Provided socialization and stimulated the mind and spirit
- Assisted clients with med reminders and ADL's, as needed
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
Homemaker Guide
Piedmont Crossing UCHS, Homemaker Guide
12.2011 - 01.2013
- Hired to implement and enforce the new model of care based on the government approved "Green House" model of care concept for nursing homes
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones, and created and produced weekly/monthly activity calendars
- Responsibilities included Resident Care Plans and RAI documentations (Caretracker, Monnette, and MDS 3.0)
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to Director of Nursing.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Specialized with end-of-life care and Alzheimer's patients.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and well-being.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Maintained detailed records in compliance with agency standards and regulations.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Activities Coordinator
Piedmont Crossing Retirement
01.2009 - 05.2011
- Coordinated, planned, developed and implemented activities designed to enrich lives of assisted living residents.
- Planned, organized and implemented activities which stressed recreation, diversion, and intellectual/educational development for the independent residents
- Provided residents and families with emotional support
- Started a computer class so the residents could view their emails, family photos, and register on the "Do Not Call" website
- Maintained and ordered supplies for activities.
- Encouraged, supported and assisted residents with activities and documented activity attendance and degree of involvement.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Substitute Teacher
Davidson County Schools Lexington, NC Substitute Teacher
11.1999 - 12.2010
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework and classwork.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement presentations.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
Education
No Degree - Office Technology
Trident Technical College
North Charleston, SCSome College (No Degree) - Nursing Midwifery
College of Charleston
Charleston, SCHigh School Diploma -
Goose Creek High School
Goose Creek, SC06.1984
Skills
- Crisis Situations
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Lessons and Activities
- Classroom Safety Practices
- Student Interaction
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Teacher Collaboration
- Resolving Conflicts
- Maintaining Order
- Emotional Support
- Behavioral Health
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Timeline
ISS Coordinator
Davidson County Schools
08.2017 - 06.2022
Home Health Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home
06.2014 - 04.2016
Substitute Teacher
Davidson County Schools
01.2013 - 08.2017
Homemaker Guide
Piedmont Crossing UCHS, Homemaker Guide
12.2011 - 01.2013
Activities Coordinator
Piedmont Crossing Retirement
01.2009 - 05.2011
Substitute Teacher
Davidson County Schools Lexington, NC Substitute Teacher
11.1999 - 12.2010
No Degree - Office Technology
Trident Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Midwifery
College of Charleston
High School Diploma -
Goose Creek High School
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