Deidre Reed
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Dedicated Pre School Teacher with a proven track record at Gaudenzia, adept at fostering child development and specializing in creating engaging activity plans. Certified in Behavioral Health and Physical Disability, I excel in classroom management and am committed to promoting inclusive learning environments. My approach has significantly enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes. Proactive and caring worker with [Number] years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre School Teacher
Gaudenzia
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Assisted and supervised [Number] children through entire school day.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
Behavioral Health Technician
Elwyn Institute
11.2015 - 11.2018
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Facilitated on-site activities, support groups, and outings for clients.
- Prepared and submitted daily [Type] reports to management.
- Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
- Taught clients how to complete basic household chores and prepare food.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
Home Care Assistant
Home Care Associates
10.2006 - 03.2013
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
Education
High School Diploma -
John W. Hallahan
311 N 11th Street Philadelphia, Pa06-1987
Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
- Activity Planning
- Head Start programs
- Daycare management
- Toileting and feeding
- Calm and patient
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Training in food handling preparation
- Conflict Resolution
- Client Transportation
- Crisis handling
- Activity monitoring
- Behavioral control
- Group facilitation
- Substance abuse experience
- Housekeeping skills
- Infection control understanding
- Patient Assessment
- Safety Management
- Patient Observation
- Therapeutic communication
- Documentation skills
- Incident Reporting
Certification
Certified Direct care staff ( Department of Human services 9/17/2018)
Certified Physical Disability Specialist
( Homecare Associates 9/12/2008)
Certified Hospice Aid (Home care associates 8/21/2009).
Certified Physical Disability Specialist ( Home Care Associates 9/10/2008).
Certified Behavioral Health Specialist Aide (Home Care Associates 2/15/2008).
Certified Home Health Aide ( Home care Associates 12/17/2006).
Timeline
Pre School Teacher
Gaudenzia
02.2018 - 02.2019
Behavioral Health Technician
Elwyn Institute
11.2015 - 11.2018
Home Care Assistant
Home Care Associates
10.2006 - 03.2013
Certified Direct care staff ( Department of Human services 9/17/2018)
Certified Physical Disability Specialist
( Homecare Associates 9/12/2008)
Certified Hospice Aid (Home care associates 8/21/2009).
Certified Physical Disability Specialist ( Home Care Associates 9/10/2008).
Certified Behavioral Health Specialist Aide (Home Care Associates 2/15/2008).
Certified Home Health Aide ( Home care Associates 12/17/2006).
High School Diploma -
John W. Hallahan
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