Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Certification
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Emily Hight

Henderson,KY

Summary

Highly motivated with successful track record of developing, enhancing and maintaining strong working relationships. Enhance program operations by delivering skilled, efficient and well-organized support to program staff. Focused on optimizing procedures to minimize wasted time and resources. Good oral and written communication, relationship-building and prioritization skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Program Assistant

Henderson County Public Schools
Henderson, KY
09.2023 - Current
  • Provided individual and small group instruction to students with special needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and other school personnel to ensure successful implementation of IEPs.
  • Monitored student progress toward IEP goals and objectives.
  • Participated in meetings to discuss student performance and behavior issues.
  • Assisted in developing positive behavior management plans for students with challenging behaviors.
  • Provided support to students with challenging behaviors, such as aggression or self-injury.
  • Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to identify environmental factors that may contribute to inappropriate behavior.
  • Observed and documented student behaviors for data collection purposes.
  • Implemented positive reinforcement systems for desired behaviors based on individualized needs.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Henderson County Public Schools
Henderson, KY
08.2023 - 09.2023
  • Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
  • Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to ensure a positive learning environment for students.
  • Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.

Patient Care Technician

Green River Area Development District
Owensboro, KY
06.2023 - Current
  • Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
  • Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.

Homemaker

Self-employed
Madisonville, KY
11.2017 - 06.2023

As a homemaker to 3 children, one being special needs, I have many positions. Caring for feeding tubes, Helping with different therapies, and taking care of autism behaviors.

Boutique Owner

Self-employed
Madisonville, KY
09.2015 - 11.2017
  • Trained staff to have extensive product knowledge and upselling skills.
  • Safeguarded customers and employees by offering clean and safe store environment.
  • Supervised staff and coached team members in expectations for serving customers in our store.

Receptionist & Doctor Assistant

Dr. Rennan Quijano
Madisonville, KY
08.2014 - 07.2015
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
  • Oversaw office inventory by restocking supplies and submitting purchase orders.
  • Directed and oversaw office personnel activities.
  • Interviewed patients and reviewed patient files to determine medical histories, previous treatment and therapies and medication history.
  • Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
  • Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets, and physician instructions to patients.
  • Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet HIPAA guidelines and statutes for data security.

Party Venue & Planning

Icing On The Cake
Hanson, KY
02.2013 - 03.2014

I provided a fabulous party place for children of all ages. We had lavish events for birthday parties and other celebrations. Including party planning, packages, cakes, decor, and hours of fun!

  • Managed cleaning, maintenance and repair of venue grounds, equipment and facilities.
  • Marketed venue location and events using social media and websites.
  • Reviewed and inspected all areas of facility and checked supply levels for quick restocking to maintain appearance and functionality.
  • Participated in community events and developed relationships with public to attract new patrons.

Boutique Owner

Self-employed
Hanson, KY
07.2012 - 03.2014
  • Cultivated loyal customer base by providing excellent customer service.
  • Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.

Education

High School Diploma -

Webster County High School
Dixon, KY
05.2006

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration

Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY

Massage Therapist - Massage Therapy

Daymar College - Owensboro
Owensboro, KY
07.2009

Skills

  • Behavior management techniques & training
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Early childhood knowledge
  • Housekeeping abilities
  • Sanitation understanding
  • Safety understanding
  • Multitasking
  • Troubleshooting
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Organizational skills
  • Working collaboratively
  • Problem resolution
  • Communication
  • Multi-line telephone skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Organization and efficiency
  • Tech-savvy
  • Multitasking and prioritization
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Professional and polished presentation
  • Computer skills
  • People skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Leadership
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Nutrition and Diet
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Sterilization Techniques
  • Feeding Tube Management
  • Medical Device Products and Services
  • CPR Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • AED Certification
  • Injury Prevention
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Care Monitoring
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Medical Terminology
  • Wound Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Emergency Response
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Safe School Training
  • Blood Borne Pathogen

References

Bekah Patterson, LPN (270) 339-2970

Employee

Years Known: 5

Hannah Reed (270) 577-3351

Colleague

Years Known: 1

Cheyenne Leavelle (859) 494-8736

Friend

Years Known: 2

Certification

  • Substitute Teaching Certification
  • Addressing Challenging Behaviors...Understanding & Acting Out Certificate
  • Addressing Challenging Behaviors...Behavioral Strategies Certificate
  • Reinforcements: Introduction & Practices Behavioral Momentum Intervention Certificate
  • National CPR Foundation...(Infant, Child, Adult,) CPR/AED/First Aid

Timeline

Special Education Program Assistant

Henderson County Public Schools
09.2023 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Henderson County Public Schools
08.2023 - 09.2023

Patient Care Technician

Green River Area Development District
06.2023 - Current

Homemaker

Self-employed
11.2017 - 06.2023

Boutique Owner

Self-employed
09.2015 - 11.2017

Receptionist & Doctor Assistant

Dr. Rennan Quijano
08.2014 - 07.2015

Party Venue & Planning

Icing On The Cake
02.2013 - 03.2014

Boutique Owner

Self-employed
07.2012 - 03.2014

High School Diploma -

Webster County High School

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration

Madisonville Community College

Massage Therapist - Massage Therapy

Daymar College - Owensboro
Emily Hight