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Felicia Brooke Bivins

Felicia Brooke Bivins

Parma Heights,OH

Summary

Energetic Assistant teacher committed to encouraging intellectual, social and emotional development in children. Hands-on experience assisting in lesson planning, preparing classroom for activities and assisting children with toileting and meal needs. Certified in CDA and Preliminary CDCA.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Teacher

Childcare Careers
02.2023 - Current
  • Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
  • Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
  • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
  • Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
  • Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
  • Organized snack time and nap hours.

Corrections Officer

Cuyahoga County Sheriffs Department
11.2010 - 12.2020
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
  • Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
  • Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
  • Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
  • Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
  • Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
  • Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
  • Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
  • Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
  • Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
  • Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
06.2010

Associate of Applied Science - Human Services

Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH
06.2007

Skills

  • Basic computer skills, copier, fax machines, filing Knowledge of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational interviewing approaches, linking services according to treatment plans, open minded ability to implement discretion and willing to learn Ability to engage and communicate with sometimes most difficult

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

Childcare Careers
02.2023 - Current

Corrections Officer

Cuyahoga County Sheriffs Department
11.2010 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Cincinnati

Associate of Applied Science - Human Services

Cuyahoga Community College

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