Jonie Battles
Columbus
Summary
To obtain a position that will utilizes my skills and enhances an opportunity to grow within the organization with education and trainings.
Resourceful and compassionate Home Health Aide and Instructional Assistant with 15+ years of experience in special education and healthcare. Proven expertise in providing personalized care and support to individuals with diverse needs, including implementing IEP goals and facilitating communication for students with disabilities. Skilled in medication administration, classroom management, and fostering a safe learning environment. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for clients and students through dedicated service and teamwork.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health/ Developmental Disabilities
Titus House
05.2019 - Current
- Supported individuals with physical disabilities in mobility assistance including transferring, ambulation, and use of assistive devices
- Implemented strategies to promote independence in daily living skills such as personal hygiene, meal planning/preparation, and household management
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure proper medical care/treatment for clients
- Assisted individuals in accessing community resources such as educational programs, employment opportunities, and recreational activities
- Documented all interactions/observations accurately and maintained confidentiality of client information
- Participated in ongoing training programs to enhance knowledge/skills related to disability services
- Aided in managing behavioral issues/changes through de-escalation techniques and implementation of behavior management strategies
- Collaborated with families/guardians to develop personalized care plans that aligned with individual needs/goals
- Closely monitored medication administration to ensure compliance with prescribed dosages and schedules
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when working with diverse populations including different ethnicities, ages, and backgrounds
- Provided emotional support to individuals facing challenges or difficult situations
- Assisted in coordinating medical appointments, transportation, and accompanying clients during visits
- Ensured a safe environment by identifying potential hazards and implementing appropriate preventive measures
- Developed positive relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, and effective communication
- Advocated for the rights and interests of individuals served by addressing any concerns or issues that arose
- Responded promptly to emergencies or crisis situations following established protocols
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team including doctors, therapists, and case managers to ensure comprehensive care for clients
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, behaviors, incidents, and medical information
- Promoted socialization by organizing recreational activities and outings for clients to engage in the community
- Supported individuals in developing independent living skills such as budgeting, grocery shopping, and household chores
- Implemented individualized care plans based on clients' specific needs and goals
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and documented any changes or reactions observed
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation
- Provided direct care and support to individuals with disabilities, ensuring their safety, well-being, and quality of life
Home Health Aide
Lifesavers' Home Health Services
12.2018 - Current
- Personal care: Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and getting in and out of bed.
- Meal preparation: Preparing meals, assisting with feeding, and ensuring proper dietary needs are met.
- Mobility assistance: Helping with walking, transferring, and using assistive devices.
- Light housekeeping: Performing tasks like laundry, washing dishes, vacuuming, and making beds.
- Medication reminders: Reminding clients to take medications as prescribed (depending on state regulations).
- Vital signs monitoring: Checking blood pressure, pulse, and temperature as needed.
- Companionship: Providing conversation and social interaction
- Reporting changes in condition: Communicating any significant changes in the client's health to the supervising nurse
Instructional Assistant (Special Education)
Columbus City School
08.2015 - Current
- Providing one-on-one or small group instruction based on student needs.
- Assisting with daily living skills like toileting, feeding, and dressing as needed.
- Implementing behavior management strategies to support student behavior.
- Facilitating communication and engagement with students with disabilities.
- Adapting materials and activities to meet individual student needs.
- Classroom support: Preparing instructional materials and setting up learning stations.
- Assisting with data collection and progress monitoring
- Implementing sensory activities or therapeutic interventions as directed
- Maintaining a safe and organized classroom environment
- Supervising students during transitions and non-instructional times (recess, lunch)
- Collaboration with the teacher: Implementing IEP goals and objectives in the classroom
- Communicating student progress and concerns to the teacher
- Assisting with lesson planning and curriculum adaptation
- Participating in IEP meetings and team collaborations
- Documentation and communication: Maintaining accurate student records and progress notes
- Communicating with parents and guardians regarding student progress and needs
- Collaborating with other professionals involved in the student's care
Support Staff
Columbus Montessori Education
09.2012 - 08.2015
- Assist lead teacher in the classroom
- Monitor children on the playground and the nap room
- Setup for lunch and late day snack
Infant Teacher
Start 2Finish Learning Academy
05.2011 - 09.2012
- Enhance infant's social, cognitive, language, emotional, gross and fine motor skills.
- Prepare lunch for the day care, prepare weekly lesson plans, feed and change infants and assist in cleaning up the day care center.
Direct Care Worker (MRDD)
Creative Lifestyles Inc
11.2007 - 08.2010
- Assisting in bath, teaching consumers ADL skills, fully trained in medications, CPR, first aid, and nutrition.
- Provide consumers with one-on-one support, meal preparation, medication dispensing, escort consumers to their transportation for program, behavioral and emotional support, problem solving and SCIP-R trained.
Teacher's Assistant
Northside Child Development Center
06.2005 - 09.2007
- Enhance children learning through play, weekly lesson plan for appropriate age group, record observation, complete Devereux Early Childhood Assessment form.
- Helping school age children with their homework and teaching pre-school children their basic educational skills, respite care for children, and work with some pre-school children with special needs.
Teacher's Assistant
Kinder Care Learning Center
02.2004 - 08.2004
- Teaching pre-school children their basic educational skills, teaching them how to spell and write their first and last name, teaching them their letter sounds to form words, and teach them to add and subtract numbers.
Child Care Counselor
Leake & Watts Children Service
01.2000 - 10.2003
- Register residents for school or a vocational training, escort residents to their medical and dental appointments, cook breakfast and dinner for residents and staff and teaching residents their independent living skills.
Residential Rehabilitation Specialist
Life Spire
02.2001 - 12.2001
- Teaching consumer ADL skills, travel training, independent living skills, budgeting, and laundry and community integration.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH06.2023
AA - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
06.2018
Associate's degree - Intervention Specialist
Eastern Gateway Community College
06.2018
High School Equivalency Diploma - undefined
Monroe College
Bronx, NY06.1996
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Experience Working With Students
- Home health
- Special Education
- Special Needs
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Childcare
- Experience with Children
- Autism Experience
- Classroom Management
- Early Childhood Education
Certification
- Educator License with Stipulations
- Child Development Associate Certification
- CPR Certification
- Professional Educator License
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Health/ Developmental Disabilities
Titus House
05.2019 - Current
Home Health Aide
Lifesavers' Home Health Services
12.2018 - Current
Instructional Assistant (Special Education)
Columbus City School
08.2015 - Current
Support Staff
Columbus Montessori Education
09.2012 - 08.2015
Infant Teacher
Start 2Finish Learning Academy
05.2011 - 09.2012
Direct Care Worker (MRDD)
Creative Lifestyles Inc
11.2007 - 08.2010
Teacher's Assistant
Northside Child Development Center
06.2005 - 09.2007
Teacher's Assistant
Kinder Care Learning Center
02.2004 - 08.2004
Residential Rehabilitation Specialist
Life Spire
02.2001 - 12.2001
Child Care Counselor
Leake & Watts Children Service
01.2000 - 10.2003
AA - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
Associate's degree - Intervention Specialist
Eastern Gateway Community College
High School Equivalency Diploma - undefined
Monroe College
Bachelor of Arts - Educational Studies
Central State University
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