Ka-Myra Celestine
Scott,LA
Summary
Driven by a results-focused approach, I leveraged my client advocacy and active listening skills at Vee's Sitter Services to enhance client care plans, achieving notable improvements in client independence and well-being. My ability to collaborate effectively and innovate in care strategies underscores my commitment to excellence in health and educational support roles. Warm DSW skillful in quickly responding to physical, emotional and developmental needs of clients. Passionate and committed individual with 10 years of experience working in clinical and home settings. In-depth knowledge of meal preparation, appointment management and crisis intervention protocols.
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DSW Worker
Vee's Sitter Services
02.2023 - Current
- Analyzed overall client performance to recommend specific plan goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, addressing physical, mental, and emotional needs
- Developed strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, noting any changes in behavior or health status for review by the team.
- Stimulated clients during in-house activities by conducting therapeutic exercises such as recreational games, physical exercises and occupational arts and crafts.
- Assisted with medication administration under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians to maintain optimal client health outcomes.
- Provided compassionate care during personal care routines, promoting dignity and respect for each client.
- Acted as a liaison between clients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication regarding care plans and goals.
- Transported and accompanied clients to therapy and doctor appointments.
- Facilitated skill-building workshops to increase clients'' independence and selfsufficiency.
- Corrected unacceptable behavior through with gentle discipline and feedback to help clients meet necessary house rule requirements.
- Assisted clients per with bathing, dressing, grooming and eating.
- Maintained records of client condition, progress and care using LaSRS
- Integrated residents into communities by organizing holiday and leisure activities.
- Maintained current understanding of local, state and federal guidelines for emergency response.
Daycare Teacher
Rosa's Child Development Ctr
01.2014 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to share best practices, leading to improved teaching strategies across the daycare center.
- Organized engaging field trips that aligned with curriculum objectives, enhancing students'' real-world understanding of various subjects.
- .Regularly assessed students using formative assessment tools to inform future instruction based on individual strengths and areas of improvement.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to differentiate lesson plans, addressing diverse learning needs within the classroom.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for students, fostering a sense of belonging and promoting social-emotional development.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and managed classroom effectively, resulting in a well-disciplined learning environment.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards
Education
No Degree - Psychology
LSUA
Alexandria, Louisiana05.2025
Associate of Arts - Medical Assistant
Delta College of Arts & Technology - Lafayette
Lafayette, LA01.2007
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Mobility support
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Client Advocacy
- Housekeeping abilities
- Transportation
- Light Housekeeping
- Classroom Organization
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Early Childhood Education
- Lesson implementation
- Caring and Understanding
- Arts, crafts, and games
- Loves children
- First Aid Training
- Social Skills Development
- Cognitive Development
- Safety Monitoring
- Child Development
- Child CPR and First Aid
- Numbers and alphabet lessons
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Adult and child Training - 07-2026 exp
CPR certified
Completed and Skillfully trained
Timeline
DSW Worker
Vee's Sitter Services
02.2023 - Current
Daycare Teacher
Rosa's Child Development Ctr
01.2014 - 07.2023
No Degree - Psychology
LSUA
Associate of Arts - Medical Assistant
Delta College of Arts & Technology - Lafayette
- CPR & First Aid Adult and child Training - 07-2026 exp
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