Kaela Hicks
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management, and fitness.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Care for students with a wide range of visual impairments and special needs in a residential setting ages 3-21
- Assist with all matters concerning personal hygiene including showering, teeth brushing, changes , etc.
- Worked through a variety of different programs with children in the classroom targeting their individualized goals regarding vision , physical therapy, occupational therapy, math, handwriting, AAC communication, etc.
- Followed strict individualized behavior plans for certain students and recorded behaviors to report to behavior specialist in order to modify plans as necessary
Teaching Aide - Internship
The Children’s Institute
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Assisted teachers with instruction and provided support for students with diverse needs ages 5-21
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels
Pilates Instructor Assistant - Practicum
University of Pittsburgh
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Co-instructed a Pilates class to college students
- Created lesson plans to instruct during class under supervision
Swim Instructor
University of Pittsburgh, Pitt’s Kids
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Created and implemented swim lessons for ages 5-12
- Collaborated with coworkers to organize a variety of physical activities for children ages 3-14
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress
Personal Trainer Assistant - Practicum
University Of Pittsburgh
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Created fitness programs for clients
- Assisted in delivering one-on-one fitness sessions using a variety of training styles and equipment
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh04.2023
Skills
- Special education
- Group exercise instruction
- Residential care
- Exercise prescription
- Pediatric care
- Behavior management
Certification
- [CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers with First Aid], [American Red Cross] - [December 2021- December 2023]
Timeline
Teaching Aide - Internship
The Children’s Institute
01.2023 - 04.2023
Paraprofessional
Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children
11.2022 - 07.2023
Pilates Instructor Assistant - Practicum
University of Pittsburgh
09.2022 - 11.2022
Swim Instructor
University of Pittsburgh, Pitt’s Kids
06.2022 - 08.2022
Personal Trainer Assistant - Practicum
University Of Pittsburgh
02.2022 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of Pittsburgh
- [CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers with First Aid], [American Red Cross] - [December 2021- December 2023]
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