Karamjit Kaur
Fremont,CA
Summary
Skilled Student Intern with strong background in helping Special needs students & Domestic violence clients overcome personal challenges and cope with triggering situations. Focused on facilitating exploration of issues, implementing individualized plans and developing inter personal skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Provider
Hively
10.2022 - Current
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions
Office Assistant
United Tax
01.2020 - Current
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
- Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
- Collaborated with various departments to complete assigned tasks.
- Ordered office supplies and kept office stocked with needed resources to operate smoothly.
- Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
Behavior Interventionist
Learning ARTS
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Improved behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Applied proven strategies to improve students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills.
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
- Worked one on one with children diagnosed with Autism to implement Individual lessons prepared by BCBA.
- Implemented ABA and positive reinforcement techniques to increase cooperation and participation among students.
Counselor/Case Coordinator
Shri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Society For Humanity
09.2013 - 12.2017
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable procedures and compliance requirements to optimize effectiveness.
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
Tutor
Self Employed
08.2011 - 06.2015
- Assisted students to become independent and collaborative learners
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
- Assisted and train students in developing appropriate study skills (guidance on reading and note-taking, skills on using the Internet, computer assisted learning programs, etc) in order for them to complete the course effectively
- To ensure that all comments are constructive and analytical and offer specific advice on how students might improve their performance in future assignments.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
Volunteer Driver
VIP Rides Program
08.2011 - 12.2012
- Provided assistance to senior citizens to get around such as taking them to doctor's appointment.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Ensure their safety to help them live an independent life.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during trips to uphold company reputation.
Research Assistant II
UC Davis
09.2009 - 03.2010
- Extract DNA samples of Drosophila.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Measured and recorded the extracted DNA concentration.
- Stored DNA samples for genome Sequencing.
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
Laboratory Research Intern
UC Davis
01.2008 - 09.2008
- Attended meetings and presentations to learn project details.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
Cashier
San Francisco Zoo
05.2007 - 09.2007
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Elementary School Tutor
Elementary Schools
08.2005 - 05.2007
- Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.
- Led tutoring workshops for groups of students with related tutoring needs.
Cashier/Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
08.2003 - 12.2004
- Kept workplace clean and organized in line with restaurant policies.
- Greeted guests, promoted specials, and took orders.
- Prepared and presented food in compliance with health and safety guidelines.
- Prepared and served hot and cold sandwiches based on customer preferences.
- Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
Education
MS - Clinical Psychology/ Marriage & Family Therapy
Notre Dame De Namur University
Belmont, CA05.2024
BS - Biotechnology
UC Davis
Davis09.2011
Associate - Arts
Skyline College
San Bruno, CA05.2007
Associate - Science
Skyline College
San Bruno, CA05.2007
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Early Childhood Development
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Developing Social Skills
- Emotional Development
- Active Listening Strengths
- Case Coordination
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Exceptional Problem Solver
- Child Abuse and Neglect Identification
- Special Needs Support
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Social Perceptiveness
Languages
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Elementary
Timeline
Child Care Provider
Hively
10.2022 - Current
Office Assistant
United Tax
01.2020 - Current
Behavior Interventionist
Learning ARTS
03.2018 - 10.2018
Counselor/Case Coordinator
Shri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Society For Humanity
09.2013 - 12.2017
Tutor
Self Employed
08.2011 - 06.2015
Volunteer Driver
VIP Rides Program
08.2011 - 12.2012
Research Assistant II
UC Davis
09.2009 - 03.2010
Laboratory Research Intern
UC Davis
01.2008 - 09.2008
Cashier
San Francisco Zoo
05.2007 - 09.2007
Elementary School Tutor
Elementary Schools
08.2005 - 05.2007
Cashier/Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
08.2003 - 12.2004
MS - Clinical Psychology/ Marriage & Family Therapy
Notre Dame De Namur University
BS - Biotechnology
UC Davis
Associate - Arts
Skyline College
Associate - Science
Skyline College
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