Karen Wilder
Home Health Care
Raleigh,NC
Summary
I am a retired Wake County school teacher who is in search for a part-time job outside my previous field of employment. After 28 years as a school teacher, I no longer have the passion for teaching in the school system. Although I teach children in China online 2-3 hours each morning during the week, I am finding retirement unfulfilling..
In 2017, I assisted the Home Health Care Aide with the care of my sister, and would love to help others who may be in need of assistance living care.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
Raleigh, NC
12.2009 - 07.2018
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in self-contained ED and LD classroom.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Home Health Aide Assistant
Wilder Family
Beaufort, NC
03.2017 - 04.2018
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
- Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
- Completed dusting, washing dishes, laundry and vacuuming for patients.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with therapy exercises as specified by care team.
- Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Scheduled and accompanied client to medical appointments.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Delivered compassionate care and clear communication in handling issues of death and dying.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Provided total hygiene care to patients per shift by assisting with skincare, bathing and toileting.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition and progress.
Special Education Teacher
Durham County Public School System
Durham, NC
07.2007 - 11.2009
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Coordinated special education students and teacher assistant schedules with master schedule.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher
Brunswick County Public Schools
Belville, NC
07.2000 - 07.2007
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in self-contained ED and LD classroom.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Completed intensive leadership training and provided training to colleagues on applied behavior analysis.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Exceptional Children's Teacher
Fayette County Board Of Education
Lexington, KY
10.1983 - 06.2000
- Prepared lesson plans and executed different modalities to accelerate individual success.
- Communicated with parents and faculty to develop strong sense of collaboration between teachers, students and parents.
- Balanced individual and group instruction to accommodate different academic levels and learning styles.
- Organized learning resources and classroom environment to facilitate positive learning experience for over [10 students.
- Administered and graded tests, homework and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
Counselor Supervisor
Excepticon
Lexington, KY
12.1980 - 06.1983
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Worked with prescribing professionals to get patients necessary medications.
- Kept abreast of new and developing information in mental health field by attending professional conferences and workshops.
- Assessed clinical risk and danger to children and families and determined appropriate level of response and intervention.
- Developed service plans to maintain intact families and improve family functioning.
- Assessed student issues pertaining to depression, anxiety and physical abuse to resolve conflicts between students, peers and teachers.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Education
Master of Science - Exceptional Childern Education
National University
La Jolla, CA 08.2008 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Science - Social Science Teacher Education
Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, NC 08.1975 - 05.1979
Skills
Companionship and emotional support
Patient-focused care
Timeline
Home Health Aide Assistant
Wilder Family
03.2017 - 04.2018
Special Education Teacher
Wake County Public Schools
12.2009 - 07.2018
Master of Science - Exceptional Childern Education
National University
08.2008 - 03.2010
Special Education Teacher
Durham County Public School System
07.2007 - 11.2009
Special Education Teacher
Brunswick County Public Schools
07.2000 - 07.2007
Exceptional Children's Teacher
Fayette County Board Of Education
10.1983 - 06.2000
Counselor Supervisor
Excepticon
12.1980 - 06.1983
Bachelor of Science - Social Science Teacher Education
Elizabeth City State University
08.1975 - 05.1979