Katricia Steele
DeKalb,MS
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Hudspeth Regional Center
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Teacher
Kemper County School District
07.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Administrative Assistant
Kemper County School District
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
Mental Health Technician (Adolescents Unit)
Alliance Health
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Mississippi State University
Meridian, MS05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Teacher Education
Mississippi State University
Meridian, MS05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Billing And Coding
East Mississippi Community College
Scooba, MS05.2021
High School Diploma -
Kemper County High School
DeKalb,MS05.2017
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Progress Monitoring
- Active Listening
- Behavior Observation
- Heart-saver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Confidential records
- Reporting and documentation
- Elementary education
- Verbal and written communication
References
Chiquita Brown, Lead Academic Coach
364 John C. Stennis Ave
DeKalb,MS 39328
Phone: 662-803-1689
Tratia Foster, DON
6600 Poplar Springs Dr
Meridian,MS 39305
Phone: 601-482-5561
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Hudspeth Regional Center
06.2024 - Current
Teacher
Kemper County School District
07.2023 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Kemper County School District
05.2022 - 06.2023
Mental Health Technician (Adolescents Unit)
Alliance Health
03.2021 - 03.2022
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
Mississippi State University
Bachelor of Science - Teacher Education
Mississippi State University
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Billing And Coding
East Mississippi Community College
High School Diploma -
Kemper County High School
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