Krystal Stephens
Denver,North Carolina
Summary
Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Choosing Change Residential Services LLC
Denver, North Carolina
07.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance to clients.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Removed trash and straightened counters to keep pharmacy area clean and neat.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
Certified Correctional Officer
Augusta State Medical Prison
Grovetown, GA
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
- Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
- Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Restrained juvenile inmates when disturbances required physical intervention.
Correctional Officer
Lexington County Detention Center
Lexington, SC
05.2020 - 02.2022
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Established positive working relationships and maintained boundaries with resident offenders.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Provided guidance and support to inmates to help reintegrate in society and establish new beginnings.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Assisted in development of procedures and policies to maintain peace and order in facility.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Responded to inquiries from inmates and other members of public.
- Restrained juvenile inmates when disturbances required physical intervention.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
- Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Imboden School Age Center
Fort Jackson, United States
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Recommended activities, equipment and supplies for programs and identified vendors to furnish materials.
- Assisted with youth development and other recreation programs to improve quality of camper experience.
- Communicated frequently with campers and parents to meet camper needs and achieve high satisfaction ratings.
- Explained and enforced rules and regulations of CYS program.
- Communicated effectively with children, fellow staff members and parents by utilizing active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Delivered high level of care, assistance and supervision to children in compliance with organization's rules and policies.
- Assisted supervisor by completing administrative and clerical tasks for program.
- Created safe, fun environment for children and teens attending special programs at [Type] facility.
- Created list of needed supplies and materials for activities.
- Provided parents and guardians with written weekly progress reports for each child.
- Developed and implemented fun, educational activities for children of varying ages.
- Coordinated with local government to provide resources to clients.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance quality of social services.
- Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs.
- Participated in meetings with stakeholders to discuss program objectives and strategies.
Child Care Provider
Scales Child Development Center
Fort Jackson, United States
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
- 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.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and gross motor skilled activities.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss child progress.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
Group Leader
ALPHABEST EDUCATION LLC
LEXINGTON, SC
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Houston County Board Of Education
Perry, GA
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests, and educational goals.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in field.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
- Conducted psychoeducational assessments to identify areas of academic and behavioral strengths and weaknesses and recommend modifications to improve learning and behavior.
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted high school seniors complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation.
- Gathered necessary paperwork and applications for students to initiate enrollment process.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Collaborated with teachers to define therapy objectives and analyze progress.
Personal Care Assistant
Caring Companions LLC
Lizella, GA
12.2016 - 05.2018
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching and strength building.
Daycare Assistant
Foundation Academy
Bonaire, GA
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Designed monthly activity schedules to balance play, rest and learning time.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Restocked supplies and personal hygiene products for use by students.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Managed in-home daycare with infants, toddlers and preschoolers and school-aged children.
- Kept newborns and preschoolers safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
- Communicated with children in developmentally appropriate way to achieve socio-emotional confidence and cognitive problem solving results.
- Offered tutoring and mentoring to school-aged children in need of additional support.
Direct Care Worker
Brighter Paths LLC
Macon, GA
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance to clients.
Direct Support Professional
Brighter Paths LLC
Macon, GA
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Residential Aide
Rescare Homecare
Macon, GA
11.2016 - 03.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Title 1 Paraprofessional
L. H. Williams Elementary School
Macon, GA
10.2015 - 11.2016
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Organized and led practice, research and lab assignments.
- Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide best learning environment.
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Developed and delivered presentations on course topics.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Conducted weekly review sessions to help students prepare for exams.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Monitored students in computer lab to enforce proper use of resources.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Bibb County Board Of Education
Macon, GA
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
- Assisted high school seniors complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation.
- Collaborated with teachers to define therapy objectives and analyze progress.
- Gathered necessary paperwork and applications for students to initiate enrollment process.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
Production Machine Operator
Graphic Packaging
Perry, GA
03.2015 - 08.2015
- Managed open and close of batch process from start to completion for batch tracking.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Helped with change-overs and set up to assist with job preparation and production functions.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Completed parts lubrication and other minor maintenance tasks to keep equipment running.
- Followed instructions and directions on batch tickets for accurate results.
- Organized and cleaned work area to meet standards, keep tidy and prevent injuries.
- Monitored machine operation for compliance with policies, procedures and processes.
- Identified and corrected issues or inconsistencies found in batch samples.
- Collected batch samples of product for quality control.
- Maintained quality of product by checking labels, packaging and other factors.
- Documented production activity in logs and job tickets.
- Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Used precision measuring tools, micrometers and calipers to meet required product specifications.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Genesis Academy For Kids
Warner Robins, GA
03.2013 - 10.2014
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making.
- Assessed student performance to evaluate progress and development.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Personnel Specialist
United States Air Force Reserve
Charleston, SC
10.2009 - 11.2013
- Updated affirmative action plan to comply with federal guidelines.
- Initiated and maintained personnel and employee-related files and records and established archives to support internal audits.
- Facilitated employee termination process and performed employee exit interviews to relay pertinent information to appropriate personnel.
- Researched options and mandates to enable proper implementation of personnel procedures.
- Conducted full-cycle recruitment to meet company staffing goals and maintain effective business operations.
- Assisted supervisors with employee performance management and offered recommendations for approach and process.
- Cross-trained to cover other personnel staff duties to facilitate office management.
- Shared responsibility with supervisor for updates, troubleshooting and maintenance of HRIS software system.
- Oversaw electronic processing to deliver appropriate paychecks and benefits to employees.
- Designed and implemented internal training for supervisors and other personnel.
- Assisted with design and implementation of internal training for supervisors and other personnel.
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
- Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
- Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Developed and monitored employee recognition programs.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Central Georgia Technical College
Macon, GA05.2013
Medical Assisting
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC05.2012
Human Resources Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL03.2010
Skills
- Community integration
- Patient Assessments
- Care plan assessment
- Behavioral Management
- State Regulations Knowledge
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Rehabilitation
- Cleaning
- Allergy Management
- Meal Preparation
- Bathing
- Patient Management
- Patient Bathing
- Administering Medication
- Developmental Disabilities
- ADLs Assistance
- Emotional Support
- Case management
- Medical office administration
- Indirect Patient Care
- Medical Records Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Progress documentation
- Staff collaboration
- Meeting planning
- Interior decorating
- Errands
- Project planning
- Medical chart documentation
- Filing and data archiving
- Schedule Management
- Light cleaning
- Wound care maintenance
- Physical therapy administration
- Chauffeuring
- Cooking meals
- Proofreading
- Word processing
- Maintains confidentiality
- Patient charting
- Administrative support
- Office administration
- 45 WPM typing speed
- Medical terminology
- EMR / EHR
- Simple Dressings
- Monitoring Patient Progress
- Inventory and Supply Management
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Buffers and plates
- Patient Scheduling
- Assisting with physical exams
- Patient oral care
- Adaptable
- Chemical solution preparation
- Feeding assistance expert
- Respiratory therapy functions
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- CPR
- Compassionate
- Emergency room procedures
- Hospice Care
- Electronic health records
- Patient-focused care
- First Aid and Safety
Accomplishments
- Achieved state certification in Ga for correctional officers at Tift College Department of Corrections.
- Diploma in Medical Assisting
- Associate of Applied Science Degree in Education
- Honorable Veteran Air Force Reserve
Certification
- DCA - Direct Care Aide
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Work Availability
monday
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thursday
friday
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morning
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evening
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Tony Robbins
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United States Air Force Reserve
10.2009 - 11.2013
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Central Georgia Technical College
Medical Assisting
Trident Technical College
Human Resources Management
Community College of The Air Force
- DCA - Direct Care Aide
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
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