Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
Generic

Lakema Seals

Chicago,IL

Summary

Adept at care plan implementation and providing emotional support, I have enriched lives at Addus Home Health Care and beyond. My expertise in activity planning and quick problem-solving skills have significantly improved patient and student outcomes, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and compassionate service in diverse educational and healthcare settings.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Care Aide

Addus Home Health Care
Chicago, IL
10.2017 - Current
  • Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and eating.
  • Observed and documented changes in patient's condition including physical and emotional well-being.
  • Helped patients maintain their independence while providing support when needed.
  • Provided emotional support to those requiring end-of-life care.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for all patients according to health regulations standards.
  • Responded quickly in emergency situations following established protocols.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.

Early Childhood Education Teacher

Kidtropolis Child Care Center
Chicago, IL
10.2014 - 08.2017
  • Provided direct instruction in the areas of academics, communication, behavior management, and social and emotional development.
  • Collaborated with parents and other professionals to ensure that each student's needs were met.
  • Created a safe, nurturing environment where students could learn and grow.
  • Facilitated small group instruction based on individual student needs.
  • Conducted assessments to identify areas of need for each student.
  • Organized field trips and extracurricular activities to promote social interaction among peers.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to early childhood special education best practices.
  • Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula for 3 to 5 year olds.

Floater Teacher

Behavioral Staffing
Chicago, IL
10.2011 - 11.2014
  • Provided support to classroom teachers during their absence.
  • Assisted with student behavior management and discipline.
  • Encouraged active participation from students through innovative approaches.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies when needed.
  • Assisted with supervision at recess and lunchtime periods.
  • Assisted with daily classroom activities and routines.

Bus Attendant

Carpenter Elementary School
Chicago, IL
08.2007 - 11.2010
  • Ensured safety and security of passengers by monitoring the bus environment.
  • Provided assistance to passengers with special needs, such as wheelchairs or walkers.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon boarding the bus and provided directions when requested.
  • Performed daily inspections of buses to ensure they were clean, safe, and operational.
  • Helped disabled passengers get off the bus safely at their stop.
  • Communicated with bus drivers, teachers and guardians regarding problems or incidents impacting student riders.

Early Childhood Educator

Creative Children's Learning Center
Chicago, IL
04.2003 - 11.2007
  • Provided a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.
  • Encouraged creativity through art, music, dramatic play and other creative activities.
  • Fostered an atmosphere that encourages respect for all individuals regardless of gender, race or religion.
  • Maintained a clean classroom environment ensuring toys are sanitized regularly.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations such as health and safety standards.

Education

Early Childhood Education

Harold Washington College
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • Care plan implementation
  • Compassionate
  • Activity Planning
  • Quick problem solver
  • Personal care services

  • Housekeeping
  • Multi-tasking

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Health Care Aide

Addus Home Health Care
10.2017 - Current

Early Childhood Education Teacher

Kidtropolis Child Care Center
10.2014 - 08.2017

Floater Teacher

Behavioral Staffing
10.2011 - 11.2014

Bus Attendant

Carpenter Elementary School
08.2007 - 11.2010

Early Childhood Educator

Creative Children's Learning Center
04.2003 - 11.2007

Early Childhood Education

Harold Washington College
Lakema Seals