Leah Edmiston
Middleburg,PA
Summary
Dedicated to nurturing children's emotional and social growth through faith-based support and effective behavior management. Experience in guiding children through challenges, fostering resilience, and adapting to individual needs. Committed to creating a structured, safe environment that encourages learning and understanding of others.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay at Home Mom
Edmiston Residence
Middleburg, PA
08.2019 - Current
- Organized schedules, appointments, and activities, ensuring family remains on track.
- Supported children through tantrums and emotional challenges, guiding them towards resilience and faith-based coping strategies.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and that God made everyone special
- Adapting to solve daily challenges and minor disputes, as well as unexpected emergencies with effective solutions.
- Event Planning: From birthday parties and holidays to simple playdates I’ll ensure there is food and fun for everyone
- Head Chef: Fresh milled breads and goodies, snack dealer, and breakfast, lunch, and dinner maker
- Life skills teacher - teaching everyday skills that will help my children navigate life
TSS
CCRES
Lancaster, PA
08.2014 - 04.2019
- Provide mental health care support to individual child
- Executed therapeutic strategies outlined in the treatment plan
- Demonstrated patience and empathy to help child navigate stressful situations, ensuring a safe and secure environment
- Monitored patient behavior and progress, providing detailed reports to supervising professionals
- Documented patient interactions and treatment outcomes to track progress and inform treatment adjustments
- Attend weekly staff meetings to discuss the child's progress and review treatment plan
- Assist in classroom or community setting with an individual child
Head Teacher
Crossroads Discovery Center
Milton, PA
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as crafts, music, storytelling, and outdoor/gym time
- Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
- Identified individual children's needs, communicating effectively with guardians on progress and strategies for continued growth
- Established and enforced behavioral rules and procedures, maintaining a structured and safe environment for children
- Attend to children's basic needs by feeding them, dressing them, and changing their diapers
TSS
CONCERN
Lewisburg, PA
04.2012 - 10.2013
- Collaborated with schools to help children meet goals outlined in treatment plans
- Engaged clients in their homes and community settings to provide personalized support.
- Built and sustained effective working relationships with clients, guardians, and staff
- Delivered interactive therapy to children with diverse needs
Crew Member
Dunkin Donuts
Selinsgrove, PA
01.2012 - 04.2012
- Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly with care.
- Collaborated with team to enhance customer satisfaction
- Serve guests
- Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
- Restocked supplies and ingredients promptly to support customer demand
- Maintained organized and fully stocked supplies for seamless operations
- Kept restaurant lobby, front counter and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift.
- Restocked napkins, condiments and utensils at self-service areas during slow periods.
Seasonal Help
Boscov’s
Selinsgrove, PA
11.2011 - 12.2011
- Delivered friendly customer service to foster a welcoming shopping environment
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Stocked and organized shelves to enhance product visibility and accessibility
- Handled cash accurately during closing to maintain financial integrity
Preschool Aide
Northumberland Christian School (NCS)
Northumberland, PA
08.2011 - 12.2011
- Work directly with children with practicing letters, numbers, etc.…
- Assisted teachers in daily classroom activities and lesson preparation.
- Monitored student behavior in order to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved.
- Prepared snacks and facilitated cleanup to maintain a tidy environment.
Administrative Assistant
Bethesda Family Services Foundation (BFSF)
Lewisburg, PA
05.2011 - 09.2011
- Answered phones and scheduled appointments for efficient client management
- Interacted with clients to address inquiries and provide information
- Created brochures and certificates
- Completed training on Bethesda Model practices
Missionary
Child Evangelism (CEF)
Northumberland, PA
01.2009 - 08.2009
- Taught and counseled children ages 5-12
- Planned and organized lessons
- Provided teamwork and leadership skills
- Conducted phone calls to secure support for programs
Office Assistant
T-Ross Brother Construction
Montandon, PA
2007 - 2008
- Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, and filing paperwork
- Assisted in office organizational needs
- Managed operation of multiple copying devices for document reproduction.
Education
B.S. - Psychology, Human Services, Sociology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2011
Skills
- Child behavior monitoring
- Behavior management
- Behavior observation
- Autism understanding
- Social and emotional development
- Therapeutic intervention
- Emotional support
- Client relationship management
- Environment safety
- Team collaboration
- Creative thinking
- Adaptability
- Behavior management techniques
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Stay at Home Mom
Edmiston Residence
08.2019 - Current
TSS
CCRES
08.2014 - 04.2019
Head Teacher
Crossroads Discovery Center
08.2013 - 05.2014
TSS
CONCERN
04.2012 - 10.2013
Crew Member
Dunkin Donuts
01.2012 - 04.2012
Seasonal Help
Boscov’s
11.2011 - 12.2011
Preschool Aide
Northumberland Christian School (NCS)
08.2011 - 12.2011
Administrative Assistant
Bethesda Family Services Foundation (BFSF)
05.2011 - 09.2011
Missionary
Child Evangelism (CEF)
01.2009 - 08.2009
Office Assistant
T-Ross Brother Construction
2007 - 2008
B.S. - Psychology, Human Services, Sociology
Liberty University