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Mark Washington

North Charleston,SC

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at North Charleston Learning Center, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Skilled in motivating students through engaging lesson plans and fostering a supportive environment. Recognized for enhancing student engagement and providing critical support to struggling learners, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

North Charleston Learning Center
02.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.

PCA

Lea Cares
04.2023 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.

Respite Care Provider

Lea Cares
08.2015 - Current
  • Provided safe environments for patients, addressing potential hazards and maintaining cleanliness in living spaces.
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and wellbeing.
  • Enhanced patient comfort with compassionate and attentive support during daily activities.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication while providing respite care services.
  • Received consistent positive feedback from families on the quality of care provided, contributing to a high level of client satisfaction.
  • Assisted patients with mobility and transfers, ensuring safety and comfort during all movements.
  • Administered medications accurately, ensuring patient health and adherence to prescribed treatments.

Pharmacy Technician

CMOP
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
  • Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.

Community Outreach Specialist

Palmetto Community Action Partnership
02.2018 - 05.2019
  • Enhanced community engagement by developing and implementing targeted outreach programs.
  • Improved overall program effectiveness by regularly analyzing data and adjusting strategies as needed.
  • Served as a liaison between community members and local government representatives, advocating for the needs and concerns of residents.
  • Conducted needs assessments to identify areas requiring additional support or resources within the community.
  • Fostered positive relationships with community members and local organizations through consistent communication and collaboration.
  • Created a welcoming environment at community centers by organizing regular social gatherings and recreational activities.
  • Connected individuals with available and relevant resources.

Education

Health Science

Morris College
Sumter, SC

North Charleston High School
North Charleston, SC
06.2015

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement
  • Behavior management
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Conflict resolution
  • Child development

Certification

CPR Certified

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Timeline

Teacher

North Charleston Learning Center
02.2024 - Current

Pharmacy Technician

CMOP
05.2023 - 12.2023

PCA

Lea Cares
04.2023 - Current

Community Outreach Specialist

Palmetto Community Action Partnership
02.2018 - 05.2019

Respite Care Provider

Lea Cares
08.2015 - Current

Health Science

Morris College

North Charleston High School
Mark Washington