Mica Riddle
Jamestown,NC
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Abound Health (A Small Miracle), Servant's Heart
08.2017 - Current
- Supports and advocates for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Assists clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintains a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Assists with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Facilitates social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Manages de-esclation situations effectively, maintaining calm and ensuring safety of clients and staff.
Swim Instructor
Ragsdale YMCA
05.2017 - Current
- Increased swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and maintaining vigilant supervision during lessons.
- Fostered love of swimming, teaching students of all skill levels, including adults and adaptive swimmers.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual swimmer needs.
- Implemented proper safety protocols and emergency response plans.
EC Teacher's Assistant
Grimsley High School
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed student behavior as directed by and modeled by teacher.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Assisted students off-campus to develop job skills at possible future job sites.
Exceptional Children Teacher's Assistant
Our Lady of Grace Catholic School
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Delivered efficient instruction by assisting with lesson planning and materials preparation.
- Set up classroom equipment and organized activities.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Counseled Exceptional children from Pre-K to Third grade while assisting with instructional inclusion for various grades
- Worked well in a demanding environment while utilizing exceptional organization and time management skills
Stay at Home Mother
Self-Employed
03.2010 - 05.2017
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
ED Technican II
Sentara Leigh Hospital
09.2009 - 02.2010
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Obtained and documented vital signs, performed oxygen therapy, and performed urinary catheterizations.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Performed IV access, blood draws, EKG's and placement of cardiac monitors
- Maintained clean and sanitary environment in emergency department to meet hygiene measures.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, COBachelor of Science - Athletic Training
Greensboro College
Greensboro, NCAssociate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Sciences
Guilford Technical Community College
Greensboro, NC07.2009
Skills
- Disability Awareness
- Social Skills Development
- Recreational Activities
- Individualized Support Planning
- CPR Certification
Timeline
EC Teacher's Assistant
Grimsley High School
01.2022 - 08.2024
Exceptional Children Teacher's Assistant
Our Lady of Grace Catholic School
08.2020 - 12.2021
Direct Support Professional
Abound Health (A Small Miracle), Servant's Heart
08.2017 - Current
Swim Instructor
Ragsdale YMCA
05.2017 - Current
Stay at Home Mother
Self-Employed
03.2010 - 05.2017
ED Technican II
Sentara Leigh Hospital
09.2009 - 02.2010
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
Greensboro College
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Sciences
Guilford Technical Community College
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