Michaela Johnson
Kershaw,SC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Direct Support Professional Residential (DSP-R)
CHESCO Services
Chesterfield, SC
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance client well-being.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster positive interactions.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for clients at all times.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, and reported any changes or concerns to the House Manager.
Child Watch Associate
Gregory Family YMCA
Lancaster, SC
08.2022 - 01.2026
- Adhere to policies as stated in the YMCA Child Care Policies and Procedures Manual and subsequent YMCA trainings and meetings.
- Work in a team environment and encourage open communication regarding concerns/issues with children, parents, and co-workers.
- Ensure emergency procedures are followed, and notify supervisor of any incidents and accidents
immediately.
Paraprofessional
Shiloh Sonshine Preschool
Lancaster, South Carolina
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Supported teachers with classroom management and student engagement strategies.
- Organized classroom materials and resources for effective instructional delivery.
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
University Of South Carolina Lancaster
Lancaster, SCSkills
- Team collaboration
- Behavior management
- Calm under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
- Emotional support
- PPE compliance
- First Aid/CPR
- Professionalism and empathy
- Socially adept
Certification
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Residential (DSP-R)
CHESCO Services
07.2025 - Current
Paraprofessional
Shiloh Sonshine Preschool
08.2024 - 05.2025
Child Watch Associate
Gregory Family YMCA
08.2022 - 01.2026
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
University Of South Carolina Lancaster