Nicole Blackburn
Ypsilanti,MI
Summary
Compassionate individual that is eager to learn and grow in an early childhood educational setting. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Paraprofessional
Edustaff
01.2024 - Current
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students who needed additional support, enabling them to achieve academic goals.
- Promoted a safe learning environment by closely monitoring student behavior and intervening when necessary to maintain orderliness in the classroom.
- Provided coverage for absent teachers as needed
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Supported children's emotional development through compassionate listening and empathetic communication strategies.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
Photographer
Nbphotography
01.2021 - Current
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
- Generated cost-effective solutions for client's photography needs.
- Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with attentiveness to their specific needs and preferences in wedding photography.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing deadlines and maintaining excellent organization.
- Maintained photography equipment, ensuring gear was in optimal condition for all shoots.
- Managed social media accounts, showcasing portfolio and attracting new clients through engaging content.
Instacart Shopper
Instacart
12.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and making good selections for customers.
- Managed time effectively to complete multiple orders within tight deadlines, maximizing productivity and earnings.
- Worked productively with customers to meet order requirements and service expectations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient grocery shopping services.
- Loaded and unloaded orders at customer's homes or locations.
- Reviewed customer orders closely to locate desired items and checked app regularly to identify changes.
- Tracked substitutions and informed customers of changes.
Hospital Transporter
Trinity Hospital
06.2013 - 10.2018
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, families, and healthcare team members for optimal service delivery.
- Received consistent positive feedback from patients and families for compassionate care during transport.
- Provided emotional support to patients during transfer processes, reducing anxiety levels and promoting positive experiences within the hospital setting.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport equipment to minimize infection risk for patients and staff.
- Ensured patient safety by properly positioning patients on stretchers, wheelchairs, and other transport equipment.
- Assisted with discharge process by escorting patients with belongings to leave facility safely and comfortably.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards regarding patient information in adherence with HIPAA regulations.
- Ensured timely arrival for appointments, managing patient transport schedules efficiently.
- Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
- Fostered strong relationships with team members across various departments through clear communication and teamwork.
- Ensured the safe and respectful transfer of deceased patients to the morgue.
- Led a team in the efficient and safe transport of patients within the healthcare facility.
Florist
Kroger
09.2013 - 09.2016
- Managed daily opening and closing of florist shop to prepare for incoming customers.
- Prepared potted plants and bouquets based on customer requirements.
- Utilized floral design techniques to craft unique floral arrangements.
- Nurtured flowers to maintain quality and promote longevity.
- Managed inventory to ensure freshness and availability of seasonal flowers, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Handled cash transactions with accuracy and integrity, maintaining trustworthiness as a valued team member.
- Maintained high standard of organization and cleanliness of store premises.
- Assisted clients with custom requests by listening attentively to their needs, making appropriate recommendations based on personal tastes or event themes.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Consolidated High School
Ypsilanti, MI06-2011
Skills
- Behavioral support
- Special education support
- Disability awareness
- Classroom supervision
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Classroom organization
- Classroom support
- Emotional support
- Relationship building
Timeline
Substitute Paraprofessional
Edustaff
01.2024 - Current
Instacart Shopper
Instacart
12.2021 - 01.2022
Photographer
Nbphotography
01.2021 - Current
Florist
Kroger
09.2013 - 09.2016
Hospital Transporter
Trinity Hospital
06.2013 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Consolidated High School
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