Exceptionally talented at providing social and emotional support to improve patient moral and increase comfort. Focused on promoting intellectual, emotional and social development in children and the less fortunate.
Work History
Childcare Provider
Forsyth Child Development Center
Ft. Dix, KS
Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each child.
Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Observed children's behavior and development, communicate information with parents.
Taught basic skills such as personal hygiene, social manners and appropriate behavior.
Read books aloud to small groups or individual children.
Assisted with feeding infants and toddlers during meal times.
Planned field trips to local parks, libraries and other educational places.
Encouraged positive interactions between children by providing supervision at all times.
Assisted in planning nutritious snacks and meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by state regulations.
Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress or any other concerns related to childcare services provided.
Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
Communicated with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
Homeschool Teacher
Home School Provider
Developed and implemented a comprehensive homeschool curriculum for students of all ages.
Created lesson plans, activities, and assessments to assess student progress in their learning journey.
Planned field trips to various educational institutions to enhance the classroom experience.
Coordinated with other homeschool teachers to ensure that appropriate standards were met.
Organized virtual classes using online resources such as Zoom, Google Classroom, and other platforms.
Assisted students in finding additional resources outside of the traditional classroom setting.
Collaborated with other professionals such as tutors or specialists when needed for additional help for students.
Promoted positive behavior management strategies among students in order to foster an effective learning environment.
Adapted teaching methods based on individual student needs while maintaining core curricular objectives.
Facilitated meaningful interactions between peers through group projects or activities.
Offered children rich and diverse learning opportunities through traditional and digital-based education as well as field trips, group gatherings and special events.
Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
Graded homework, quizzes, classwork and exams to report on progress of student achievements.
Evaluated classical, student-lead and unschooling methodologies for best option.
Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
Nurse Aide
Assistant Living
Assisted with transferring patients from bed to wheelchair or strher.
Performed vital signs checks on patients such as temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
Monitored patient's condition and reported any changes to the registered nurse or physician.
Prepared meals for patients according to their dietary requirements.
Organized activities that encourage socialization among residents in long-term care facility.
Assisted nurses in providing medical treatments as directed by physicians.
Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests courteously and efficiently.
Maintained a clean environment by disinfecting equipment, emptying trash containers, cleaning surfaces, changing linens.
Collected specimens for laboratory testing as requested by the physician.
Administered medications following established procedures and protocols under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Provided compassionate care and clear communication in dealing with issues of death and dying.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gaither High School
Tampa, FL
06.1993
Skills
Compassionate nursing asst working with physically challenged, bedridden and memory-impaired patients
Exceptionally talented at providing social and emotional support to improve patient moral and increase comfort
Proficient in assisting patients with daily hygiene, including showering and incontinence care
Early Childhood Educator at Haines City Child Development Center & Helpful Hands Child CareEarly Childhood Educator at Haines City Child Development Center & Helpful Hands Child Care