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Rachel Turner

Wichita,KS

Summary

Experienced care giver with a passion for early childhood development and education. Demonstrated ability to foster positive relationships with children, parents, and extended family. Committed to meeting diverse needs of students. Patient and calm demeanor that creates a safe learning environment for children to grasp new concepts and ask questions. Highly motivated, and a team player with strong work ethic.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Individual Clients
07.2022 - Current
  • Assisted children with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Engaged children in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activities while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Provided compassionate and child-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.

Caregiver, Special Needs

Self-employeed
08.2004 - Current

• Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.

• Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to physician.

• Prepared reports, kept investigation records, and maintained all case-related paperwork.

  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.

Instructor Assistant

Xenon International School Of Hair Design I
01.2001 - 01.2002
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Provided performance feedback to help students understand strengths and areas for improvement.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
  • Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
01.2025

Cosmetology Instructor's License - Cosmetology Education

Xenon International School of Hair Design
Wichita, KS
03.2003

Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

Xenon International School of Hair Design
Wichita, KS
01.2000

Skills

  • Engaging, Enriching Play
  • Observant and Attentive
  • Calm and Patient During Stressful Situations
  • Caring and Responsible
  • Special Needs Clients
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
  • Post-Secondary Education
  • Creating Safe Learning Environment
  • Multicultural Awareness
  • Individual Student Assistance
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity

References

Trisha Stevenson

tstevenson@usd259.net

316-670-0815


Liesl Wright

Lwright@usd259.net

316-300-9288


Brian Scharnhorst

ozcardiggs@gmail.com

316-390-9901


Juli Aguiniga

jaaguiniga@gmail.com

316-651-7796

Timeline

Caregiver

Individual Clients
07.2022 - Current

Caregiver, Special Needs

Self-employeed
08.2004 - Current

Instructor Assistant

Xenon International School Of Hair Design I
01.2001 - 01.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Wichita State University

Cosmetology Instructor's License - Cosmetology Education

Xenon International School of Hair Design

Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

Xenon International School of Hair Design