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Rhonda Best

South Bend,IN

Summary

Dynamic Mentor Coordinator at Rhyme & Reason with a proven track record in relationship building and student engagement. Skilled in developing personalized goals and fostering communication skills, I effectively encourage growth and achievement in mentees. Committed to creating supportive environments that enhance personal and academic development.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mentor Coordinator

Rhyme & Reason
05.2023 - 06.2025

I would help set goals for my mentee. This would include personal lifeskills, conflict resolution, and career. We would go out in the community. I would transport my mentee to personal and group activities.

I would do reports on the goals that we are working on.

I would encourage my mentee in communication skills.

In-Home Nanny

Zack and Leah Best
08.2022 - 09.2024
  • Provided nurturing care and supervision for children, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment.
  • Developed and implemented engaging educational activities to promote cognitive and social development.
  • Coordinated daily schedules, including meals, playtime, and rest periods to maintain consistent routines.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress, behavior, and any concerns.

Elderly Caregiver

Eileen O'Brien
03.2021 - 04.2023
  • Provided compassionate care and companionship to elderly clients, enhancing overall well-being.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring safety and comfort for clients.
  • Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, maintaining compliance with health guidelines.
  • Monitored changes in clients' health conditions, reporting concerns promptly to appropriate parties.
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with families and healthcare professionals.

Elderly Caregiver

Senior Helpers
08.2018 - 03.2021
  • Trained new caregivers on best practices for elderly care and support techniques.
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Sales Associate

Dress Barn
07.2015 - 06.2017
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, fostering positive shopping experiences and building customer loyalty.
  • Processed transactions efficiently, enhancing checkout experience and minimizing wait times for customers.
  • Trained new associates on sales techniques and operational procedures, improving team performance.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.

Substitute Teacher, K-5

Mary Frank Public School
08.2013 - 05.2014
  • Adapted lesson plans to accommodate varying student needs and learning styles.
  • Fostered strong relationships with students to encourage participation and motivation.
  • Assisted in developing educational materials that enhanced student understanding of concepts.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to ensure academic growth.

Childcare Provider

Little Lighthouse Learning Ministries
05.2011 - 05.2013
  • Supervised daily activities and ensured safety of children in a nurturing environment.
  • Developed age-appropriate learning activities to enhance cognitive and social development.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavior.
  • Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, meals, and developmental milestones.
  • Implemented health and safety protocols to promote a secure environment for children.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.

Education

Associate of Science - Accounting

Indiana Vocational Technical College
South Bend, IN
06-1990

Skills

  • Student engagement
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Adaptable
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Relationship building and management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Safety awareness

Certification

Heart Saver CPR,

American Heart Association First Aid

Timeline

Mentor Coordinator

Rhyme & Reason
05.2023 - 06.2025

In-Home Nanny

Zack and Leah Best
08.2022 - 09.2024

Elderly Caregiver

Eileen O'Brien
03.2021 - 04.2023

Elderly Caregiver

Senior Helpers
08.2018 - 03.2021

Sales Associate

Dress Barn
07.2015 - 06.2017

Substitute Teacher, K-5

Mary Frank Public School
08.2013 - 05.2014

Childcare Provider

Little Lighthouse Learning Ministries
05.2011 - 05.2013

Associate of Science - Accounting

Indiana Vocational Technical College