Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Volunteer

Sarah Fischer

PALMYRA,Pennsylvania

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong background in patient care and education, notably at Millbach Mennonite School. Skilled in compassionate communication and conflict resolution, I excel at fostering positive relationships and enhancing learning experiences. My attention to detail and organization ensure a supportive environment, promoting well-being and growth for those I serve.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer

The Caring Cupboard
06.2023 - Current

Assisted with inventory, stocking, cleaning, sorting and assisting guests.

  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

Babysitter

K. Weaver, G. Zimmerman, G. Auker, A. Burkholder
09.2016 - 06.2019
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
  • Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
  • Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
  • Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
  • Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
  • Ensured proper hygiene among kids under my care by teaching them about personal cleanliness thus promoting good health habits.
  • Maintained open communication with parents about daily activities, behaviors, and concerns.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.

Tutor

Millbach Mennonite School
01.2011 - 05.2016
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
  • Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
  • Implemented creative instructional techniques to address the unique challenges faced by students with learning differences.

Education

No Degree - Practical Nursing

Lancaster County Career And Technology Center
Lancaster, PA
04-2025

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Medication administration
  • Clinical documentation
  • CPR certification
  • Patient assessment
  • Team collaboration
  • Communication skills
  • Bathing assistance
  • Organization skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Feeding assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Dressing assistance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • End-of-life care
  • Patient transfers
  • Compassionate communication
  • Emotional support
  • Conflict resolution
  • Customer service

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.

Timeline

Volunteer

The Caring Cupboard
06.2023 - Current

Babysitter

K. Weaver, G. Zimmerman, G. Auker, A. Burkholder
09.2016 - 06.2019

Tutor

Millbach Mennonite School
01.2011 - 05.2016

No Degree - Practical Nursing

Lancaster County Career And Technology Center
Sarah Fischer