SARAH LOCKE
Summary
Child development professional prepared to support children's emotional well-being in healthcare settings. Extensive experience in developing therapeutic activities and providing family support. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic environments. Proficient in child development theory and therapeutic play.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PEDIATRIC VOLUNTEER
Helen Devos Children's Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Offered families the opportunity to sit with the child while the family member took a rest
- Cleaned hospital toys and children's equipment
- Provided children with activities such as coloring and painting, brought them books, and provided toys
- Assisting children with special events around the hospital
- Read books to children and play games with them
- Directly assisted the child life specialist
- Provided comfort to hospitalized children by reading stories, playing games, or simply listening to their concerns
SCHOOL HEALTH AIDE
Corewell Health
10.2023 - Current
- Health screening coordination
- Medication administration
- Allergy awareness
- Health screens
- Child development
- Emotional support and companionship
- Teamwork and collaboration
- CPR/AED
- Communicated regularly with children's' families and teachers to provide updates on health and wellbeing
- Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers
- Administered daily medications to children as needed
- Provided first aid to students and staff
- Trained in Diabetes management care, which included administering insulin and checking blood sugar
- Trained in emergency care such as heart attacks, seizures, mental health crisis's, and allergic reactions
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
LEAD DAYCARE TEACHER
Sprout Early Care and Preschool
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving, and social skills
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students
- Implemented progress monitoring systems to track individual student growth, enabling targeted support and interventions as needed.
- Developed positive relationships with parents, resulting in increased parental involvement and support for their child''s education.
CHILD ADVOCATE INTERN
Gilden Woods
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Completed an internship as a daycare child advocate.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to teachers and students.
- Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills by working professionally with diverse families.
- Assisted in creating a developmentally appropriate curriculum for students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in child advocacy work.
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL VOLUNTEER
Kalamazoo Public Schools
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed arts and crafts ideas for young learners to explore their creativity while reinforcing educational concepts.
- Assisted with guidance for an afterschool program.
- Provided additional support to struggling students through individual tutoring sessions, exhibiting an aptitude for teaching.
- Collaborated with staff members on various projects that benefit students, showing outstanding teamwork abilities.
ASSISTANT POOL MANAGER
Dearborn Country Club
05.2016 - 08.2019
- Responded quickly to emergencies at the pool facility.
- Performed routine maintenance on pools, equipment, furniture, and other amenities
- Facilitated children's swim team events and assisted with meets and practices
- Organized special events such as swimming competitions, social gatherings, and recreational activities at the pool facility for up to 500 people
- Ensured compliance with local health codes, regulations, and safety standards
- Assisted with the hiring, training, and supervising of lifeguards and pool staff
Education
MASTERS IN FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE - CHILD LIFE
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI06-2025
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI06.2023
Skills
- Medication administration/ allergy awareness
- Health screens
- Developmental milestone awareness
- Epipen administration
- Emotional support and companionship
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Flexibility
- Family-centered care
- Child development expertise
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Pediatric and Adult CPR/AED
- Mental Health First Aid
Timeline
PEDIATRIC VOLUNTEER
Helen Devos Children's Hospital
01.2024 - Current
SCHOOL HEALTH AIDE
Corewell Health
10.2023 - Current
CHILD ADVOCATE INTERN
Gilden Woods
01.2023 - 05.2023
LEAD DAYCARE TEACHER
Sprout Early Care and Preschool
09.2021 - 09.2023
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL VOLUNTEER
Kalamazoo Public Schools
12.2020 - 06.2021
ASSISTANT POOL MANAGER
Dearborn Country Club
05.2016 - 08.2019
MASTERS IN FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE - CHILD LIFE
Western Michigan University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT
Western Michigan University
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