SHAMIKA SAMUEL
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Experienced with educational support, assisting in development and implementation of classroom activities. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to foster supportive and engaging learning environment. Knowledge of effective classroom management techniques and instructional support.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Movement School
Freedom DR
11.2025 - Current
- Supported diverse student needs through individualized instruction and classroom management strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Assisted in monitoring student progress and provided feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Utilized educational technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences for students.
Patient Administrator
Hartford Healthcare Hospital
Hartford, CT
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment coordination to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Facilitated insurance verification processes to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Oversaw electronic health record management, enhancing data integrity and retrieval speed.
- Implemented patient intake procedures, improving overall patient experience and satisfaction.
Patient Transport Aide
Hartford Hospital
Hartford, CT
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Maintained a clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds, and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds, and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions
Teacher's Assistant
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
Newington, CT
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Assistant Program Manager
Community Resource Center
01.2016 - 05.2022
- Serve an advocate for group home residents
- Supervise and assist staff with daily activities such as working towards their resident’s personal goals
- Ensure a clean and safe environment for residents
- Handle emergency situations according to emergency procedures; communicate with staff, resident families, and consultants in a professional manner
- Receive, review, and process files; submission of various documentation; submit reports in a timely fashion.
- Developed and recommended policies and procedures for evaluating programs.
Direct Support Professional
Community Resource Center
05.2014 - 01.2016
- Administer medication to individuals as prescribed
- Observe individuals for any changes in behaviors or health that may have resulted from medication administration
- Assist and encourage individuals to establish and maintain healthy hygiene habits, such as toileting, washing their hands and eating
- Ensure a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the individuals
- Assist with meal preparation and clean up adhering to OSHA regulations and standards.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Education
EOC Direct Support Professional -
SUNY Bronx
Bronx New York04-2014
GED -
New York Department of Education
The Bronx, NY03-2013
No Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC06-2028
Skills
- Typing 50 wpm; Word/Excel/Allscripts; 5 years supervision
- Collaboration with teachers
- Critical Thinking
- Teacher assistance
- Classroom organization
- Learning disabilities support
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Movement School
11.2025 - Current
Patient Administrator
Hartford Healthcare Hospital
10.2023 - 09.2025
Patient Transport Aide
Hartford Hospital
02.2023 - 10.2023
Teacher's Assistant
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
05.2022 - 02.2023
Assistant Program Manager
Community Resource Center
01.2016 - 05.2022
Direct Support Professional
Community Resource Center
05.2014 - 01.2016
GED -
New York Department of Education
EOC Direct Support Professional -
SUNY Bronx
No Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education
Central Piedmont Community College