Shandra Lees
ST CLAIR SHORES,MI
Summary
Accomplished Lead Early Head Start Teacher at Macomb Community Action, adept in Curriculum Planning and providing Special Needs Support. Expertly fostered an inclusive environment, significantly enhancing student engagement through Creative Curriculum. Certified in Trauma Smart and Hearts, Minds and Babies, demonstrating unparalleled commitment to positive reinforcement and student well-being.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Early Head Start Teacher
Macomb Community Action
10.2020 - Current
- Provided a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment for all children.
- Provided open non-bias, positive and empathetic communication with all families.
- Guided new children get used to school by giving one-on-one support to themselves and their family.
- Utilized Creative Curriculum teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Utilized and implemented Teaching Strategies.
- Followed all State of Michigan licensing requirements.
Patient Care Technician
Detroit Medical Center - Children's Hospital of Michigan
07.2007 - 07.2015
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Lead Infant, Toddler and Preschool Teacher
Mini Kampus
09.1999 - Current
- Assisted and supervised 4 to 8 children through entire school day.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Education
CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE - Early Childhood Education
Council For Professional Recognition
Warren, MI03.2022
Medical / Patient Care Assistant - Nursing
Everest Institute - Grand Rapids
Southfield, MI07.2007
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Special Needs Support
- Curriculum Planning
- Trauma Smart certified
- Hearts, Minds and Babies certified
Work Availability
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Timeline
Lead Early Head Start Teacher
Macomb Community Action
10.2020 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Detroit Medical Center - Children's Hospital of Michigan
07.2007 - 07.2015
Lead Infant, Toddler and Preschool Teacher
Mini Kampus
09.1999 - Current
CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE - Early Childhood Education
Council For Professional Recognition
Medical / Patient Care Assistant - Nursing
Everest Institute - Grand Rapids
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