Shekinah Patton
Hempstead,NY
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Plus, Group Homes Inc.
Wantagh, NY
02.2023 - Current
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
Direct Support Professional
Cerebral Palsy Association of New York State
Roosevelt, NY
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
Teacher's Assistant
EOC of Nassau County
Westbury, NY
04.2014 - 05.2022
- Facilitated small group instruction and activities for students of varying abilities.
- Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
- Supported teachers by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and organizing supplies.
- Coordinated daily tasks between teachers and other staff members.
- Greeted parents at school events to provide information about curriculum and activities.
- Helped teacher plan lessons utilizing various teaching strategies including hands-on activities and technology integration.
- Supervised students during lunchtime, field trips, assemblies, and other activities.
- Participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences related to teaching practices or educational trends.
- Conducted assessments for new students entering the school district.
Education
Phlebotomy
Access Careers - Hempstead
Hempstead, NY06-2023
High School Diploma -
Uniondale High School
Uniondale, NY08-2012
Associate of Science - Human Services
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NYTimeline
Direct Support Professional
Plus, Group Homes Inc.
02.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Cerebral Palsy Association of New York State
02.2022 - 02.2023
Teacher's Assistant
EOC of Nassau County
04.2014 - 05.2022
Phlebotomy
Access Careers - Hempstead
High School Diploma -
Uniondale High School
Associate of Science - Human Services
Nassau Community College