Sommer Causey
Nichols,SC
Summary
Dedicated Professional experienced in classroom management and patient care. Enhanced student and patient engagement through effective communication and collaboration, while implementing positive reinforcement techniques to maintain safety and foster growth. Contributed to a supportive learning environment, prioritizing the well-being and success of diverse learners.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional/Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
Troy, MI
07.2025 - Current
- Delivered engaging lessons to diverse K-12 student groups.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained a safe and respectful classroom environment for all students.
- Implemented educational activities aligned with curriculum standards and goals.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant PRN
HealthPRO Heritage
Fork, SC
06.2018 - 08.2025
- Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
- Assisted occupational therapists in developing and implementing patient care plans.
- Conducted therapeutic activities to enhance patients' physical abilities and daily living skills.
- Encouraged client participation in self-care activities such as dressing, feeding or grooming.
- Monitored patient progress and reported findings to the therapy team.
- Facilitated group activities designed to improve cognition, motor skills and communication.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient treatment sessions and outcomes.
- Maintained a safe environment throughout all therapy sessions by adhering to safety protocols.
Pharmacy Technician
Mullins Discount Drug Store
Mullins, South Carolina
09.2013 - 10.2013
- Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
- Prepared and labeled medications for patient distribution.
- Assisted customers with medication inquiries and provided product information.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Checked expiration dates on medications to ensure that only unexpired products were dispensed.
- Maintained inventory levels and organized medication storage areas.
Child Care Assistant/ Summer/PRN
Macedonia United Methodist Church Child Care Cente
Mullins, South Carolina
06.2007 - 08.2008
- Supported children in daily activities and personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Assisted children with daily activities and personal care needs.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for children and staff, promoting health and comfort.
- Oversaw health and safety standards compliance with state regulations to maintain a secure environment.
Education
Teaching
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 08.2022 - 08.2024
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
St. Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN 08.2014 - 12.2016
Pharmacy Technician - Certificate
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC 06.2012 - 09.2013
Pre Requisite To Healthcare
Southeastern Community College
Whiteville, NC 08.2009 - 08.2010
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Patient care
- Rehabilitation interventions
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Discipline
- positive behavior support
- classroom management
Certification
- NBCOT Certified
- South Carolina COTA licensed
- ChildSmarts Certificate for Paraprofessionals
Timeline
Paraprofessional/Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
07.2025 - Current
Teaching
Grand Canyon University
08.2022 - 08.2024
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant PRN
HealthPRO Heritage
06.2018 - 08.2025
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
St. Catherine University
08.2014 - 12.2016
Pharmacy Technician
Mullins Discount Drug Store
09.2013 - 10.2013
Pharmacy Technician - Certificate
Midlands Technical College
06.2012 - 09.2013
Pre Requisite To Healthcare
Southeastern Community College
08.2009 - 08.2010
Child Care Assistant/ Summer/PRN
Macedonia United Methodist Church Child Care Cente
06.2007 - 08.2008