Sonya Penrose
Ghresources
Reading ,PA
23
years of professional experience
Dedicated professional with expertise in classroom assistance, emotional support, and autism spectrum support. Committed to fostering independence and implementing individualized care plans for diverse needs.
Work History
Paraprofessional Aide
1 Year 10 Months- Assisted teachers in delivering instructional materials and supporting classroom activities.
- Implemented individualized support plans for students with special needs.
- Facilitated communication between educators, parents, and students to enhance learning outcomes.
- Monitored student progress and behavior, providing feedback to instructional staff.
Direct Support Professional
1 Year 9 Months- Provided individualized support to enhance daily living skills and foster independence.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and consistent encouragement.
- Implemented recreational and social activities to promote engagement and community integration.
- Coordinated communication between clients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
CNA
5 Years 5 Months- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and documentation of vital signs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans for residents.
- Monitored patient progress, reporting changes in condition to nursing staff promptly.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing overall health standards within the facility.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, fostering a supportive environment.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, improving overall efficiency of care delivery systems.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Server
16 Years 6 Months- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food delivery.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing guest inquiries and concerns.
- Trained new servers on menu details and service standards to enhance team efficiency.
- Managed multiple tables effectively, ensuring consistent quality of service during peak hours.
Front End Store Manager
2 Years 6 Months- Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service excellence and product knowledge.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock availability and minimizing shrinkage.
- Implemented promotional strategies, increasing customer engagement and sales performance.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Education
Skills
Classroom assistance
Positive reinforcement
Emotional support
Transportation assistance
Student supervision
Autism spectrum support
Learning disability support
Special education
Disability rights
Intellectual disability care
Personal care assistance
Friendly and outgoing
Patient
Calm and patient demeanor
CPR and first aid
Classroom support
Arts and crafts
Timeline
Paraprofessional Aide
Ghresources
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
Direct Support Professional
Bro Mack Living
06.2024 - 03.2026Read More
CNA
Ageless Harmony
01.2019 - 06.2024Read More
Front End Store Manager
Giant Food Stores
02.2007 - 08.2009Read More
Server
Wegmens
09.2003 - 03.2020Read More
Reading Area Community College
No Degree from Early Childhood Education
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