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Starlena Anglemyer

Sturgis,MI

Summary

I strive to work in partnership with other professionals who share a passion for educating and empowering individuals. Whether it's a child, adult, and/or guardian I want to and enjoy collectively preparing all individuals to lead their best lives within society.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Care Worker

St. Joe Community Co-Op
11.2019 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Supervised medication and exercises as directed by physician.
  • Assisted/Supervised client in cleaning personal areas and preparing healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Transport/Accompany individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Assisted in planning healthy meals, purchasing ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
  • Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
  • Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.

Daycare Assistant

Little Shadow's Daycare
12.2022 - 07.2023
  • Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Sanitized tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Assisted/supervised potty training toddlers.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques and Sign Language to enhance social interactions and emotional development.

Daycare Teacher

Central Commons
06.2017 - 05.2019
  • Sanitized and maintained toys, play equipment, and surrounding environment each day to maintain safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards.
  • Engaged with children on individual and group basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards, reinforcing positive behaviors, implementing age appropriate lessons and activities.
  • Assisted with potty training needs.

Educational Assistant Teacher

Eastwood Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2017
  • Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress in Special Education, Regular Education, and English as a second Language.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Assisted in curriculum planning, team teaching, and at times led lessons.
  • Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
  • Planned, prepared and presented group assignments to encourage collaboration.
  • Assisted/Conducted English as a Second Language and DIBELS state testing.

Educational Assistant

Eastwood Elementary School
08.2009 - 06.2010
  • Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.

Private Nanny

Karen
08.2008 - 06.2009
  • Assisted Autistic family of four with daily personal tasks such as: dressing, meal prepping, household chores, and bathing.
  • Helped young children become involved in socializing within peer groups through after school programs.
  • Tutoring young children with school studies.

Educational Assistant

Hillcrest Elementary School
08.2007 - 06.2009
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes in Cognitively Impaired classroom.
  • Provided support to help students with their special needs learn and grow.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.

Childcare Provider

P & S Kleppert
08.2003 - 06.2006
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline for special needs child.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for child based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions per child's parents.

Education

No Degree - Elementary Education

Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Glen Oaks Community College
Centreville, MI

Early Childhood

Centreville Jr. /Senior High School
Centreville, MI

High School Diploma -

White Pigeon High School
White Pigeon, MI
06.2005

Skills

  • First Aid/Safety and CPR Certified
  • Accurate Documenting
  • Rapport Building
  • Teaching/Team Teaching and Collaboration
  • Special Education
  • Compassionate
  • Patient
  • Knowledgeable in career area

Timeline

Daycare Assistant

Little Shadow's Daycare
12.2022 - 07.2023

Direct Care Worker

St. Joe Community Co-Op
11.2019 - Current

Daycare Teacher

Central Commons
06.2017 - 05.2019

Educational Assistant Teacher

Eastwood Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2017

Educational Assistant

Eastwood Elementary School
08.2009 - 06.2010

Private Nanny

Karen
08.2008 - 06.2009

Educational Assistant

Hillcrest Elementary School
08.2007 - 06.2009

Childcare Provider

P & S Kleppert
08.2003 - 06.2006

No Degree - Elementary Education

Ferris State University

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Glen Oaks Community College

Early Childhood

Centreville Jr. /Senior High School

High School Diploma -

White Pigeon High School
Starlena Anglemyer