Starri Vasquez
New Bern,NC
Summary
Passionate teacher's assistant dedicated to providing expert support for the emotional, physical, and mental needs of each student. Highly attentive, caring, and vigilant in ensuring the well-being and progress of every child. Possesses exceptional multitasking, organizational, and conflict management abilities to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. Committed to fostering a nurturing atmosphere where students can thrive and reach their full potential.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Monarch
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
Teacher's Assistant
Childcare Network
07.2022 - Current
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
Direct Support Professional
Easter Seals
05.2020 - 02.2022
- Assisted individuals with identifying goals, developing outcomes, and ensuring their safety and health needs were met
- Provided direct interventions to build socialization and daily living skills.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
Direct Care Specialist
RHA Health Services
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided assistance and support to patients, including administering treatments and handling daily living tasks.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of direct care.
- Fostered a supportive environment for clients with diverse needs, implementing individualized care plans tailored to their requirements.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, updating care plans as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Conducted regular checks of living spaces for cleanliness and safety compliance, maintaining a hazard-free environment conducive to recovery.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary, utilizing de-escalation techniques to ensure the safety of all involved parties.
- Increased client satisfaction with services by consistently delivering compassionate and respectful assistance.
- Improved client safety by diligently monitoring their physical and emotional health, promptly addressing any concerns.
Home Health Aide
Partners in Care
08.2012 - 12.2017
- Assisted clients with daily living skills, escorted them to medical appointments, and maintained cleanliness of their living space.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Craven Community College
New Bern, NC05.2026
HS in Business -
New Bern High School
New Bern, NC01.2008
High School Diploma -
Boys and Girls High School
Brooklyn, NY01.2008
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Behavior redirection
- Client Support
- Medication Administration
- Behavioral Management
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Decision-making support
- Health and safety requirements
- Direct Patient Care
- Transportation
- ADL support
- Goal Setting
- Social Skills Development
- Crisis Management
- Patient Management
- Progress Documentation
- Individualized Support Planning
- Safety Monitoring
- Community Integration
- Indirect Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Nutrition
Certification
- Home Health Aid, 08/01/12, Present
- Drivers License
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Monarch
08.2022 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Childcare Network
07.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Easter Seals
05.2020 - 02.2022
Direct Care Specialist
RHA Health Services
01.2018 - 01.2020
Home Health Aide
Partners in Care
08.2012 - 12.2017
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Craven Community College
HS in Business -
New Bern High School
High School Diploma -
Boys and Girls High School