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T’keyah Drayton

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.

Demonstrated ability as Paraprofessional to foster positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. Committed to providing culturally responsive support, meeting diverse needs of students. Patient demeanor creates environment where students feel comfortable asking questions while learning new concepts.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Competent Special Education Paraprofessional offering wealth of experience in small group instruction with children of diverse ages. Passionate about education with desire to work with students across levels. Understands importance of teaching solid study habits for testing success.

Qualified Teaching Assistant offers track record of success in helping students with special needs. Well-trained in academic, behavioral and personal needs of students with developmental delays and diagnoses such as autism spectrum disorder. Works with parents and teachers to implement personalized approaches for each student.

Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional offering excellent skills in devising student strategies and monitoring classroom activities. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities is highly sought.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

Amergis
12.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.

Behavioral Health Technician

KMS STAFFING
08.2019 - Current
  • Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
  • Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
  • Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
  • Communicated with clients to assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
  • Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.

Personal Care Aide

Senior Helpers
02.2019 - 08.2021
  • Provided personal support in the home for an average of 5 new clients per month
  • Handled all direct support issues in a timely, professional, and courteous manner
  • Helped with feeding, dressing, washing, companionship, transportation to appointments.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.

Direct Support Professional

PA Lifesharing LLC
01.2016 - 03.2018
  • Educated clients concerning their disability and the proper care and treatment for their condition
  • Handled all direct support issues in a timely, professional, and courteous manner
  • Ensured every client was well fed, clean, and safe at all times
  • Created a sense of community among clients, increasing their satisfaction.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.

Education

Benedict College

Harrisburg High school
Harrisburg, Pa
06.2009

Skills

  • Communication skills, Computer literacy, Time management, Documentation review, Leadership, Customer service
  • Microsoft word, Analytics, Conflict Management, Charting
  • Mental Health Care
  • Team Meetings
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Care Plan Development
  • Behavioral Control
  • Progress Documentation
  • Observe Behaviors
  • Classroom support
  • Documentation
  • CPR and first aid
  • Teacher assistance
  • Special education support
  • Emotional support
  • Student health and safety
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Crisis management
  • Physical assistance

Contact

Philadelphia, PA 19131

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Amergis
12.2023 - Current

Behavioral Health Technician

KMS STAFFING
08.2019 - Current

Personal Care Aide

Senior Helpers
02.2019 - 08.2021

Direct Support Professional

PA Lifesharing LLC
01.2016 - 03.2018

Harrisburg High school

Benedict College
T’keyah Drayton