Tanika Crandell
Bridgeton
Summary
Dedicated and innovative, I significantly enhanced student and patient outcomes at Cape May County Special Services School by developing effective communication and organizational strategies. Leveraging reliability and creativity, I also excelled in nutritional planning at Cape Regional Medical Center, reducing food waste by 20%. My approach combines motivational skills with a commitment to health and education.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
One-On-One Aide
Cape May County Special Services School
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted students with special needs in developing effective communication skills, fostering a sense of independence.
- Helped students build strong organizational skills that improved their overall academic success and daily functioning at school.
- Provided ongoing feedback to parents and teachers regarding student progress, ensuring consistent communication among all parties involved.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for improving student performance in both academic and social settings.
One-On-One Aide
Cape May County Special Services School
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted students with special needs in developing effective communication skills, fostering a sense of independence.
- Helped students build strong organizational skills that improved their overall academic success and daily functioning at school.
- Provided ongoing feedback to parents and teachers regarding student progress, ensuring consistent communication among all parties involved.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for improving student performance in both academic and social settings.
- (Left for maternity leave 1/2022)
Nutritional Aide
Cape Regional Medical Center, Cape May Court
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted dietitians in developing customized meal plans for patients with specific dietary needs.
- Educated patients and their families on the importance of proper nutrition for overall health and wellbeing.
- Reduced food waste by monitoring portion sizes and adjusting meal plans according to individual patient needs.
- Implemented creative solutions for accommodating diverse cultural preferences when planning menus.
- (Left job due to no reliable transportation 12/2022)
Nutritional Aide
Cape Regional Medical Center, Cape May Court
10.2017 - 12.2020
- Assisted dietitians in developing customized meal plans for patients with specific dietary needs.
- Educated patients and their families on the importance of proper nutrition for overall health and wellbeing.
- Reduced food waste by monitoring portion sizes and adjusting meal plans according to individual patient needs.
- Implemented creative solutions for accommodating diverse cultural preferences when planning menus.
- (Left for maternity leave) 12/2020
Seafood Clerk
Acme Markets, Inc
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment for both employees and customers.
- Upheld the highest standards of cleanliness throughout the department, performing daily sanitation tasks such as washing cutting boards, utensils, display cases, and work surfaces.
- Washed floors, walls, coolers and storage shelves.
- Conducted routine quality assurance inspections to ensure adherence to food safety standards within the seafood department.
Nutritional Aide
Autumn Lake Healthcare
03.2016 - 04.2017
- Assisted dietitians in developing customized meal plans for patients with specific dietary needs.
- Educated patients and their families on the importance of proper nutrition for overall health and wellbeing.
- Reduced food waste by monitoring portion sizes and adjusting meal plans according to individual patient needs.
- Implemented creative solutions for accommodating diverse cultural preferences when planning menus.
Education
High School Diploma - Science, Physics, Health, Math
Middle Township High School
Cape May Court House, NJ06.2010
Skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Self-awareness
- Motivational skills
- Creativity and innovation
Timeline
One-On-One Aide
Cape May County Special Services School
03.2023 - Current
Nutritional Aide
Cape Regional Medical Center, Cape May Court
05.2022 - 12.2022
One-On-One Aide
Cape May County Special Services School
09.2021 - Current
Nutritional Aide
Cape Regional Medical Center, Cape May Court
10.2017 - 12.2020
Seafood Clerk
Acme Markets, Inc
05.2017 - 09.2017
Nutritional Aide
Autumn Lake Healthcare
03.2016 - 04.2017
High School Diploma - Science, Physics, Health, Math
Middle Township High School
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