Taylor Kujawa
Ithaca,NY
Summary
Versatile Special needs worker. Passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to children. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CSP
Racker
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve program outcomes.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
Nanny
Angela Jensen
08.2022 - Current
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to minimize indiscipline and guide children in attaining positive behavior.
Senior Counselor
Unity House Of Cayuga County
04.2019 - 08.2022
- Worked with clients to help them resolve behavioral, social and personal problems.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Managed day-to-day operation of home to comply with regulations and agency standards.
- Supervised residents preparing meals and handling chores and provided constructive feedback.
- Trained and supervised staff on proper cleaning techniques, safety protocols and customer service to increase quality standards.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Student Manager
Statler Hotel
08.2015 - 10.2018
- Empowered employees with strong base of job knowledge and necessary resources to successfully complete daily tasks.
- Kept facility clean and neat with regular attention to maintenance demands.
- Trained staff in department procedures and requirements to build cohesive and successful team.
- Patrolled activities areas to check on students and maximize safety and security protections.
- Assessed staff assignment sheets and assisted in fair task delegation.
- Directed and managed banquet functions 200+ person events.
- Delegated and performed tasks to clean and break-down materials after events and prepare for upcoming facility use.
- Juggled multiple clients and conflicting schedules diplomatically, resolving scheduling errors professionally and expeditiously.
Education
Associates in Viniculture - Wine Marketing
TC3
Dryden, NY05.2019
Skills
- Child Development
- IEPs
- Life Skills Development
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Group Activities
- Performance Optimization Strategies
- Personalized Support
- Praise and Encouragement
- Emergency Situations
- Emotionally Supportive
- Enrichment Activities
- Parent Interaction
Certification
First Aid
CPR
Life gaurding
Timeline
CSP
Racker
08.2022 - Current
Nanny
Angela Jensen
08.2022 - Current
Senior Counselor
Unity House Of Cayuga County
04.2019 - 08.2022
Student Manager
Statler Hotel
08.2015 - 10.2018
Associates in Viniculture - Wine Marketing
TC3
First Aid
CPR
Life gaurding
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