Teara Cox
Albany,NY
Summary
With a proven track record at TSL Kids Crew, I excel in lesson planning and conflict resolution, enhancing educational environments and fostering inclusivity. My expertise spans childcare to patient care, demonstrating exceptional communication and behavior modeling skills, significantly improving client and student outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
TSL Kids Crew
04.2024 - Current
- Mentored new teachers by providing guidance and sharing best practices, contributing to a supportive professional community.
- Enhanced classroom environment with positive behavior strategies that encouraged respect and cooperation among students.
- Designed lesson plans for diverse learners that promoted inclusivity and supported individual growth.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to create personalized learning plans that addressed unique student needs.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
Direct Support Professional
Center for Disability Services
10.2019 - 04.2024
- Employed communication skills to build trust and rapport with patients and families.
- Monitored patients' conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Applied de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors effectively.
- Utilized assistive devices to support patients with mobility challenges.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Patient Care Technician
Albany Medical Hospital
10.2017 - 09.2019
- Administered point-of-care testing devices to perform blood glucose checks and other diagnostic tests.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms by ensuring cleanliness, orderliness, and availability of necessary supplies.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills to coordinate with healthcare team and provide compassionate patient support.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Patient Care Technician
St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, NY
01.2015 - 11.2016
- Administered point-of-care testing devices to perform blood glucose checks and other diagnostic tests.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms by ensuring cleanliness, orderliness, and availability of necessary supplies.
Patient Care Assistant
All Metro Health Care Agency
10.2010 - 11.2015
- Supported patients with daily living activities, fostering independence and improving quality of life.
- Utilized blood pressure cuffs and thermometers to record patient measurements, maintaining equipment hygiene.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sun Valley High School
Monroe, NC06-2007
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Lesson planning
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Behavior modeling
- Safety awareness
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification – American Red Cross.
- Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
- Early Childhood Educator Certificate – National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Timeline
Lead Teacher
TSL Kids Crew
04.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Center for Disability Services
10.2019 - 04.2024
Patient Care Technician
Albany Medical Hospital
10.2017 - 09.2019
Patient Care Technician
St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, NY
01.2015 - 11.2016
Patient Care Assistant
All Metro Health Care Agency
10.2010 - 11.2015
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification – American Red Cross.
- Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
- Early Childhood Educator Certificate – National Association for the Education of Young Children.
High School Diploma -
Sun Valley High School
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