Tianna Akers
Pine Ridge,SD
Summary
Kind and considerate Babysitter with great recommendations earned by providing individualized care. Led exciting and safe activities while setting examples for appropriate social behavior. Talked with children about personal interests to build relationships and trust. Five years experience caring for a child with a G-Tube. Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options used in immersion classrooms. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning and individual student mentoring approaches.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Family Members
06.2015 - 01.2024
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging teamwork.
- Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
- Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
- Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
- Implemented consistent routines for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks to create stability within the home environment for the children in my care.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
Intern
Thunder Valley CDC
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching strategies and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
- Boosted students'' self-confidence and motivation through regular positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques, resulting in fewer behavioral issues and increased focus during lessons.
- Supported students with special needs by modifying instruction and providing necessary accommodations to ensure their academic growth.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
Education
Associate of Arts - Lakota Studies
Oglala Lakota College
Kyle, SD12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Lakota Studies
Oglala Lakota College
Kyle, SD06.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Life Science
Oglala Lakota College
Kyle, SD12.2024
No Degree - Biology
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SDHigh School Diploma -
Pine Ridge High School
Pine Ridge05.2018
Skills
- Schedule Management
- Child Supervision
- Routine Management
- Behavior Monitoring
- Reliability
- Maintaining Safe Environment
- Dependability
- Conflict Resolution
- Child development understanding
- Special needs experience
- First aid knowledge
- Infant care experience
- Toddler care experience
- School-age children experience
- Potty training assistance
- Diaper changing proficiency
- Patience and empathy
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Child safety expertise
- Multitasking abilities
Languages
lakota
Limited Working
REFERENCES
Joe Amiotte- Health Care Administrator (605-939-5000)
Heath Duchneux- Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (605-454-3445)
Myranda Pourier- TVCDC Immersion Teacher (605-407-2573)
Timeline
Intern
Thunder Valley CDC
08.2023 - 12.2023
Babysitter
Family Members
06.2015 - 01.2024
Associate of Arts - Lakota Studies
Oglala Lakota College
Bachelor of Arts - Lakota Studies
Oglala Lakota College
Associate of Applied Science - Life Science
Oglala Lakota College
No Degree - Biology
Black Hills State University
High School Diploma -
Pine Ridge High School
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