Hi, I’m
Toshema Poole
New Haven,CT
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Vista Life InnovationsWestbrook, CT
ProgramCounselop
12.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Developed and implemented an individualized program plan for each participant.
- Provided guidance, advice, and support to participants in achieving their goals.
- Monitored progress of participants to ensure successful completion of program objectives.
- Initiated strategies aimed at developing life skills such as time management, organizational techniques, job readiness training.
Vista Life InnovationsWestbrook, CT
Program Instructor
01.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Organized and led activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development.
- Planned, prepared, and presented lessons that followed curriculum guidelines.
- Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and innovation.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations, field trips.
B and B TransportationAmity, CT
Professional School Bus Driver
01.2014 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Performed pre-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety of passengers.
- Maintained orderly conduct and discipline among students while on board.
- Ensured the safe loading and unloading of students at designated stops.
- Provided assistance to special needs children as needed.
- Monitored traffic conditions and adjusted routes accordingly.
- Followed all applicable laws, regulations, and policies related to driving a school bus safely.
- Kept accurate daily logbook entries detailing mileage driven and time spent on duty and off duty status.
- Cleaned interior of bus between runs to maintain neatness and sanitary conditions for students' comfort and safety.
Vista Life InnovationsWestbrook, CT
Life Skills Instructor
Education
Albertus Magnus CollegeNew Haven, CT
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology
05-2020
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Leadership
- Self-Directed
- Conflict Resolution
- Microsoft Word
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Office
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Research
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefits401k matchPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programsCrafting
Durning my down time from work and home life, I like to make things like lamps, t-shirts, candles and soaps.
Timeline
ProgramCounselop
Vista Life Innovations
12.2022 - Current
Program Instructor
Vista Life Innovations
01.2022 - 12.2022
Professional School Bus Driver
B and B Transportation
01.2014 - 01.2022
Life Skills Instructor
Vista Life Innovations
Albertus Magnus College
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology
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