Tykeema Howard
New York
Summary
Caring Behavioral Therapist with 5 years of experience helping clients with social and emotional issues develop techniques to deal with daily challenges. Expert at teaching others to tackle problems constructively through behavior modification. Flexible clinician comfortable administering individual or group therapy sessions.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
IHOPE
08.2024 - Current
- Supported instructional staff in implementing individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Facilitated communication between educators and students to enhance learning outcomes.
- Assisted in classroom management, promoting positive behavior and engagement among students.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective teaching strategies and resources.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, fostering supportive learning environment.
Therapy assistant
QSAC
03.2019 - 10.2023
- Teaching individuals how to perform activities of daily living themselves.
- My responsibilities can include helping with daily task, Medication management.
- Administer medication and coordinating with healthcare provider.
- Teaching life skills like food preparation, budgeting and social interaction.
- providing emotional support to enhance mental well-being.
- Assist with various aids.
- Transport individuals from appointments that required the use of a walking assistive device.
- Helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Ensured a safe treatment environment by maintaining clean equipment and following infection control protocols.
- Tracked progress according to goals for interventions.
- Assisted patients with therapy exercises as specified by care team.
- Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documentation.
Crew member
Mc Donald's
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
- Maintaining a clean and organized workspace for crew members.
- Contributed to increased sales by promoting special offers.
- Assisted in reducing wait times by efficiently managing customer queues during peak hours.
- Supported inventory management efforts by accurately tracking stock levels and reporting low supplies to supervisors.
American Sign Language Tutor
East Brooklyn Community High School
11.2016 - 06.2018
- Assisted students in achieving their academic goals by offering comprehensive instruction on ASL grammar and vocabulary.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Led tutoring workshops for groups of students with related tutoring needs.
Daycare Assistant
Liberty Daycare Services Inc
04.2016 - 06.2018
- Collaborated with lead teacher to develop daily schedules, lesson plans, and curriculum for diverse age groups.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
- Contributed to positive parent-teacher relationships through effective communication and regular updates on children's progress.
- Managed classroom behavior with clear expectations and consistent reinforcement strategies, fostering a respectful atmosphere.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings and cleaning logs daily.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Brooklyn Community High School
Brooklyn, NY06.2018
Skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Work well in a high pressure environment
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking
- Goal setting
- Self-motivation
- First aid knowledge
- Attention to detail
- Professionalism
- Empathy and compassion
- Building Rapport
Timeline
Paraprofessional
IHOPE
08.2024 - Current
Therapy assistant
QSAC
03.2019 - 10.2023
Crew member
Mc Donald's
11.2018 - 03.2019
American Sign Language Tutor
East Brooklyn Community High School
11.2016 - 06.2018
Daycare Assistant
Liberty Daycare Services Inc
04.2016 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
East Brooklyn Community High School