Von Tisdale
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Attentive individual passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to consumers. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills.
Recently relocated back to the Lafayette area to care for my aging father. Seeking roles as DSP or day center activities assistant.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Insights Consulting @Viaquest Solutions
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted disabled consumers to support independence and well being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized consumer environments.
- Assisted consumers with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored progress and documented consumers' health status changes to keep care team updated.
Instructional Aide
Metropolitan School District Of WashingtonTownship
09.2012 - 05.2022
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided support to help students with special needs to learn and grow.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in lunch and field trip environments.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
Teaching Assistant
Northside Montessori School
08.2009 - 06.2012
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Education
High School Diploma -
O. Comeaux High School
Lafayette, LASafe Schools Certification
CPR Certified
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Empathy and understanding
- First aid and CPR
- Disability awareness
- Active listening
- Compassionate caregiving
- Client Documentation
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Insights Consulting @Viaquest Solutions
04.2022 - 11.2023
Instructional Aide
Metropolitan School District Of WashingtonTownship
09.2012 - 05.2022
Teaching Assistant
Northside Montessori School
08.2009 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
O. Comeaux High School
Safe Schools Certification
CPR Certified
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