Sitter in Malden, West Virginia

-Highlights ● CPR certified 2016-201.... ● President's List/Dean’s List- Multiple Occasions ● AS Early Childhood Development ● Adv. BS Early Childhood Development- 156 Credits ● High level of experience with children who have special needs, behavioral issues and psychiatric conditions as well as “typical” developing children. ● Typing speed 55-60 WPM average -Summary Dedicated and successful at collaborating with students, parents, patients and children. Strong communication skills and decision-making ability as well as extremely organized and highly reliable. Skilled at designing activities that are both engaging and fun for children on all levels. Highly motivated, passionate and dedicated to serving developmentally delayed, special needs, and/or psychiatric children as well as “typical” developing children. Seeking an opportunity to work part time in an encouraging and positive environment. -Education Kaplan University, Davenport, Iowa AS Early Childhood Development Completed- Degree Obtained Kaplan University, Davenport, Iowa Adv. BS Early Childhood Development 156 Credits Completed Courtland High School, Spotsylvania, Virginia General Studies and Cosmetology I and II Completed- Diploma Obtained -Work History Highland Hospital, Charleston, West Virginia Behavioral Health Technician February 2016 - July 2017 ● Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files. ● Oversaw up to 20 psychiatric child/adolescent patients at a time. ● Improved outcomes of patients with psychiatric conditions with support and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. ● Assisted the patients to better understand their conditions. ● Assisted the patients in focusing on developing skills to control their outbursts as well as gain a sense of calm and self confidence. ● Attended meetings, trainings, and conferences as required ● Charted progress notes and summaries about the patients 3 times per 8 hour shift. ● Collected information about the patients through observation. ● Assisted in developing client treatment plans based on research, observational experience, and client histories. ● Took and charted all vitals on each patient at least 1 time per 8 hour shift. Kanawha County Public Schools, Charleston, West Virginia Parent Assistance August 2010 - June 2012 ● Supported 1 classroom teacher in implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum for a group of preschoolers. ● Promoted good behavior by using the positive reinforcement method. ● Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling. ● Assisted the lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting the children down for naps. ● Relieved the head teacher and toddler teacher. ● Kept classrooms clean by sterilizing and disinfecting children's toys and surfaces. ● Organized small groups of children while transitioning to and from outdoor play. ● Dressed children and changed diapers. ● Offered parents detailed daily reports that outlined their child’s day. ● Identified early warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children. ● Maintained a child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities. Private Position, Fredericksburg, Virginia Live in childcare provider January 2004 - August 2006 ● Early Childhood Ages Developmental Delays, High Functioning Autism, Language Delay and Disorders. ● Regularly traveled with the family to help with vacation activities and childcare. ● Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling. ● Safely transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extracurricular activities. ● Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior. ● Helped develop the family’s schedule to maintain household order. ● Engaged in after-school activities including sport practice and homework. ● Organized activities that enhance children’s physical, emotional and social well-being. ● Made healthy snacks and meals for 2 children. ● Established and maintained a safe play environment for the children. ● Closely monitored children's play activities to verify safety. ● Communicated with parents about daily activities and behaviors. ● Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects. ● Stayed current on toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings. ● Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others. -Certificates West Virginia STARS: Learning Through Play Certificate of Completion West Virginia STARS: Are You a Professional? Certificate of Completion West Virginia STARS: Observation-What It Is and How To Do It Certificate of Completion West Virginia STARS: Child Abuse and Neglect Certificate of Completion West Virginia STARS: The Development Of The Toddler Certificate of Completion RN Basic Skills Training Certificate of Completion YWCA Stand Against Racism Art Contest: Clay Center: Certificate of Participation -Familiar Conditions and Years Experience Bipolar Disorder: 10 Years Mood Disorder: 10 Years Anxiety disorder: 10 years Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: 9 years Autism (High and Low Functioning): 8 Years Oppositional Defiance Disorder: 8 Years Speech Apraxia and Language Disorders: 10 Years Reactive Attachment Disorder: 2 years Conduct Disorder: 2 years Psychosis (ages 4-14): 2 years Multiple Personality Disorder/ Schizophrenia (ages 4-14): 2 years Multiple Personality Disorder (Adult): 3 years Eating Disorders (ages 4-14): 2 years Active homicidal behavior (ages 4-14): 2 years Active suicidal behavior/ self-harm (ages 4-14): 2 years Childhood Sexual Predator treatment (ages 4-14): 2 years Childhood Sexual Abuse treatment (ages 4-14): 2 years Childhood Physical Abuse treatment (ages 4-14): 2 years Childhood Emotional Abuse treatment (ages 4-14): 2 years