Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade RR Practitioner class teacher
Rebongwe Primary School
01.2020 - 12.2023
Verified daily care of children by following licensing guidelines and implementing company standards.
Communicated directly with parents and prospective parents to achieve success for children.
Created fun and interactive learning experiences while serving as mentors to fellow teachers.
Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, tailoring instruction to accommodate their unique challenges.
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Special Needs facilitator
Pathways Roodeport
01.2014 - 12.2017
Developed behavior modification plans to address disruptive behaviors, resulting in improved classroom dynamics.
Increased independence in daily tasks for special needs students by providing individualized assistance and adaptive equipment.
Participated in professional development workshops and conferences focused on special education, staying current on best practices and emerging trends.
Assisted special needs students with self-care routines, fostering autonomy and personal responsibility.
Collaborated with parents, teachers, and therapists to coordinate care for special needs students, ensuring a comprehensive support system.
Implemented sensory integration techniques within the classroom environment to reduce distractions for special needs students.
Improved communication skills among non-verbal students by introducing alternative and augmentative communication devices in the classroom.
Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
Support Worker/Caregiver
Hereward Care Group (United Kindom)
02.2006 - 01.2008
Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Education
Educare Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Westcol
Krugersdorp ,Johannesburg West Gauteng Province
07.2019
Grade 12 -
Tulip High School
Roodepoort
11.2005
Skills
Medical record-keeping
Care Plan Development
Pharmaceuticals prescription
Written Communication
Time Management
Elderly Care
Patient Care
Daily living assistance
Personal Hygiene Assistance
Emotional Support
Basic Housekeeping
Meal Preparation
Strong Ethics
Verbal and written communication skills
First aid and safety
Special Needs Care
Heavy Lifting
Other Qualifications
Red Bridge College (United Kingdom) Working with Special needs, 2006
Westcol College, Diploma in Educare Medicines Management. FIRST AID Nursing Auxiliary Manual Handling Infection control Update Communication Care Values. Protecting Vulnerable Adults Ethical Care Control & Restraint (UK)
Roles And Responsibilities
Assisting pupils with physical needs, including hygiene, feeding as well as assisting with therapy sessions.
Helping pupils with School work
Helping pupils who have difficulty communicating with others
Assisting individual students in performing activities initiated by the teacher
Provide assistance with individualized program material
Oral Stimulation
Swimming class
Art class Messy Play
Music
Reading story
Going for horse Riding with the kids
To do fine motor skills with pupil
Languages
English
Hobbies
Cooking and baking
Timeline
Grade RR Practitioner class teacher
Rebongwe Primary School
01.2020 - 12.2023
Special Needs facilitator
Pathways Roodeport
01.2014 - 12.2017
Support Worker/Caregiver
Hereward Care Group (United Kindom)
02.2006 - 01.2008
Educare Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Westcol
Grade 12 -
Tulip High School
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