Aja Brown
CANONSBURG
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with a proven track record at Kidbiz, excelling in child development and parent-teacher communication. Skilled in curriculum planning and fostering strong relationships, I effectively supported special needs children, enhancing their learning experiences and overall well-being. Committed to creating safe, engaging environments that promote growth and development.
Overview
2022
2022
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Teacher
Kidbiz
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering mutual trust and respect that contributed to overall student success.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
- Evaluated student performance through formative assessments, allowing for timely feedback and targeted interventions as needed.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Group Home Assistant
Arc Human Services
2017 - 2019
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Prepared healthy meals, maintained clean environments and laundered clothes.
- Transported individuals to scheduled appointments.
- Conducted regular safety assessments within the group home facility, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Organized educational sessions geared towards improving residents'' life skills, such as budgeting, time management, and self-care practices.
- Managed accurate documentation of residents'' progress and incidents in compliance with state regulations.
- Implemented individualized care plans for residents, resulting in improved quality of life and mental health.
- Assisted residents in achieving personal goals by providing guidance, encouragement, and resources.
- Coordinated recreational activities to promote social interaction and physical wellness among residents.
- Administered medication according to prescribed schedules while closely monitoring side effects or adverse reactions.
- Assisted patients with personal care, social interaction and emotional support.
Assistant Group Supervisor
Southwood Psychiatric Hospital
2017 - 2019
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient scheduling and task delegation strategies.
- Tracked project deadlines closely and ensured timely delivery through proactive workload management techniques across the team.
- Collaborated with other departments on joint projects or initiatives requiring multi-disciplinary expertise for successful completion.
- Diffused tense situations using strong negotiation and positive communication skills.
- Oversaw administrative tasks such as record-keeping, document processing, and meeting organization for efficient group functioning.
- Streamlined communication channels for better coordination among group members, leading to improved project outcomes.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Clinical Neuromuscular Therapy
Southeastern Institute
Charleston, SCGeneral Studies
Chartiers Houston High School
Houston, PA06.2007
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Child development
- Classroom organization
- Outdoor play supervision
- Group instruction
- Age-appropriate activities
- Special needs support
- Curriculum planning
- Observation and assessment
- Childcare regulations compliance
Timeline
Childcare Teacher
Kidbiz
01.2019 - 12.2021
Group Home Assistant
Arc Human Services
2017 - 2019
Assistant Group Supervisor
Southwood Psychiatric Hospital
2017 - 2019
Graduate Certificate - Clinical Neuromuscular Therapy
Southeastern Institute
General Studies
Chartiers Houston High School
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