Alexandra Knepper
Summit Hill
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Behavioral Health Advocate with extensive experience at Promises Behavioral Health. Skilled in special education and effective communication, I excel in fostering supportive environments and enhancing client well-being. Proven ability to implement lesson plans and engage children in early childhood education, ensuring their developmental milestones are met.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Advocate
Promises Behavioral Health
Wrightsville, PA
06.2020 - 02.2024
- Do headcount on each individual client Q-60 minute checks, Q-30 minute checks, Q-15 minute checks
- Ensured client safety and well-being through proactive monitoring and support.
- Facilitated client de-escalation processes to resolve conflicts effectively.
- Running groups if needed
- Documented shift notes for each client to maintain accurate records of care provided. Recorded instances of adverse behaviors to inform future interventions. Supported team communication by sharing relevant client updates during shift changes.
- Assisted co-workers and clients in effective communication. Facilitated information exchange to enhance collaboration. Supported team efforts to address client needs promptly.
- Scheduled and managed daily appointments for individual clients.
- Shift summary completed each day which includes the census of clients such as who is on 15 or 30 minute checks, adverse behaviors, and anything important that happened for each staff member including BHTS, nurses, case managers, admissions, therapists, and housekeeping to keep everyone in the loop
- Completed luggage searches if needed
Assistant Teacher - Infant Room
Children’s Campus
Chapel Hill, NC
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Engaged in regular communication with parents to discuss child progress and daily activities.
- Administered essential care for infants to ensure health and comfort, including feeding, diapering, and bottle preparation.
- Provided parents with daily updates regarding child behavior milestones and routines to enhance communication.
- Oversaw classroom opening and closing operations to ensure a structured learning environment.
- Engages infants in educational and interactive activities, including singing and outdoor play
- Fostered a fun, caring and nurturing environment to promote early childhood development
Lead Waddler Teacher
Noah’s Ark
Wilmington, NC
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted in developing weekly lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards. Supported classroom activities by implementing lesson objectives effectively. Collaborated with educators to enhance instructional strategies.
- Responsible for opening the classroom each morning
- Facilitated communication and collaboration by sharing lesson plans with co-workers and delegating responsibilities to other teachers post-3pm.
- Facilitated warm and welcoming interactions with parents and children upon classroom entry.
- Facilitated communication with parents regarding behavioral incidents occurring during closing shifts.
- Responsible for opening the playground before outside time making sure everything is safe for the children
- Responsible for decorating/coming up with the theme for the classroom each month
- Teaching the "Waddlers" how to walk, teaching them colors, numbers, toys, what objects are and getting them ready to move into the toddler room
- Running circle time each morning
- Changing diapers, helping children eat during meal times, reading, singing, dancing and nurturing each "waddler" in a loving and fun way to promote their education
Assistant Teacher - 2 Year Old Room
Noah’s Ark
Wilmington, NC
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with lead teacher to design and refine lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Assumed lead role responsibilities upon lead teacher's departure for the day.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding each child's progress and daily activities
- Facilitated group reading sessions and led sing-alongs to enhance language skills and social interaction.
- Assisted with snacks and lunch for the children
- Getting cots down for nap time, turning on calming music, getting them ready to nap, Assisting with a child needed extra support in calming down for a nap
- Escorted children to restroom facilities. Organized children in a line against the wall for orderly transitions. Assisted children with potty training procedures and provided guidance on handwashing techniques.
- Provided each parent/caregiver daily reports/written reports on behavior, milestones and routines
- Oversaw classroom opening and closing operations to ensure a structured learning environment.
- Engaged the 2 year olds with education, activities, including reading, singing and outdoor play
- Fostered a fun, caring and nurturing environment to promote early childhood development
Head Toddler Teacher
Society Of Little Learners
Hellertown, PA
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Initiated daily classroom operations by opening and preparing the learning environment.
- Writing the lesson plans for each week following the curriculum
- Communicating with parents how their child is doing
- Changing diapers/pull-ups, transitioning the children From diapers to pull-ups and pull-ups to potty training
- Provided parents with updates on weekly routines and curriculum activities, fostering engagement in early childhood development initiatives.
- Reading books, playing, singing, dancing
- Guided children through preparatory activities to ensure smooth classroom transitions.
- Assisted with meal preparation and served food to children. Took children outside for play and physical activities.
- Teaching the toddlers in a loving and fun way following the curriculum
Special Education Assistant Teacher
Mahanoy Area School District
Mahanoy City, PA
01.2015 - 06.2016
- Facilitated individualized support for each student to enhance learning outcomes.
- Responsible for taking students to their classes
- Assist the students in their classes
- Reviewed and corrected student homework assignments and notebooks.
- Support and help the students with their behaviors
- Assisting and supporting the teacher in charge of the classroom
- Supervise the students during coverage duty
- Captured essential information and action items during meetings to facilitate follow-up and accountability.
- Taking students to the bathroom for behavioral reasons
- Encouraging and supporting each student in their classes
- Maintained a balanced, supportive rapport with students, promoting their emotional well-being without excessive intensity.
- Enhanced student engagement by coordinating library visits and music class attendance, fostering a supportive educational environment.
- Communicating with coworkers and teachers
- Reported to the director of special education and assigned teacher
- Responsible for helping to maintain a safe and productive learning environment
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
McCann School of Business & Technology
PA07.2015
Skills
- Special Education
- Toddler Care
- Nanny Duties
- Early Childhood Education
- SIDS prevention
- EDU 119
- Behavioral Health Advocate
- Infant Care
- CPR
- First Aid
- Lesson Planning
- Communication with parents/caregivers
Certification
SIDS Certification
First Aid Certification
Timeline
Behavioral Health Advocate
Promises Behavioral Health
06.2020 - 02.2024
Assistant Teacher - Infant Room
Children’s Campus
08.2019 - 11.2019
Lead Waddler Teacher
Noah’s Ark
06.2018 - 06.2019
Assistant Teacher - 2 Year Old Room
Noah’s Ark
08.2017 - 06.2019
Head Toddler Teacher
Society Of Little Learners
06.2016 - 09.2016
Special Education Assistant Teacher
Mahanoy Area School District
01.2015 - 06.2016
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
McCann School of Business & Technology