Baton Rouge Personal Assistant
Resume:
Olivette Harris-Bowie
Baton Rouge, LA *****
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Experienced Personal Assistant and enthusiastic Teacher's Aid{19yrs},compassionate caregiver{8yrs} and possesses a caring attitude centered on treating all with dignity and respect, First Aid and CPR certified,friendly,honest,outgoing,reliable,flexible,emotionally supportive, honest, and will be a great asset to your company.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Substitute Teacher
IDEA Public Schools - Baton Rouge, LA
August 2020 to May 2024
Enable children to pursue their education as smoothly and possible in the absence of the regular teacher. Reviewed teacher plans and schedule to be followed during the day as well as follow school policy and rules.
Practicum Student Teacher
Baton Rouge Community College - Baton Rouge, LA
May 2020 to January 2022
· Plan healthy, respectful, supportive, and challenging learning environment consistent with knowledge of the developmental of young children.
· Implement developmentally appropriate learning activities in all curriculum areas that meet the development needs of children.
· Demonstrate professional practices and standards related to working with young children. Personal Caregiver
Care One Home Health - Baton Rouge, LA
August 2017 to August 2021
· Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments.
· Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
· Kept household areas clean and well-stocked, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Teacher's Aide
HEAD START - Baton Rouge, LA
March 2015 to June 2018
· Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance to support classroom instruction.
· Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies.
· Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
· Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
· Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities. Daycare Worker
YMCA - Baton Rouge, LA
October 2012 to March 2016
· Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills, including creating paintings, drawings, paper crafts and decorations.
· Managed safety and security of all children under care.
· Cared for children ages 3mos to 12yrs in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
· Kept areas clean, organized and stocked, and sanitized surfaces and toys each day. Youth Counselor
YOUTH OASIS - Baton Rouge, LA
July 2005 to October 2012
· Performed in advocacy capacity for troubled youth to provide access to resources.
· Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits and coping mechanisms.
· Supervised individuals in small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence and structure.
· Completed required documentation in timely manner.
· Provided guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement. Enrichment Teacher
CITY OF BAKER SCHOOL SYSTEM - Baker, LA
August 2005 to June 2010
· Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and effectively instruct and motivate students.
· Decreased learning time by initiating new learning methods and ensuring complete student comprehension.
· Performed various administrative functions, including filing paperwork, delivering mail, sorting mail, office cleaning and bookkeeping.
· Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately. Education
Associate's degree in Care and Development of Young Children Baton Rouge Community College - Baton Rouge, LA
March 2016 to May 2023
High School Education in Elementary Education
Copiah-Lincoln Community College - Wesson, MS
August 1990 to May 1991
Skills
• Lesson planning (2 years)
• Caregiving (10+ years)
• Nursing (10+ years)
• Light cleaning/Errand Runs (10+ years)
• Laundry (10+ years)
• Medication management/Set Appointments (10+ years)
• Childcare (10+ years)
• Developmental Disabilities Experience (10+ years)
• Home Care (10+ years)
• Personal Assistant Experience (10+ years)
• Meeting planning (10+ years)
• Curriculum development (Less than 1 year)
• Cooking meals (10+ years)
• Medication Administration (10+ years)
Certifications and Licenses
First Aid Certification
CPR Certification
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