Annette Wilson
Livermore
Summary
Compassionate family caregiver with skills in assisting individuals of all ages, including those with special needs or disabilities. Experience includes providing personal care, managing medication schedules, and coordinating doctors' appointments. Strengths lie in patience, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Previous work has resulted in improved quality of life and independence for cared-for individuals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Caregiver
IHSS In Home Support Services
Oakland
05.1992 - Current
- Provided personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
- Delivered companionship and emotional support to clients in their homes.
- Assisted clients with mobility and transportation needs to appointments.
- Managed medication schedules to ensure proper client adherence.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for clients.
- Communicated effectively with family members about client needs and progress.
- Coordinated services with healthcare professionals for comprehensive care plans.
- Documented client observations and changes in health status accurately.
- Transported family members to medical appointments and other errands as needed.
- Assisted family member with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Organized medications for family members and administered them according to directions.
- Assisted with personal hygiene needs including toileting and incontinence care.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to family members who were ill or disabled.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, vacuuming, dusting, and changing bed linens.
- Encouraged physical activity through walks outside or simple exercises indoors.
- Prepared nutritious meals for family members following dietary guidelines.
- Responded quickly to any emergency situations that arose during caregiving sessions.
- Facilitated communication between families and healthcare providers regarding various issues.
- Monitored vital signs of patient when necessary and reported changes to the appropriate personnel.
- Developed meaningful relationships with clients through active listening and empathy.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure proper care was being provided.
- Assessed individuals' needs, developed individualized care plans, and monitored their implementation.
- Researched new technologies or treatments related to caring for elderly family members.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Hayward Unified School District
Hayward
02.2000 - 10.2021
- Assisted special education teachers in implementing individualized education plans.
- Supported students during classroom activities and transitions throughout the school day.
- Collaborated with staff to create a positive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and reported observations to teachers regularly.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with diverse learning needs and challenges.
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce key concepts and skills.
- Engaged students in social skills development through structured activities.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student behavior and progress updates.
- Organized classroom materials and resources to facilitate an effective learning environment.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Administered various assessment tools such as standardized tests or informal observations.
- Encouraged participation from all students by using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to special education topics such as autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
- Integrated technology into daily instruction through computer programs or online resources.
- Supported classroom teachers in creating a positive learning environment for all students.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions tailored specifically for individuals with disabilities.
- Assisted in developing behavior management plans that addressed the specific needs of each student.
- Created lesson plans based on curriculum objectives outlined by district standards.
- Facilitated group activities designed to promote communication, problem solving, self-advocacy and independent living skills among special needs students.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as occupational therapists, speech pathologists, psychologists and social workers to provide comprehensive support services to special needs students.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students with disabilities, helping them learn basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Developed instructional materials that met the unique needs of each student's learning style.
- Supported students with personalized accommodations, extra assistance, and educational assessments.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground, and on field trips.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Advised instructor on student behavior or issues requiring immediate attention.
- Tutored students in course material to improve comprehension.
- Improved behavior with modification and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided supplemental supervision in classrooms, schoolyards, and cafeterias.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Reviewed and reported on IEP progress.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Monitored student needs and supported mobility-restricted students.
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to create differentiated assignments that addressed the varied abilities of all learners.
- Supervised field trips for special education classes ensuring safety at all times while providing educational opportunities outside the regular classroom setting.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents and school administrators on their academic performance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Calstate Eastbay
Hayward, CA05-2025
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Las Positas College
Livermore, CA05-2023
Skills
- Classroom management
- Education plan development
- Student assessment
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Problem resolution
- Mobility assistance
- Client relationship management
- Medication administration
- Multitasking and organization
- Care plan management
- Home care instruction
- Dementia care
- End-of-life care
- Elderly care
- Daily living assistance
- Patient care support
- COVID-19 safety policies
- Physical therapy support
Certification
California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
Hayward Unified School District
02.2000 - 10.2021
Family Caregiver
IHSS In Home Support Services
05.1992 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Calstate Eastbay
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Las Positas College