Sarah Dixon
Oakdale
Summary
Adopt at fostering independent learning and improving patient outcomes, I leveraged my patience, empathy, and subject matter expertise across roles at Oakdale Joint Unified School District and Kadiant. Skilled in digital citizenship and scientific literacy, I enhanced educational and therapeutic experiences, achieving significant progress in client and student development.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional Tutor
Oakdale Joint Unified School District
Oakdale, CA
04.2015 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to assess individual student needs and devise targeted learning plans accordingly.
- Assisted struggling students in catching up to grade level expectations through consistent support and encouragement.
- Fostered independent learning skills among students by guiding them through problem-solving processes rather than providing direct answers.
- Facilitated review sessions before major exams, equipping students with the knowledge needed for successful test-taking experiences.
Home Health Aide
Comfort Keepers
Modesto, CA
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
ABA Therapist
Kadiant
Riverbank, CA
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Utilized a variety of instructional methods including discrete trial training, natural environment teaching, and incidental learning to engage clients throughout therapy sessions effectively.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans tailored to each client''s needs.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) to identify function of challenging behaviors.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate clients'' strengths, needs, and progress for data-driven treatment planning.
- Implemented visual supports such as schedules, charts, and social stories to enhance comprehension of daily routines among nonverbal or minimally verbal clients.
Home Care Provider
Provident Home Healthcare
Modesto, CA
05.2021 - 11.2022
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Labormax
Modesto, CA
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in invoices or purchase orders, promoting smooth business operations.
- Improved vendor relationships through diligent communication and prompt issue resolution.
Server
Ferrareses Deli
Oakdale, CA
04.1998 - 08.2009
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
MJC/Columbia College
ModestoSkills
- Patience and empathy
- Digital citizenship
- Grammar proficiency
- Scientific literacy
- Literary analysis
- Study strategies
- Subject matter expertise
Languages
English
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Comfort Keepers
01.2023 - 10.2023
ABA Therapist
Kadiant
03.2022 - 11.2022
Home Care Provider
Provident Home Healthcare
05.2021 - 11.2022
Accounts Payable Clerk
Labormax
02.2021 - 12.2021
Paraprofessional Tutor
Oakdale Joint Unified School District
04.2015 - Current
Server
Ferrareses Deli
04.1998 - 08.2009
No Degree - General Studies
MJC/Columbia College