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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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