Erica Bear
Hodgson
Summary
I am passionate about working with individuals of all ages, with experience supporting children with exceptional needs. I am committed to contributing to team goals, I am eager to take on additional responsibilities. I am pursuing a First Nations Bachelor of Education and a Bachelor of First Nations Studies at Yellowquill University College.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Activity Worker
Peguis CFS
Peguis, MB
04.2025 - 04.2025
Respite Worker
Jordan's Principle
Peguis, MB
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Improved client well-being by providing consistent and compassionate care during respite periods.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards to protect the privacy of clients and their families at all times.
- Communicated effectively with both healthcare professionals and family members regarding any changes in client condition or behavior patterns observed during respite care sessions.
Educational Assistant
Peguis School Board
Peguis, MB
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
Health Care Aide
Peguis Senior Centre
Peguis, MB
06.2014 - 05.2017
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
Education
Bachelor of First Nations Studies - First Nations Bachelor of Education
Yellowquill University College
500 - 1300 Ellice, Ave Winnipeg, MB R3G 3N106-2026
Skills
- Class 5 driver's license and reliable vehicle
- Clear Criminal Record, Adult and Child Abuse Registration check
- Computer Skills - Microsoft Office 365
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Patient and accommodating
- Confidentiality adherence
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student-centered learning
- Early childhood education
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Positive disposition
- Creating a safe environment
- Collaborative learning
- Reliable team player
- Patient relationship building
- Mobility and dressing assistance
Certification
Educational Assistant Certificate 2018
University College of The North - The Pas, MB
Health Care Aide Certificate 2005
Red River College Polytechnic - Gimli, MB
High School Diploma 2003
Peguis Central School - Peguis, MB
Timeline
Activity Worker
Peguis CFS
04.2025 - 04.2025
Respite Worker
Jordan's Principle
09.2019 - 07.2021
Educational Assistant
Peguis School Board
09.2017 - 09.2019
Health Care Aide
Peguis Senior Centre
06.2014 - 05.2017
Bachelor of First Nations Studies - First Nations Bachelor of Education
Yellowquill University College