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
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respite Worker
Jordan's Principle
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
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
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
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
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