Holly McDaniel
Elmvale,Canada
Summary
Hardworking professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to fulfill educational objectives. Operates well in both individual and team capacities to foster a dynamic learning environment. Gifted at building strong interpersonal relationships that meet the diverse needs of children, enabling them to unlock their unique talents. Seeking to expand my professional skillset in an environment that places the needs of children first.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VISION THERAPIST
Foveal Vision Training
08.2017 - 08.2024
- Provided therapy to a diverse range of patients ranging in age from 3 to 75, individuals with learning difficulties, and clients with brain injuries
- Created individualized therapy plans adjusted to patients physical & cognitive abilities, met with families, managed multiple cases, and participated in professional development.
- Adhered to medical confidentiality laws while strategizing with our doctors, clients, and other health teams.
- Managed multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining accurate legal documentation including dates, incident reports, and medical data related to patients' progress.
- Employed innovative technologies such as virtual reality systems for enhanced patient engagement during therapy sessions. Pivoted to online therapy when required during the pandemic.
- Committed to ensuring workplace safety rules that protected medically vulnerable patients.
- Responsible for outreach to new clients answering questions about assessments, diagnosis, our program, coordinating follow up with the doctor, while scheduling and performing therapy.
HOME DAYCARE PROVIDER
Holly's Home Daycare
06.2010 - 07.2017
- Established a home-based daycare, managing research, administration, and marketing.
- Ensured safety of children via safety standards and child proofing home, including installation ofa medical emergency button for prompt response. Children were taught how to use it in case of personal injury.
- Managed and maintained a clean and organized environment to foster independent play and structured learning. Daily sanitation of toys and surfaces.
- Prepared age appropriate activities and educational material. Scheduled field trips to local parks and museums, safely navigating city transit.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meals, illness and daily activities. Provided incident reports when needed.
- Promoted language development through reading stories, performing age appropriate educational songs on guitar, accompanied by engaging sensory play.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication. Navigated complex custody agreements while demonstrating tact, respecting legal agreements, and confidentiality.
- Problem solved challenging behaviors based on early childhood education. Displayed patience, understanding, and compassion when interacting with children while utilizing positive reinforcement techniques.
SERVER
Brio Gusto Restaurant
07.2004 - 06.2007
- Greeted guests, executed front-of-house tasks, resolved complaints, assisted in training, and processed payments while ensuring food safety.
- 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.
English Teacher
Private Tutoring and Multiple Primary Schools
03.2002 - 03.2003
- Learned innovative curriculum to engage students in the English language.
- Adapted and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids, games, songs and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Created inclusive classroom environment, fostering respect and mutual understanding among students of diverse backgrounds.
Education
International Development Studies -
Trent University, Peterborough
05.2009
Skills
- Positive Communication Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptive multi tasker
- Clinical Documentation
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Cultural Competency
- Positive Reinforcement
- Materials Preparation
- Behavior Management
- Reading and Writing Support
Certification
Practical Vision Therapy Accreditation Program
References
References available upon request
Timeline
VISION THERAPIST
Foveal Vision Training
08.2017 - 08.2024
HOME DAYCARE PROVIDER
Holly's Home Daycare
06.2010 - 07.2017
SERVER
Brio Gusto Restaurant
07.2004 - 06.2007
English Teacher
Private Tutoring and Multiple Primary Schools
03.2002 - 03.2003
Practical Vision Therapy Accreditation Program
International Development Studies -
Trent University, Peterborough
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