Sharon Duncan
Breadalbane,PE
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Attendant/ Educational Assistant
Public Schools Branch
Stratford, PE
09.2015 - Current
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and student support services.
- Provided supervision during lunch periods and recesses, ensuring a safe environment for all students.
- Supported students with special needs, adapting strategies to facilitate their academic progress.
- Coordinated with other staff members to ensure seamless transitions between classes or grade levels for students requiring additional support services.
- Provide personal care such as toileting, dressing, feeding.
- Providing medical care such as insulin,feeding tubes, Cystic Fibrosis physio, seizure management, catheter and trachea cares.
- Managing behaviors in children.
- Keep records of students progress and following the students programming.
Resident Care Worker
Prince Edward Home
Charlottetown, PE
09.2011 - 02.2012
- Assisted residents with daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
- Monitored residents health conditions, reporting any changes or concerns to the appropriate medical staff promptly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Medical care such as catheter, tube feedings, insulin and colostomy cares.
Child Care Provider
Private Dayhome
Breadalbane, PE
06.2009 - 03.2010
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss child progress.
Education
Diploma - Resident Care Worker
Eastern College
Charlottetown, PE06-2011
Skills
- Excellent communication
- Ability to work under pressure
- Very adaptable
- Self motivated
- Ability to work with a team
- Strong work ethic and dependable
Timeline
Student Attendant/ Educational Assistant
Public Schools Branch
09.2015 - Current
Resident Care Worker
Prince Edward Home
09.2011 - 02.2012
Child Care Provider
Private Dayhome
06.2009 - 03.2010
Diploma - Resident Care Worker
Eastern College