Tabitha Powell
Lower Sackville,NS
Summary
Hardworking and passionate individual with strong and empathetic communication skills, eager to expand my education to reach my goal of becoming a teacher and making a difference in the lives of children.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Program Assistant
Halifax Regional Centre For Education
09.2022 - Current
- Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with teachers to develop and implement engaging educational activities.
- Improved student outcomes by providing consistent support to students by communicating with educators regarding the childs learning goals.
- Contributed to increased student engagement by assisting in the implementation of various strategies based on the childs needs.
Excel Group Leader
Halifax Regional Centre For Education
09.2018 - 06.2023
- Planned and facilitated group activities such as crafts and games on a daily basis.
- Worked to Improve group dynamic by considering the needs of students in order to ensure activities ran smoothly and safely.
- Developed routines, activities, and strategies with each group based on need.
- Mentored students in the PALs program to guide them on their journey to become effective leaders.
- Kept open communication with parents about their children's engagement in the Excel program.
- Resolved conflict between students while encouraging them to implement problem solving strategies so they could solve conflict on their own.
- Attended training workshops and applied information from those events into daily activities.
Home Care Provider
Always Home Homecare
10.2017 - 09.2019
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
- Promoted a safe, clean home environment for clients by keeping up with daily housework, identifying potential hazards and implementing necessary adjustments based on individual need.
- Assisted in the preparation of meals based on dietary requirements, contributing to improved overall health for each client.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication channels for better care coordination.
- Assisted clients in daily hygiene routines such as bathing, dressing, grooming in order to help overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Support Worker
Chip And Dale Home Inc.
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Worked to improve the quality of care for residents by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Assisted residents with personal hygiene routines to promote healthy hygiene habits on a daily basis.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure the best care was being provided and that each resident was being provided with opportunities that for their needs and interests.
- Organized and accompanied residents to recreational activities.
- Established trusting relationships with residents and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
Educational Assistant
Regina Public Schools
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations to promote student success.
- Developed strong rapport with students, building trust and mutual respect through communication and compassion.
- Traveled to different schools on a regular basis as needed which required me to be flexible and adaptable while learning the needs of different students.
Life Skills Couch
Kids First
05.2013 - 01.2015
- Assisted parents in finding adequate housing to fit the needs of their family.
- Developed personalized goals for each family such as finding stable employment and applying for secondary education.
- Assisted families in developing healthy home hygiene habits to create a safe environment for their children to grow and thrive.
- Supported parents by assisting in the booking of and transportation to and from appointments.
- Lead families to resources such as public housing, income assistance, rental supplements and support groups.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Mount Saint Vincent University
Halifax, NS04.2024
Diploma - Human Services- Addictions
Success College
Lower Sackville, NS03.2009
High School Diploma -
Sackville High School
Lower Sackville, NS06.2007
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Problem Solving
- Program Planning
Timeline
Education Program Assistant
Halifax Regional Centre For Education
09.2022 - Current
Excel Group Leader
Halifax Regional Centre For Education
09.2018 - 06.2023
Home Care Provider
Always Home Homecare
10.2017 - 09.2019
Support Worker
Chip And Dale Home Inc.
01.2017 - 08.2017
Educational Assistant
Regina Public Schools
01.2015 - 12.2015
Life Skills Couch
Kids First
05.2013 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - English
Mount Saint Vincent University
Diploma - Human Services- Addictions
Success College
High School Diploma -
Sackville High School