Tanya Burton
Sikeston
Summary
Dynamic Direct Support Professional with expertise in crisis management and personalized assistance at Specialty Products and Services. Proven ability to enhance consumer independence through effective teaching and dietary support. Recognized for strong communication skills and a commitment to fostering healthy lifestyles, ensuring safety and well-being in all interactions.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Specialty Products and Services
02.2019 - Current
- Conducted daily documentation of consumer's progress and incidents, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, maintaining calm and ensuring safety of consumer and staff.
- Improved consumer's daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
- Encouraged healthy lifestyles through nutritional planning and physical activities, improving consumer's overall well-being.
- Cooked meals and assisted consumer with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Sikeston Public Schools
09.2010 - 02.2019
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Lead Teacher
Sikeston HeadStart
01.1995 - 01.2006
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with curriculum.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education With Elementary
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO08-2010
Skills
- Effective time management
- First aid expertise
- Positive behavior intervention
- Personalized assistance
- Patient communicator
- Dietary support expertise
- Emergency management
- Safe medication administration
Certification
Level1Med
CPR
First Aid
ELL Certified
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Specialty Products and Services
02.2019 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Sikeston Public Schools
09.2010 - 02.2019
Lead Teacher
Sikeston HeadStart
01.1995 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education With Elementary
Southeast Missouri State University
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