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Sandra C.

Sandra C.

$15.00 / hr

Jacksonville, FL

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About Sandra

I was a CNA for 24+yrs. I love working with the elderly I am experienced in Alzheimer, dimentia, Senile, and all areas of illnesses. I took a break and went back to school where I earned my Bachelors degree in Allied Health Management. I began to teach college for two years and taught 6th through 12th grade for 8 yrs. I love working with the elderly the most. I have an Associate degree in Medical Asst worked in a doctors office for 2yrs. Compassion and caring is my way of giving back.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Toileting
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • Transferring & Mobility
  • Exercise
  • Transportation
  • Housekeeping
  • Companionship

Job Interests

    Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

    Skills & Expertise

    • ALS
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Arthritis
    • Blood Disorders
    • Cancer Recovery
    • Cardiovascular Disorders
    • COPD
    • Dementia
    • Depression
    • Diabetes
    • Gastrointestinal Disorders
    • Hearing Disorders
    • Senior Care
    • Elder Care
    • Home Care

    Languages

    • English

    Experience & Education

    Science Teacher

    Aug 2012 - Nov 2015
    Temple College Prep
    • Established and communicated clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to students • Carried out lesson plan • Academically instructed 7th,- 12th grade students • Instructed and lectured lessons in Science, Biology, Anatomy , Physiology, Earth Science and Ecology 1. Demonstrates the unknown event of dissecting pigs and squids 2. Leads discussion and identifies examples drawn from student experiences 3. Students conduct the event and discuss the event of the four major sciences Characteristics of constructivist teaching • Prior awareness of the ideas that students bring to the learning situation • Clearly defined conceptual goals for learners • Use of teaching strategies which challenge or develop the initial ideas of students • Providing learners with opportunities to use the new ideas • Providing a classroom atmosphere that encourages students to suggest and discuss ideas • Mentally engage students in the big ideas or concepts of the lesson. • Access prior knowledge and understandings. • Whet interest and curiosity. Investigate and explore ideas together to establish a common experience base and share prior understandings.
    Aug 2012 - Nov 2015

    CNA/HHA

    Apr 1996 - Aug 2012
    ABC Home Health Agency
    Assist the elderly at home or in a nursing home environment with activities of daily living. Taking and recording vital signs, I & O’s
    Apr 1996 - Aug 2012

    Director of Medical Dept./Professor

    Nov 2015 - Aug 2012
    Jones College
    • Established and communicated clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to students • Carried out lesson plan • Academically instructed 7th,- 12th grade students • Instructed and lectured lessons in Science, Biology, Anatomy , Physiology, Earth Science and Ecology 1. Demonstrates the unknown event of dissecting pigs and squids 2. Leads discussion and identifies examples drawn from student experiences 3. Students conduct the event and discuss the event of the four major sciences Characteristics of constructive teaching • Prior awareness of the ideas that students bring to the learning situation • Clearly defined conceptual goals for learners • Use of teaching strategies which challenge or develop the initial ideas of students • Providing learners with opportunities to use the new ideas • Providing a classroom atmosphere that encourages students to suggest and discuss ideas
    Nov 2015 - Aug 2012

    Jones College

    Jan 2005 - Jan 2008
    Jan 2005 - Jan 2008
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