Mariah T.

2011-2015
Assistant/ Volunteer | Loving my M.O.C.H.A | Philadelphia, PA
Lovin my M.O.C.H.A was a nonprofit organization that was created by a small group of mothers with Autistic who found great comfort in sharing their experiences with each other.
Mission: The mission of Lovin My M.O.C.H.A (Mothers of Children with Autism) is to provide support for mothers with Autistic children while providing a social interactive environment for their Autistic child and siblings, where hey can enhance their social skills by learning, creating and appreciating the Arts.
Skills
Excellent child supervision skills (during indoor and outdoor activities)
Develop activities to keep children engaged
Help children in understanding and following instructions
Encourage children in performing tasks by themselves
Set up meals and snack times appropriately

2016-Current
Team member and Assistant Supervisor | Sesame Place | Langhorne, PA
With a position at Sesame Place, this job revolves around responsibilities appointed towards a younger age group , specifically infant to late elementary aged children. Having the ability to interact with children confidently is a key factor that is continuously practiced amongst the staff at Sesame Place. In addition, Sesame Place is now a certified Autism Center (CAC). Our goal is to provide every family with an enjoyable and memorable visit to Sesame place, and we are proud to offer specialized services to individuals with autism and other special needs.With four years of working with and around children I have the ability to:

Uniquely engage in social interactions
Patiently assist children and parents
Effectively communicate and listen to children
Attend to lost children and efficiently comfort them
Attend to children with special needs
I have received specialized training to ensure that I have the requisite knowledge, skills, temperament and expertise to cater to ALL children, including those with special needs
Training focuses included: sensory awareness, motor skills, autism overview, program development, social skills, communication, environment and emotional awareness

Personal Experience
Assisted brother (who has autism) with eating meals, bathing, brushing teeth and other daily personal care tasks
Helped my brother with decision making, organization skills, and with school/academic tasks throughout elementary and middle
Education
2017-Current
Bachelor of Science: Nursing
GMercyU CPR-Certified

Languages spoken: English.

Additional services: Meal preparation, Laundry, Light housekeeping, Swimming supervision, Crafts, and Potty training.

Rate: $11/hour – $15/hour

Child Ages:

2.5 years - 9 years

Smoker:

No

Years of Experience:

< 1 year

CPR Certified:

Yes

Hours of Operation:

Early morning: Saturday and Sunday.
Late morning: Saturday and Sunday.
Early afternoon: Saturday and Sunday.
Late afternoon: Saturday and Sunday.
Early evening: Saturday and Sunday.
Late evening: Saturday and Sunday.
Overnight: Saturday and Sunday.