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Rachael Dotson

Sugar Hill

Summary

I am a Neurodevelopmental Provider with a background in Organizational and Professional Communication and Psychology, currently supporting children at Jacob’s Ladder through individualized, relationship-based care using the Interpersonal Whole-Brain Model of Care (IWBMC). Skilled in emotional regulation, sensory integration, behavior management (CPI-certified), and team collaboration.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Neurodevelopmental Provider

Jacob's Ladder School and Therapy Center
Roswell
06.2024 - Current
  • support people of all ages who face neurodevelopmental challenges, particularly in learning, behavior, and social interaction. They focus on the overall well-being and development of patients to help them reach their full potential.

Nanny/babysitter

Family's
01.2018 - 05.2024
  • Interacted with children by playing, taking them to sports events, and helping them with homework.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.

Hostess

Longhorn Steakhouse
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Provided exceptional customer service, greeted and sat customers, collaborated in a team with other employees, used a POS system, made reservations, assisted servers with different tasks including taking orders and bussing tables.

Sports Camp Coach

MJCC
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • Sports coach of multiple different sports to children grades pre-k through 9th grade.
  • Elevated athlete motivation levels by setting attainable goals and celebrating individual accomplishments.
  • Reduced injury rates through teaching proper warm-up techniques, stretching routines, and emphasizing safety precautions during gameplay.

After School Children's Caregiver

The Walker School
10.2021 - 02.2022
  • Supervised children while they're engaged in activities, making sure they abide safety rules by watching how they interact with one other.
  • Created after school curriculum.

Server

Stoney River Steakhouse
04.2021 - 09.2021
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Hostess

Taco Mac
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Took reservations by phone and walk-in, keeping scheduling demands, and kitchen output in time to avoid overbooking.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Organizational And Professional Communication

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
05.2024

High School Diploma -

North Gwinnett High School
Suwanee, GA
05.2020

Skills

  • Neurodevelopmental intervention (IWBMC)
  • Emotional, sensory, and cognitive support
  • Trauma-informed care
  • CPI crisis intervention
  • Team collaboration
  • Data tracking and progress monitoring
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Customer service
  • Childcare

Certification

  • Interpersonal Whole-Brain Model of Care (IWBMC)
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI Certified)
  • CPR Certified

Timeline

Neurodevelopmental Provider

Jacob's Ladder School and Therapy Center
06.2024 - Current

Hostess

Longhorn Steakhouse
10.2023 - 03.2024

Sports Camp Coach

MJCC
05.2022 - 08.2023

After School Children's Caregiver

The Walker School
10.2021 - 02.2022

Server

Stoney River Steakhouse
04.2021 - 09.2021

Hostess

Taco Mac
05.2020 - 08.2020

Nanny/babysitter

Family's
01.2018 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Organizational And Professional Communication

Kennesaw State University

High School Diploma -

North Gwinnett High School
Rachael Dotson