Marian Anderson
Rockford,IL
Summary
Experienced with providing continuous support to mothers during labor and delivery. Utilizes effective communication and comforting techniques to ensure positive birthing experience. Track record of fostering calm and supportive environment, demonstrating empathy and strong interpersonal skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Birth Doula
Brightpoint
01.2024 - Current
- Knowledgeable about matters related to birth, safe sleep, and labor
- Educated families on pregnancy and childbirth
- Organized community events and communicate with community members
- Provided resources to families that needed it
- Managed a caseload of ten participants at one time
- Attend childbirth and assist mothers in different comfort measures to benefit them and progress labor
- Collaborated with medical professionals and the client to figure out the best plan for birth that was safe for everyone
Co-Lead Teacher
UW Health Kids Learning Center
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Planned, Implemented, and coordinated play-based learning activities that focused on music and art for four and five-year-olds
- Communicated with parents to discuss behavior, learning needs, and social/ emotional skills
- Worked with my co-teacher and colleagues to plan and implement new lessons
Co-Lead Teacher
Trinity Daycare
08.2020 - 04.2023
- I worked with children from lower socio-economic households and communicated with parents to give their children the best education and any services they may have needed
- Created a safe learning environment that was up to DCFS standards
- I learned to work quickly under pressure, problem-solve, and de-escalate situations
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education Administration
University of Arizona- Global Campus
Chandler,AZ08.2024
Skills
- Leadership
- Patient Care
- Breastfeeding support
- Family Involvement
- Postpartum care
- Labor Process
- Massage techniques
Certification
- Certified Lactation Counselor
- BLS CPR, 04/25
- Doula Certification- DONA
- Mandated Reporter
- CNA, 2025
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
ASL
Limited Working
Timeline
Birth Doula
Brightpoint
01.2024 - Current
Co-Lead Teacher
UW Health Kids Learning Center
04.2023 - 08.2023
Co-Lead Teacher
Trinity Daycare
08.2020 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education Administration
University of Arizona- Global Campus
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