Ya’Diya Smith
Gulfport
Summary
Compassionate preschool teacher with background in creating engaging, educational, and nurturing environments for early childhood development. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and developmental assessments, fostering growth and learning among diverse student groups. Implemented innovative teaching strategies that enhanced children's social and intellectual growth, contributing to improved classroom dynamics and positive feedback from parents and staff.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Infinity HomeCare
Gulfport
03.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
Gulfport
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse student learning styles.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted mutual respect.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
Customer Service Representative
GUESS Factory
Gulfport
05.2019 - 02.2024
- Excelled in exceeding daily credit card application goals.
- Adjusted bills and refunded money to resolve customers' service or billing complaints.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Divine Preschool
Gulfport
05.2014 - 01.2024
- Assisted preschoolers with personal care needs.
- Supervised children during lunchtime and snack time.
- Planned and supervised games and other recreational activities for students.
- Managed daily attendance and reported absences and tardies to appropriate personnel for parental notification.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and brought up problems to parents.
- Observed student performance and recorded academic and attendance.
- Helped prepare preschool-aged children for future education by working with groups and individuals in classroom environments.
- Kept track of teaching materials and regularly stocked school supplies.
- Assisted with or led story time by reading books to children.
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
- Maintained a clean and orderly classroom environment throughout the day.
- Created and assembled classroom displays and decorations.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Harrioson High School
Gulfport, Mississippi05-2016
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MSSkills
- Classroom management
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Adaptation to change
- Activity planning
- Companionship and emotional support
- Activity coordination
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Infinity HomeCare
03.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
08.2021 - 12.2024
Customer Service Representative
GUESS Factory
05.2019 - 02.2024
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Divine Preschool
05.2014 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
West Harrioson High School
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Alcorn State University