Akeila Driver
Opelika,AL
Summary
I am a highly educated young lady with multiple leadership positions and full involvement in the community. I have volunteered at community food banks and helped children in dance studios and cheer camps. I have participated in autism awareness events, contributed to food drives, and donated blankets. I am known for my positive attitude, determination, hard work, and trustworthiness.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Chaquitia Brooks
01.2022 - Current
- Ensure child safety by closely monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Prepare healthy and nutritious meals and snacks for children daily, promoting healthy eating habits.
- Engage young children by playing games, working on puzzles, and reading books with them.
- Maintain positive communication with children and guardians.
- Provide emotional support to children by actively listening to their concerns, responding empathetically, and fostering their problem-solving abilities.
Volunteer
Martin Luther King Gala
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Assisted guest with their preference for food.
- I assisted with the preparation and setup of decorations and favors for the event.
- I was responsible for keeping track of guests' items, such as coats and hats.
- I helped individuals find where they needed to go while using respectful manners and gestures.
- I collaborated with other volunteers to provide guests with a satisfying experience.
- I helped with the process of taking down and storing the decorations used during the event.
Volunteer
Community Market
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Actively sorted and packaged food and supplies for the community market, while also greeting and assisting shoppers with their purchases.
- Ensured that the process ran smoothly by communicating with staff and other volunteers.
- Provided much-needed services to the community while representing the organization positively and professionally.
Cheer Captain
Opelika High School JV Cheer Team
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with coaching staff to create innovative choreography for competitions and events.
- Led by example in demonstrating dedication, discipline, and enthusiasm both on and off the field.
- Promoted a culture of sportsmanship among teammates while competing against other teams at various events.
- Participated in youth camps and clinics and offered insight and assistance with improving skills and encouragement to the youth.
- Kept uniform clean, neat, and well-maintained to present a positive, professional image of Opelika High School and our team.
- Boosted team morale through motivational speeches and consistent encouragement during practices and games.
- I brought the team together by actively listening to everyone's ideas, thoughts, and feelings, and incorporating them into our performances.
- Attended all practices on time with a positive demeanor and willingness to work hard.
- Served as a liaison between coaches, athletes, and parents, facilitating communication and addressing concerns as needed.
- I mentored new team members in proper techniques, stunts, and safety protocols to ensure their successful integration into the team.
Education
Opelika High School
Opelika, AL05.2026
Skills
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Reliable
- Hardworking
- Collaboration
- Positivity
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
Affiliations
- Opelika High School Varsity Cheerleader
- Director of Finance and Membership of Opelika Student Government Association.
- Leadership Of Opelika High School FCA
- Dream Day Ambassador
- Girls Steps Inc. Member
Accomplishments
In 2018, I was awarded the Dancer of the Year award at Make Your Move Performing Arts for my amazing attendance, dedication, and willingness to help others. I have been an Opelika Cheerleader for three years and counting. During my 9th grade year, I was selected by teammates, coaches, and administrators to serve as the junior varsity cheer captain. I was also chosen to be an ambassador of the Dream Day Foundation. I have consistently been on the all-A honor roll and have received awards and certificates for my academic achievements. I was awarded the Leadership Award for outstanding leadership and determination at Opelika Middle School. Additionally, I was presented with the Student Of The Quarter award at Opelika High School for demonstrating an outstanding attitude, determination, respectfulness, and helpfulness toward others. I was chosen by administrators to be the director of Finance and Leadership in the Opelika High School Student Government Association, and I also serve as a leader in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes club at Opelika High School.
Timeline
Volunteer
Martin Luther King Gala
01.2024 - 01.2024
Cheer Captain
Opelika High School JV Cheer Team
03.2022 - 03.2023
Babysitter
Chaquitia Brooks
01.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Community Market
01.2022 - 12.2023
Opelika High School