Alaina Ponton
New Castle,VA
Summary
Motivated professional with a strong willingness to learn and excel in diverse tasks. Demonstrates a passion for collaboration, effectively engaging with both people and animals. Core competencies include adaptability and teamwork, contributing to a positive work environment. Aiming to leverage skills in a dynamic role that fosters growth and development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Craig Co Childcare Center
New Castle, VA
04.2025 - Current
- Facilitated daily activities to promote social and emotional development in children.
- Supervised classroom behavior to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Teacher's Assistant
Craig County Public Schools
New Castle, VA
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom activities.
- Supervised students during recess and lunch periods, promoting safety and inclusion.
- Provided feedback to educators on student progress and classroom dynamics.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
- Led discussion sections, tutorials and laboratory sections under teacher direction.
- Explained class procedures, lab policies and important dates.
Equine Handler
Private Individuals
New Castle, VA
03.2016 - 08.2022
- Handled daily feeding and care of horses in a safe environment.
- Assisted in grooming and maintaining horse cleanliness and health.
- Monitored horse behavior to identify signs of distress or illness.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while handling horses on a daily basis.
- Performed basic first aid on injured or ill horses in accordance with veterinary guidance.
Drug GM Clerk
Kroger
Salem, VA
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Oversaw inventory management and restocking procedures.
- Implemented customer service initiatives to improve shopper satisfaction.
- Greeted visitors in a friendly and professional manner while directing them appropriately.
- Performed data entry tasks to update customer accounts records.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
Farm Hand
Keffer Dairy Farm
New Castle, VA
10.2016 - 01.2017
- Operated milking machines during scheduled milking sessions.
- Monitored cow health and reported any issues to supervisors.
- Maintained cleanliness of barn and equipment to ensure hygiene standards.
- Assisted in feeding and caring for calves and adult cows daily.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
- Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Craig County Public Schools
New Castle, VA06-2016
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Development
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VASkills
- Relationship building
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety protocols
- Basic math
- First Aid/CPR
Certification
- CPR
- CDA
- First Aid
Timeline
Teacher
Craig Co Childcare Center
04.2025 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Craig County Public Schools
08.2023 - 04.2024
Farm Hand
Keffer Dairy Farm
10.2016 - 01.2017
Drug GM Clerk
Kroger
09.2016 - 04.2017
Equine Handler
Private Individuals
03.2016 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Craig County Public Schools
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Development
Virginia Western Community College
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