Alaysia (Preferred: Lay) Jointer
Summary
Hi! My name is Lay. I'd describe myself as a creative and community-driven artist with experience in youth organizing, event facilitation, and other customer facing roles. I'm known for bringing warm energy and strong communication skills into every space. I thrive in environments that center customer interaction, creativity, and collaboration. I strive to bring wonderful energy where ever I go.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Live-Out Nanny
UrbanSitter
07.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement for children in care for 30+ hrs a week.
- Developed personalized educational activities to promote cognitive and social development.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and any concerns.
- Maintained organized schedules for meals, naps, and educational playtime.
- Evaluated children's developmental milestones, adapting care plans to meet individual needs.
Community Organizer Intern
Bold Vision Youth Council
11.2023 - Current
- Coordinated community outreach initiatives to engage local residents and foster participation with an increase in engagement per event
- Assisted in organizing events and workshops focused on community issues and advocacy strategies.
- Collaborated with local organizations to strengthen partnerships and enhance resource sharing
Service Learner Intern
Community Coalition
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance participant engagement and understanding of key concepts.
- Developed and implemented curriculum materials for diverse learning styles and objectives.
- Led workshops focused on higher education, conflict resolution strategies, improving team dynamics and communication skills with 25+ students.
Intern
Community Coalition Youth Arts Council
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Facilitated feedback sessions with team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Supported project teams by conducting research and compiling data for strategic planning initiatives fot event that resulted in 500+ community member engagement
After-School Program Leader
Woodcrest Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Under LAUSD internship program
- Developed engaging educational activities to enhance student learning and social skills.
- Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
- Selected nutritious snacks and educational toys for students.
- Managed behavioral issues and used positive behavior strategies for groups of up to 60+ students.
President
Black Student Union
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance cultural awareness and representation on campus during team meetings among students and staff.
- Organized events promoting diversity, inclusion, and educational opportunities for Black students.
- Mentored fellow leaders in effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
Youth Leader
South Central Youth Empowered Through Action (SCYEA)
09.2022 - 06.2023
- SCYEA is Program dedicated to allowing space for black and brown students to discuss ways to better South Central's environment.
- Designed and implemented engaging activities that promoted teamwork and community involvement.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback, driving continuous improvement in offerings.
- Developed partnerships with schools to integrate youth programs into educational curricula, increasing accessibility.
Musician
Strategic Concepts in Organizing and Policy Education’s youth (SCOPE)
06.2022 - 02.2025
- Strategic Concepts in Organizing and Policy Education is a non profit organization that touches base with labor unions and other environmental groups to assist low income communities of color.
- Performed in 8 shows.
Babysitter
Self Employed Services
01.2017 - Current
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement in a nurturing environment for 25+hrs a week.
- Implemented consistent routines that improved children's behavior and emotional well-being.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Education
Undergraduate - Music Major
California State University Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA05-2027
High School Diploma -
George Washington Prep High School
Los Angeles, CA06.2023
Skills
- Communicative
- Creative
- First aid certified
- Multicultural understanding
- Social development
- Friendly
- Cheerful and energetic
Certification
- First -Aid and CPR Certified- June 2025
- California State Institute Of the Arts - August 2022
- NAACP ACT-SO Gold Medalist- November 2023
Timeline
Live-Out Nanny
UrbanSitter
07.2025 - Current
Service Learner Intern
Community Coalition
05.2024 - 08.2024
Community Organizer Intern
Bold Vision Youth Council
11.2023 - Current
Intern
Community Coalition Youth Arts Council
04.2023 - 09.2023
President
Black Student Union
02.2023 - 06.2023
After-School Program Leader
Woodcrest Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
Youth Leader
South Central Youth Empowered Through Action (SCYEA)
09.2022 - 06.2023
Musician
Strategic Concepts in Organizing and Policy Education’s youth (SCOPE)
06.2022 - 02.2025
Babysitter
Self Employed Services
01.2017 - Current
Undergraduate - Music Major
California State University Los Angeles
High School Diploma -
George Washington Prep High School
Work Dedicated To Desired Profession
- Performed 'Blown Away' by Carrie Underwood, winning first place and a $200 cash prize at a Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inglewood Jabberwock Talent Show, 2015
- Performed the 'Star Spangled Banner' for the 8th graders graduation on USC's campus, 2018
- Sang at a Martin Luther King event for the NAACP of West Covina’s District, 2019
- Sang 'A Change Is Gonna Come' by Sam Cooke for an event celebrating Juneteenth held by SCOPE, 2019
- Sang the same song the following week for the Annual Day of Healing Fundraiser, 2019
- Accepted to California State Summer School of the Arts in 2022, granted the Governor's Medallion, the title of an official California Arts Scholar, and 6 college credits, 2022
- Participated in nine solo and ensemble performances in various genres including African drumming, gamelan, gospel, and classical, 2022
- Took several college-level, pre-professional courses, six days, from 9am to 8pm, 2022
- Recently composed a song titled 'Take A Breath In' with the help of Dr. Dawn Norfleet and Kevin Deane, 2022
Leadership Positions And Awards
- Was vocalist in the Music department of CSSSA, granted the Governor's Medallion as an official California Arts Scholar, 2022
- Joined school’s debate team in the spring of 2022, received an award for top speaker in 5th place out of 50 debaters, 2022
- President of Washington Prep’s Black Student Union, in charge of designing logos and ensuring fundraisers are in place, 2022
- An undergrad youth at SCYEA, 2022
- Founder, director, producer, editor, and special effects make-up artist for Black Magic Productions, 2022