Amaiya Livingston
Kirkland,WA
Summary
While pursing my undergraduate degree, I studied Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies at Seattle University. I am now studying to gain my master's in School Counseling at Seattle University. I have a passion for social justice and adolescent advocacy. I have experience assisting youth in developing vital learning and social and emotional skills, behavior management and development, and relationship growth. I add value to any academic and professional setting needing strong leadership skills, empathy, and practical personal experience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Canine Coach
Dogtopia
2024.05 - Current
- Reduced the risk of accidents by closely supervising play areas and promptly addressing any signs of aggression or distress in dogs.
- Supported facility cleanliness by sanitizing dog spaces and equipment to maintain a healthy environment for the dogs and the other employees.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by managing behaviors, and building communication with my team members/coworkers.
- Maintained detailed records on each dog's behavior, overall health, and progress to provide important updates for pet owners.
- Professionally communicated with pet owners by phone, email, and text.
Sale Associate
Everything Tea
2015.07 - Current
- Educated existing and new customers on usage and benefits of loose leaf teas.
- Helped enter inventory and calculate margins with Clover Software system.
- Merchandised, helped with ordering event planning, and overall cost of goods.
- Helped with fulfillment by utilizing UPS shipping service.
- Training new employees.
- Conducted etiquette and social grace classes for children ages 6-11.
- Managed marketing and social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.).
Behavior Specialist
YMCA
2022.03 - 2022.09
- Taught SEL (Social and Emotional) learning lessons to children to help express their feelings in various forms.
- Building relationships with children through one-on-one communication.
- Observed particular children with behavioral difficulties, and noted how SEL program was impacting/improving their ability to express emotions.
- Helped children express their tough emotions in various ways (one-on-one), this included art therapy, conversations, writing, play, etc.
- Helped provide snacks, and meals for children during summer camps.
- Created and implemented department support framework to address strategic goals
Children's Church Leader
OPEN HOME Church
2019.08 - 2020.09
- Prepare and develop lesson plans geared for young children.
- Provided young children with basic knowledge about Bible.
- Communicating with church pastors and parents about what children are learning and gaining from lessons.
- Building and fostering relationships with children (2-7).
Volunteer Student Mentor
Washington Middle School
2019.09 - 2020.03
- Assisted students with homework.
- Helped students come up with new ways to study/improve their grades.
- Weekly grade checks with students and conversations about what they are doing good, and what they can improve for future weeks.
- Relationship building with students (playing board games, having conversations, arts and crafts, etc.).
- Attended parent nights and discussed with parents how their child is doing in program.
Volunteer Classroom Assistant
Bailey Gatzert Elementary
2018.04 - 2018.06
- Assisted students with homework.
- Assisted teacher with setting up learning activities and learning stations.
- Made copy runs for teacher.
- Helped students build upon their reading, writing, and math skills.
- Build relationships (attend music classes with students, drawing arts and crafts during lunch time with students, etc.).
- Cleaned and organized art supplies and related materials
Education
Masters in Education - School Counseling
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA06.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies
Seattle University
Seattle, WA06.2022
Skills
- Schedule management
- Decision making
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Working collaboratively
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Relationship building Leadership
- Behavior management & assessment
- School Engagement
- Emotional Support
- Stress and anxiety management
Timeline
Canine Coach
Dogtopia
2024.05 - Current
Behavior Specialist
YMCA
2022.03 - 2022.09
Volunteer Student Mentor
Washington Middle School
2019.09 - 2020.03
Children's Church Leader
OPEN HOME Church
2019.08 - 2020.09
Volunteer Classroom Assistant
Bailey Gatzert Elementary
2018.04 - 2018.06
Sale Associate
Everything Tea
2015.07 - Current
Masters in Education - School Counseling
Seattle Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies
Seattle University
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