Amayah Shinholster
Kathleen,GA
Summary
Dedicated Lead Daycare Teacher with extensive hands-on experience in caring for and educating children from infancy through school age. Holds a Georgia Teacher Credential Certificate (TCC) along with CPR and First Aid certifications. Expertise includes strong classroom leadership, effective behavior management, and innovative lesson planning, while ensuring a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment. A solid foundation in child development and education has been cultivated within a supportive atmosphere, poised to transition into a new field. Committed to leveraging transferable skills to manage diverse needs, foster positive relationships, and create engaging activities that drive meaningful outcomes in a new professional setting.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare Teacher / Lead Support
Foundation Academy
Bonaire, GA
04.2025 - 02.2026
- Oversaw daily classroom operations, ensuring a nurturing environment for children from infancy to school age.
- Created and organized developmentally appropriate activities, including lessons, crafts, and learning centers, to foster educational growth.
- Established and maintained structured routines while supervising students to promote a supportive and orderly classroom atmosphere.
- Provided guidance to assistant teachers to enhance classroom management skills and foster a positive learning environment.
- Provided tailored infant care to enhance developmental milestones through supervised tummy time and engaging sensory activities.
- Ensure compliance with Georgia health, safety, and supervision regulations.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with families to address children's progress, behavior, and essential daily needs.
- Coordinated initiatives with staff and leadership to enhance classroom and center performance.
- Facilitated daily learning activities to enhance children's cognitive and social development.
- Implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to engage children in creative play and structured learning.
- Tracked and assessed children's development, providing tailored support to enhance personal growth.
Lead Key Holder
Dollar General
Warner Robins
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted in training team members on operational processes and customer service protocols.
- Managed daily store operations, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels through regular stock assessments and replenishment.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing inquiries and resolving issues effectively.
- Coordinated opening and closing procedures, ensuring secure cash handling practices were followed.
- Implemented visual merchandising standards to enhance product presentation and sales appeal.
Cashier
Burlington
Warner Robins
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to enhance customer experience.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering positive relationships and loyalty.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Cashier
McDoanlds
Milledgeville
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to enhance customer experience.
- Assisted in training new staff on cash handling procedures and service protocols.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
Cashier
McDonald's
Milledgeville
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Maintained accurate cash drawer, ensuring proper balance at shift end.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and product selections to enhance shopping experience.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Central Georgia Technical College
Macon, GA05-2027
Skills
- Time management
- Health and safety
- Problem-solving
- Strong work ethic
- Child safety
- Cleaning and sanitation
- CPR and first aid
- Cleaning and sanitation
- CPR and first aid
Accomplishments
- Managed classroom of 8 children ages 1 to 22 months, maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.
Certification
- EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION BASICS (TCC) – Georgia, December 2025
- CPR and First Aid Certified July 2025
- Health and Safety Orientation Training – 10 Hours (August 9, 2025)
- Transportation Safety: Keeping Kids Safe in Georgia (July 24, 2025)
- Child Abuse and Neglect: Mandated Reporting Requirements – Georgia Public Schools (April 7, 2025)
Timeline
Daycare Teacher / Lead Support
Foundation Academy
04.2025 - 02.2026
Lead Key Holder
Dollar General
09.2024 - 03.2025
Cashier
Burlington
05.2024 - 10.2024
Cashier
McDoanlds
04.2023 - 07.2023
Cashier
McDonald's
03.2022 - 10.2022
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Central Georgia Technical College