Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline

Aminatta Jallow

Self-employed
Ithaca,NY
2
Languages
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience

Developed strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills in childcare environment, supporting child development and fostering positive learning experiences. Seeking to transition into new field where these skills can drive success and contribute to collaborative team environment. Dedicated to leveraging experience to make meaningful contributions in new professional role.

Work History

Childcare Assistant Teacher

10 Months
Ithaca Montessori School | 10.2025 - Current
  • Implemented daily lesson plans to enhance children's learning experiences.
  • Assisted in implementing daily lesson plans to enhance children's learning experiences.
  • Collaborated with lead teacher to assess student progress and tailor activities to individual needs.
  • Provided personalized attention and care to support individual student needs during activities.

Freelance Photographer

2 Years 7 Months
Self-employed | 01.2024 - Current
  • Captured high-quality images for diverse clients, strengthening visual storytelling and elevating brand identity.
  • Developed and executed creative concepts for photo shoots, aligning with client visions and achieving project goals.
  • Edited and retouched photographs using industry-standard software, ensuring optimal presentation quality for client deliverables.

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Garden Associate

9 Months
Home Depot | 03.2025 - 12.2025
  • Provided expert advice on landscaping techniques and pest management to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate plants and gardening supplies based on individual needs.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline inventory management processes for seasonal products.

Staff Photographer

1 Year 11 Months
The Ithacan | 01.2023 - 12.2024
  • Captured high-quality images that enhanced engagement for diverse campus events and student activities.
  • Collaborated with theeditorial team to develop visual narratives for publication.
  • Prioritized tasks to consistently meet tight deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality photographic content.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cinema And Photography

Ithaca College | Ithaca, NY | 12-2024
  • Awarded: Chung/Thorpe Leadership Award
  • Thesis: Portrait of International Students

Associate of Science - Photography

Tompkins Cortland Community College | Dryden, NY | 12-2022

Skills

Literacy development
Time management
Reading instruction
Creative lesson planning
Child development
Parent communication
Classroom technology integration
Classroom organization
Student progress tracking

Certification

  • Mandated Reporter Training - 2025

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Wolof
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Childcare Assistant Teacher

Ithaca Montessori School
10.2025 - CurrentRead More

Garden Associate

Home Depot
03.2025 - 12.2025Read More

Freelance Photographer

Self-employed
01.2024 - CurrentRead More

Staff Photographer

The Ithacan
01.2023 - 12.2024Read More

Tompkins Cortland Community College

Associate of Science from Photography
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Ithaca College

Bachelor of Science from Cinema And Photography
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Aminatta Jallow