Chantavia Mcdonald
Brooklyn
Summary
Accomplished Substitute Teacher with extensive experience across diverse subjects and grade levels. Expertise in adapting to various classroom environments, implementing effective classroom management, and quickly assimilating new curricula. Committed to enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes, ensuring continuity in education during teacher absences.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Kokua
Brooklyn
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional practices and share resources.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback on their performance.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Collaborated with other teachers, staff members, administrators, parents, and community organizations to ensure optimal student success.
Substitute Teacher
Kokua-Chicago
Chicago
03.2025 - 08.2025
Sortation Associate
Amazon DSP
Arlington Heights
10.2020 - 11.2024
Catering /Food Service
Elegante Cuisine
Chicago
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Prepared ingredients for meal service, ensuring timely and quality food delivery
- Sanitized surfaces to uphold food safety standards and prevent contamination
- Maintained cleanliness of dishes and utensils to support efficient kitchen operations
Server
01.2011 - 05.2018
Child Care Assistant
05.2010 - 09.2012
- Assisted in care for children ages 2 months to 11 years
- Prepared and served nutritious meals to promote healthy eating habits during childcare hours
- Planned and facilitated engaging activities to support children's development and learning
Education
Education -
Western Governors University
Remote06-2026
Cannabis Processing Technician - Urban Agriculture
Olive Harvey University
Pullham06-2026
Writing - Postgraduate Degree
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA12-2018
Communications - Bachelor's
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA05-2017
Dual - High school or equivalent
Treutlen Middle/High School
Soperton, GA05-2011
Skills
Early childhood education
- Child development
- Early childhood teaching
- Classroom management
- Child supervision
- Student supervision
- Activity-based lessons
- Parent collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
- Community engagement
- Sound judgment
- Conflict resolution
- Teaching
- Collaboration learning
- Public school experience
- Child safety protocols
- First aid
- Attention to detail
- Organization skills
- Time management
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Customer service
- Guest relations
- Customer communication
- Sales target achievement
- Conducting sales calls
- Educational sales
- Service management
- Team leadership
- Staff development
- Team management
- Community Service
- Clean workspace maintenance
- Childcare
- Hospitality
- Visual aids creation
- Mediation
- Conflict management
- Employee relationship building
- Self-directed learning
- Daycare
- Camp
- Classroom experience
- Classroom leadership
- Customer inquiry handling
- Customer greetings
- Merchandising
- Cash register
- Friendly demeanor
- Interpersonal skills
- Classroom experience
- Cash register
- Communication
- Parent engagement
- Teaching
- Classroom leadership
- First aid
- Organization skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Time management
- Educational branding
- Friendly demeanor
Certification
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Substitute Teaching Certification
Languages
English
Timeline
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Kokua
03.2025 - 08.2025
Substitute Teacher
Kokua-Chicago
03.2025 - 08.2025
Catering /Food Service
Elegante Cuisine
01.2021 - 04.2022
Sortation Associate
Amazon DSP
10.2020 - 11.2024
Server
01.2011 - 05.2018
Child Care Assistant
05.2010 - 09.2012
Education -
Western Governors University
Cannabis Processing Technician - Urban Agriculture
Olive Harvey University
Writing - Postgraduate Degree
Georgia Southern University
Communications - Bachelor's
Georgia Southern University
Dual - High school or equivalent
Treutlen Middle/High School