Damira Fowlkes
Annapolis,MD
Summary
Caring and competent Childcare Provider experienced in keeping kids safe while nurturing development with age-appropriate activities. Strong verbal and written communication skills, organized nature and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict. Enthusiastic Fashion Designer eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of drawing and apparel construction and training in pattern making. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Fashion.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Worker
City Of Annapolis Rec And Parks
Annapolis, Maryland
07.2019 - Current
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts, painting and dance.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Kept all areas neat, clean and properly sanitized.
- Distributed food, napkins and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling and collaboration with parents.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
Volunteer
SPCA
Annapolis, Maryland
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided humane care of domestic animals, including dogs and cats.
- Bathed animals and performed related animal grooming and care in preparation for adoption events.
- Cared for sick or injured animals by seeking out veterinary care and notifying owners.
- Maintained clean and organized boarding areas to promote animal wellbeing.
- Provided top-notch customer service to every customer and exceptional care to all animals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Parsons The New School For Design
New York, NY05.2025
High School Diploma -
Annapolis High School
Annapolis, MD06.2021
Skills
- Early childhood development
- Social and academic development
- Activities planning
- Emotional development
- Apparel Design
- Garment construction
- Fashion design
- Excellent oral communication
- Sewing
- Analytical skills
- Conflict resolution
- Supervision
- Social Media
- Creative writing
- Networking skills
Accomplishments
- Miss Teen Maryland USA 2020 Pageant State Finalist
- Accepted into Parsons School Of Design in Manhattan, New York
- Been in the AVID program for 6 years and will receive an AVID cord amid graduation
Timeline
Volunteer
SPCA
09.2019 - 02.2020
Childcare Worker
City Of Annapolis Rec And Parks
07.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Parsons The New School For Design
High School Diploma -
Annapolis High School