Destiny Merchant
Panama City
Summary
Experienced with coordinating and facilitating youth programs to support development and engagement. Utilizes organizational and interpersonal skills to create positive and inclusive environment. Knowledge of activity planning and youth mentorship to enhance program effectiveness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CYPA Youth Program Assistant
Child Development Center
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Assists in preparing age appropriate activities
- Accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth
- Demonstrates, instructs, leads and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop new strategies for improving overall program effectiveness.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment, promoting hygiene and safety standards.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Organized playdates and outings, enhancing social skills through peer interaction.
In-Home Nanny
Eve Russell
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Supervised daily activities and routines, ensuring safety and well-being of children.
- Supported families by managing household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, and errand running.
- Safeguarded children during travel by adhering to car seat safety guidelines and maintaining vigilance during outings.
- Managed schedules efficiently, coordinating extracurricular activities and transportation needs for the children.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Developed engaging educational activities to foster cognitive and social development.
- Managed meal preparation and dietary needs for children, promoting healthy eating habits.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavior.
- Implemented consistent discipline strategies to encourage positive behavior in children.
Sales Associate
Michael Kors
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Greet customers in
- Inform customers of sale promotion
- Start fitting room
- Cash wrap
- Able to do stock
Ambassador of fun
Great Wolf Lodge
07.2015 - 02.2016
- Insured safety for children
- Arts and crafts
- Exercise
- Made a safe work environment
- Garden Grove, CA
Education
High School -
Garza Independence High School
Austin, TX03.2016
High School - undefined
San Antonio Can Academy
San Antonio, TX02.2016
High School - undefined
Robertsdale High School
08.2015
Skills
- Self motivated and dependable – able to work independently without supervision
- Youth mentoring
- Learn quickly and interpret information accurately
- Honest and friendly – enjoy working with people
- Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
- Offering innovative and practical solutions
- Cheerful personality
- Child safety protocols
Certification
- Louisiana Driver’s Licence
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, GoogleDocs, and Internet research
- CPR
- First Aid
- AED
Interests
Hiking, Soccer, Reading
Timeline
CYPA Youth Program Assistant
Child Development Center
06.2020 - 12.2020
In-Home Nanny
Eve Russell
05.2018 - 05.2019
Sales Associate
Michael Kors
01.2018 - 08.2018
Ambassador of fun
Great Wolf Lodge
07.2015 - 02.2016
High School - undefined
San Antonio Can Academy
High School - undefined
Robertsdale High School
High School -
Garza Independence High School