Ellesa Smith
Austin
Summary
Psychology Graduate with hands-on experience supporting children and families in clinical and community settings. Strong skills in child supervision, behavior monitoring, and effective communication with parents. Committed to creating productive, positive, and organized environment to encourage all interactions to run smoothly. Focuses on creating exceptional experience for the guests and is a flexible and is a friendly worker.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Watch Staff Member
Ymca Of Greater Houston
Houston, TX
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Supervised all ages of children in safe, engaging environments during activities and programs.
- Developed and implemented creative play activities to enhance children's social skills, and monitored child behavior, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Communicated effectively with over 30 parents regarding child progress and daily experiences.
- Upheld the cleanliness and organization of play areas to ensure safety standards.
- Maintained accurate records of child attendance, incidents, and parental concerns to ensure seamless service delivery.
Private Nanny
Houston, TX
09.2018 - 08.2023
- Nurtured child development through personalized educational activities and play-based learning techniques.
- Managed daily schedules, ensuring timely meals, naps, and recreational activities for optimal routine.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on progress and address concerns effectively.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
Team Member
Clean Juice
Houston, TX
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Prepared and blended organic juices following Clean Juice recipes and standards.
- Assisted customers with product selection, ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction.
- Managed inventory levels, restocking supplies to ensure availability during peak hours.
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Maintained clean and orderly store environment, ensuring pleasant shopping experience for customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05-2026
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Reliability and punctuality
- Child development and Trauma-informed care
- Coordination and teamwork
- Professionalism and ethics
- CPR certified
- American Sign Language (ASL) - Conversational
Timeline
Child Watch Staff Member
Ymca Of Greater Houston
05.2023 - 08.2024
Team Member
Clean Juice
05.2020 - 09.2021
Private Nanny
09.2018 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Texas At Austin