Fogofoluwa Akinola
Chicago,IL
Summary
I am currently a Junior at Loyola University of Chicago, obtaining a degree in psychology with an interest developmental psychology. My passions consist of bettering the emotional wellness of BIPOC children . I work as a childcare professional with a proven ability to effectively improvise and adjust according to children's needs. My job consists of providing a safe environment and fostering growth by setting examples for appropriate social skills. I have great recommendations earned by providing individualized care, highlighting ideal interpersonal skills. I identify as a hardworking, independent worker who excels at proposing new ideas that improve children's living conditions and thus behavior.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CHILDREN’S CAREGIVER
Self-employed
03.2013 - Current
- Pick up children from school and ensure safe commute home or to appointments
- Perform light housework to lighten parent's load
- Organize and prepare healthy snacks and dinner for children
- Maintain safe, organized, & enriched space to support children's development
- Supervise children's homework and responsibilities and offer assistance when needed
- Facilitate age-appropriate entertainment and learning opportunities for children
- Sustain child's daily schedule and keep them on task
- Provide parent regular updates on child's development
- Safe-Sitter & CPR Certified.
COACH
Wright’s Gymnastics Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Responsible for providing entertainment & developing gymnastics skills of over 50 summer campers
- Supervises campers and ensures safety, development, skill growth, & general well-being
- Collaborated with fellow coaches to coordiate themed camp days and facilitate daily arts and crafts projects.
CASHIER
Freddy’s
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Handle cash and credit transactions with customers
- Greet customers when entering and leaving establishment
- Maintain clean & tidy checkout areas
- Resolve customer complaints and guide them to relevant information
- Manage and process sales transactions, interface with customers, and provide a high-quality dining experience for guests.
Education
Honors Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
LOYOLA CHICAGO UNIVERSITY
06.2025
High School Diploma -
Brebeuf Jesuit College Preparatory School
Indianapolis, IN05.2021
Skills
- Safety oversight
- Personable and friendly
- Decision-Making
- Conflict Management
- Cash Handling
- Customer Service
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Time management skills
- Childcare
- Reliability
- Creative Thinking
- Child psychology knowledge
- School-age children experience
- Schedule Management
Certification
- Safe-Sitter Certified
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Professional Organizations & Memberships
GANNON SCHOLAR'S LEADERSHIP CENTER, Loyola University Chicago, 2021-Present
BLACK CULTURAL CENTER, Loyola University Chicago, 2021- Present
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
COACH
Wright’s Gymnastics Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
CASHIER
Freddy’s
05.2020 - 09.2020
CHILDREN’S CAREGIVER
Self-employed
03.2013 - Current
Honors Bachelor of Science in Psychology -
LOYOLA CHICAGO UNIVERSITY
High School Diploma -
Brebeuf Jesuit College Preparatory School
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