Gia Flynn

• Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
• Assisted patrons with reference searches, account questions, and circulation services using library databases.
• Assisted patrons in locating resources, elevating their library experience.
• Collaborated with fellow staff members on projects aimed at improving overall library services and offerings.
• Collaborated with local schools to promote reading programs, enhancing children's interest in literature.
• Contributed to the library''s overall mission by performing additional tasks or responsibilities as assigned, adapting quickly to new challenges and demands.
• Developed library displays and implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.
• Fostered positive learning environment, creating thematic displays that encouraged reading and exploration.
• Helped children select appropriate reading level library books.
• Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
• Monitored library environments to maintain safe, hazard-free settings.
• Stayed up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards.
• Supported community engagement initiatives by coordinating successful library events and programs for patrons of all ages.
• Supported librarians with program setup, event materials, and classroom resource preparation.

• Assisted with basic self-care tasks such as diapering, toilet training, and handwashing to instill independence in daily routines.
• Assisted young learners with improving fine motor skills through engaging activities such as arts and crafts projects.
• Administered first aid treatment during emergencies while adhering to established protocols for reporting incidents or accidents swiftly.
• Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
• Collaborated with parents to establish open communication channels, addressing specific needs and concerns promptly.
• Communicated caregiver notes and special needs updates to parents and church staff.
• Developed strong relationships with families to ensure trustworthiness, reliability, and an understanding of individual childcare needs.
• Engaged children with age-appropriate activities, toys, and soothing routines.
• Enhanced children''s developmental growth by implementing age-appropriate activities and playtime.
• Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  Engaged with children on an age-appropriate level.
• Maintained safe, clean nursery environment following childcare and sanitation procedures.
• Monitored check-in and check-out procedures to ensure child security and accountability.
• Promoted a safe and nurturing environment for infants and toddlers, ensuring their physical and emotional wellbeing.
• Responded calmly to crying, conflicts, and basic care needs with patience and attentiveness.
• Supervised infant and toddler care during worship services and church events.

• Provided individualized, primary care for infants and toddlers (6 months - 3.5 years), expertly managing diapering, feeding schedules, naps, and ensuring optimal health and safety.
• Developed and implemented sensory, language, and motor skill activities specifically designed for non-verbal and pre-verbal children, fostering early cognitive development.
• Supported major developmental milestones, including facilitating the transition to solid foods, aiding in mobility skills (crawling/walking), and implementing potty-training techniques.
• Built a secure and predictable attachment environment essential for infants and toddlers, using consistent routines and responsive, nurturing interactions.
• Adapted communication to age-appropriate levels, using responsive language and non-verbal cues to understand and meet the needs of non-verbal infants and emerging speakers.
• Proactively communicated daily detailed reports to parents regarding feeding times, consumption, sleep patterns, developmental progress, and any behavioral observations.
• Maintained a clean, disinfected, and hazard-free environment critical for infants and mobile toddlers who explore through touch and mouthing.
• Monitored and guided children in early social skills (e.g., parallel play, sharing) and supported their emotional regulation during times of distress or frustration.
• Coordinated and managed flexible daily schedules that balanced critical needs (naps/meals) with guided exploration and fine/gross motor skill activities.
• Utilized positive reinforcement and redirection techniques to manage early challenging behaviors, promoting independence and cooperative play.

• Completed 10 hours of training including crisis intervention, first aid, and child management.
• Led and supervised daily activities for groups of 15-20 children (grades K-4), successfully maintaining energy, engagement, and safety standards across diverse camp programming (e.g., crafts, sports, educational games).
• Designed and facilitated engaging group activities that reinforced teamwork, leadership skills, and positive social interactions among young students.
• Effectively managed and resolved behavioral challenges using positive redirection, conflict mediation, and clear communication to foster a cooperative camp environment.
• Responsible for the safety and logistical oversight of children during high-energy transitions, off-site field trips, and critical activities like swimming or lunch service.
• Served as a positive role model and mentor, encouraging campers to explore new interests, build self-confidence, and practice good sportsmanship throughout the program duration.

• Managed continuous, long-term care for children across a wide age spectrum (infant through pre-teen) for multiple families over a 10-year period, demonstrating reliability and commitment.
• Cultivated strong, trusting professional relationships with over ten neighborhood families, serving as a reliable and consistent childcare provider and resource.
• Developed and implemented customized, safe activities and routines that aligned with parental expectations and supported the cognitive and physical development of diverse age groups.
• Expertly handled emergency situations and administered basic first aid as needed, ensuring immediate and appropriate safety responses while maintaining composure.
• Maintained open and detailed communication with parents regarding daily activities, behavioral observations, and any immediate concerns, ensuring transparency and partnership.
• Demonstrated exceptional adaptability in supervising groups of children with varied personalities and needs, ensuring equitable attention and a structured, positive environment.
• Managed household tasks related to childcare, including preparing age-appropriate meals/snacks, enforcing bedtime routines, and coordinating homework assistance/transportation.

Major & Concentration

• Youth and Community Development Major | College of Education
• Concentration: Human Communication and Organizational Leadership | College of Communication

Minors

• Diverse Learners Minor | College of Education
• Special Education Mild Intervention Minor | College of Education
• Psychology Minor | College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

GPA

• 3.428 GPA

Clubs and Extra Curricular Activities

• CHAARG Member
• College Mentors for Kids General Manager & Member
• Extracurricular Activities: BU|BeWell Undergraduate Assistant

Relevant Coursework and Professional Development

• Professional Development: Health Communication
• Professional Development: Organizational Behavior
• Professional Development: Organizational Communication

• SENIOR PROJECT: Mental Illness and Courses of Treatment; During the entirety of my senior year, I created my final Senior Project for which I wrote a 30-page paper. Along with my paper, I gave a 45- minute presentation followed by a 15-minute Q&A. My research focused on various mental illnesses, how they can manifest in individuals, different courses of treatment, and various coping skills.