Gia Jackson
New York,NY
Summary
Hardworking, multi-faceted, passionate worker with excellent costumer service and interpersonal communication skills. Previous work and personal background have fostered the traits of accuracy, dependability, leadership, creativity, quick-thinking, and a cheerful yet grounded attitude.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Worker
Care.com Inc
Springfield, VA
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted various families with childcare duties, with the children's ages ranging from 9 months to 12 years
- Worked with only children, multiples, neurodiverse children, and families with pets
- Used resources on Care.com to communicate with and reach out to potential/current employers
- Effectively and efficiently organized a work schedule including multiple different families weekly
- Engaged children in activities within the home, as well as assisting families with the child's daily routine
- Performed light housework, primarily meal prep, laundry, occasional errands, animal care, and organization
- Provided my own source of transportation and traveled to various locations within the Northern Virginia area
- Worked to maintain a respectful, caring, and professional dynamic with both the children and the parents
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills
- Facilitated learning through play, stories, and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
Infant Nanny
Rebecca Murray (For Adelaide Murray)
Hoboken , NJ
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted parents in establishing and maintaining routines for the infant, including feeding, bathing, and bedtime
- Provided stimulating activities to encourage physical, social, emotional and cognitive development
- Monitored the infant's daily activities such as eating, sleeping patterns, hygiene habits
- Responded quickly and appropriately in emergency situations involving the infant
- Performed light housework such as laundry and toy sanitation
Stage Manager/Fight Captain
Stagedoor Productions
Fredericksburg, VA
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted in the casting/assembling of a production
- Communicated with actors and creative team to effectively adhere to a rehearsal schedule through daily calls, master calendars, emails, etc
- Ran rehearsals/overseeing performances
- Acted as Fight Captain to ensure the safety and security of actors in scenes which require stage combat
- Realized the director's vision and translated this to both the cast and the crew
- Assisted in guiding actors through theatrical techniques/challenges
- Coordinated stage crews
- Recorded blocking and cues/Calling Cues during performances
- Collaborated with technical crew and cast to safeguard presentation of artistic vision
- Enforced safety measures due to potential stage equipment hazards
- Worked with a technical/stage crew to build and create sets.
Nanny/Babysitter
Diane Greenbaum (For Jonah Greenbaum)
Alexandria, VA
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior
- Communicated effectively with both child and parents
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning, and social interactions with peers
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth
- Engaged child by maintaining a cheerful and positive attitude
- Planned and maintained daily routine
- Provided care to child inside and outside of the home
- Performed housework (i.e
- Dishes, meal preparation, laundry, errands, etc.)
Virtual Instructor ("Circletime")
Joy Of Learning Montessori Classes And Tutoring
Annandale, VA
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Planned lessons to teach topics in culture, geography/science, world holidays, and social awareness
- Organized and facilitated weekly ZOOM meetings to teach 30-minute circle time
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities
- Communicated clearly with parents and children to establish a mutually respectful and growth-centered environment.
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
Springfield, VA
05.2020 - 03.2021
- Greeted customers with a friendly demeanor and provided outstanding customer service
- Took and processed customer orders accurately and efficiently
- Prepared food items according to Chick-fil-A's recipes and quality standards
- Handled cash and credit card transactions, ensuring accuracy and providing excellent service
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in all areas of the restaurant, including condiment stations and workstations
- Demonstrated a strong knowledge of the menu and be able to answer customer inquiries
- Suggested menu items to enhance the customer's experience and increase sales
- Worked collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth operations and a positive work environment.
Receptionist
Premier Optometric Services
Springfield, VA
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information
- Resolved customer problems and complaints
- Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents
- Maintained visitor log for entering and leaving facility for security purposes
- Organized, maintained, and updated information in computer databases
- Operated Autorefractor and Tonometer machines to prepare patients for their visit.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts: Musical Theatre, Directing -
Marymount Manhattan College
05.2026
Advanced/Honors High School Diploma -
HSLDA/CHESS
05.2022
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Customer Service
- Telephone Skills
- Process Payments
- Database Administration
- Maintenance and Repair
- Activities Leadership
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Learning and Exploration
- Housekeeping
Certification
- CPR and First-Aid Certified
Timeline
Infant Nanny
Rebecca Murray (For Adelaide Murray)
11.2023 - 01.2024
Childcare Worker
Care.com Inc
05.2023 - Current
Stage Manager/Fight Captain
Stagedoor Productions
04.2022 - 08.2023
Nanny/Babysitter
Diane Greenbaum (For Jonah Greenbaum)
05.2021 - 08.2023
Virtual Instructor ("Circletime")
Joy Of Learning Montessori Classes And Tutoring
09.2020 - 06.2022
Team Member
Chick-fil-A
05.2020 - 03.2021
Receptionist
Premier Optometric Services
08.2019 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Fine Arts: Musical Theatre, Directing -
Marymount Manhattan College
Advanced/Honors High School Diploma -
HSLDA/CHESS
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