Jacquail Hughes
Chesapeake,United States
Summary
Dedicated early childhood educator with over twelve years of experience developing engaging learning activities that foster social, emotional, and cognitive growth. Proven ability to create safe and inclusive environments that support children's development and well-being. Strong communication and interpersonal skills facilitate effective relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Experienced Youth Program Leader specializing in program development, behavioral management, and community outreach, ensuring positive youth engagement and successful program outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Child & Youth Program Leader (Educational Technician)
Oceana Youth Center
02.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging educational activities for children and youth.
- Assisted in developing individualized education plans to support academic and social-emotional growth.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to assess student progress and recommend developmental strategies.
- Monitored student behavior and documented progress, providing actionable feedback for continuous learning.
- Organized and supervised field trips, special events, and extracurricular activities to enrich learning experiences.
- Ensured safe, inclusive learning environments by incorporating best practices for child development.
Direct Support Professional
Circle of Friends
03.2015 - Current
- Delivered direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Performed personal care tasks, including hygiene assistance, feeding, and ambulation support.
- Fostered positive relationships between caretakers and clients to enhance trust.
- Ensured client safety by maintaining a secure environment at all times.
- Assisted clients with self-administration of medications following proper training.
- Reported changes in client condition or family situations to supervisors promptly.
- Documented services provided and maintained accurate client progress records.
- Implemented and monitored individualized care plans to promote client independence.
Special Needs Teacher Assistant
Suffolk Public Schools
01.2017 - 02.2020
- Supported lead teacher in developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one guidance to students with disabilities in classroom settings.
- Collaborated with education professionals and parents to enhance students' academic and social outcomes.
- Employed creative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Monitored and documented student progress, behavior, and development to identify improvements and challenges.
Site Director and Stay & Play
Young Men's Christian Association
03.2015 - 08.2017
- Lead a team of childcare providers in planning and executing a variety of engaging activities for children enrolled in the Stay & Play program.
- Collaborate with parents, staff, and other stakeholders to create a supportive and inclusive environment for children to learn and play.
- Oversee daily operations, including scheduling, budgeting, and inventory management, to ensure efficient and effective program delivery.
- Evaluate program performance and make recommendations for continuous improvement to provide the highest quality care for children.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA06-2025
Associate's of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education and Care
Tidewater Community College
Portsmouth, Va05.2016
Diploma -
Woodrow Wilson High School
Portsmouth, Va06.2009
Skills
- Medication administration training
- First aid and CPR
- Virtual lab school certification
- Certified in rectal procedures
- Classroom management strategies
- Parent communication skills
- Diversity and inclusion practices
- Partnership development
- Early childhood education expertise
- Collaborative teamwork
- Goal-setting techniques
References
- Lisa Bowers, Professional, 757-334-0514, 03/2015
- Jasmin Roundtree, Professional, 757-401-5723, 02/2022
- Andre Small, Professional, 773-449-0016 09/2012
Timeline
Child & Youth Program Leader (Educational Technician)
Oceana Youth Center
02.2022 - Current
Special Needs Teacher Assistant
Suffolk Public Schools
01.2017 - 02.2020
Direct Support Professional
Circle of Friends
03.2015 - Current
Site Director and Stay & Play
Young Men's Christian Association
03.2015 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Associate's of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education and Care
Tidewater Community College
Diploma -
Woodrow Wilson High School
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