Ja’Niya Donaldson
Seattle,WA
Summary
To obtain a position in a cooperation where one can utilize multitasking, communication and leadership skills in order to be effective, and help people in need in the workplace. Dedicated to helping youth of all backgrounds broaden understanding and improve prospects. Supports educational, emotional and behavioral needs through activities, entertainment, and academic assistance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Assistant
Seattle Public Schools
12.2023 - Current
- Assisting the main teacher through social and academic practices
- Caring for elementary students physically, socially and emotionally.
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Managed crisis situations calmly, maintaining safety protocols while supporting the emotional well-being of affected students during challenging moments within the school day.
- Built trust and rapport with students through positive reinforcement and strong communication skills.
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one support and small group instruction.
- Enhanced student learning by adapting instructional strategies to individual needs.
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club
04.2023 - Current
- Provided support and guidance to youth, helping them overcome personal challenges and achieve their goals.
- Promoted positive behavior among youth by modeling healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
- Assisted with educational needs through tutoring and homework assistance.
Lead Infant Teacher
Bright Horizons
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Expanding my children’s development while teaching with care and fun
- Building high quality education and care to fit the lives of my children
- Using the infant program to design a safe fun space while taking care of the infants throughout the day
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
- Boosted communication skills among infants through engaging storytelling and song sessions.
- Contributed to the emotional growth of infants by providing consistent support, care, and encouragement.
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
Front Desk Andrology Lab
Seattle Reproductive Medicine
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Checking in patients in need of fertility concerns
- Managing appointments, insurances, etc
- Dealing with specimen and semen samples in a productive and organized manner.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary teams, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing and data entry procedures.
- Educated patients on sample collection procedures, ensuring accurate test results through proper technique adherence.
- Improved patient care by accurately performing semen analyses and reporting results in a timely manner.
Assistant Infant Teacher
Bright Horizons
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Expanding my children’s development while teaching with care and fun
- Building high quality education and care to fit the lives of my children
- Using the infant program to design a safe fun space while taking care of the infants throughout the day.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Front Office Representative
HealthPoint
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Greeting patients of the community while guiding them to their desired need for their health
- Registering patients, making appointments for COVID test.
- Answered multi-line phone system and forwarded calls to appropriate individuals.
- Managed office supplies by conducting daily inventory counts and maintaining coffee, drinks, and snacks in office.
- Streamlined check-in and check-out processes for improved efficiency and guest experience.
- Composed and processed routine e-mail correspondence.
Barista
Starbucks
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Working as a member to grow and share the love of coffee
- Satisfying customers in every way I could, inside and outside of beverages.
Vinson Brothers Intern
Vinson Brother Cooperation
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Working in an office scheduling, filings, and taking calls regarding truck drivers and businesses in need wanting to partner up.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Assistant
Pink Butterfly Daycare
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Used multitasking skills to do housework while monitoring children
- Built relationships with children and encouraged learning while also having fun
- Applied household skills to the daycare in order to help form a better environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood & Family Studies
University Of Washington
Seattle, WA06.2023
High School Diploma -
Rainier Beach High School
Seattle, WA06.2019
Skills
- Professional
- Positive
- Organization
- Time management
- Multi-tasking
- Life Skills Teaching
- Classroom Management
- Driven
Involvement
- Rainier Beach High School Cheer Captain
- Rainier Beach High School ASB Secretary
- Rainier Beach High School Student Athletic Council
- Washington Rhinestone Debutante
- College Success Foundation
- Integrity Church Backpack Giveaway, Seattle
- Memorial Stadium Sales
- Urban League STEM University Summer Program
- Seattle Children’s Nursing Camp
- WE Day Seattle Crowd Pumper
- Rainier Beach High School Black Student Union Member
- College Bound Scholar
- Rainier Beach High School Fashion Club
- Northwest Tap Connection Ticket Seller
- University of Washington Black Student Union
- University of Washington Dream Project
- Detective Cookie Chess Club Volunteer
- Northwest Prodigy Basketball Volunteer
- Cheer Coach
- Black Student Union Organizer
Awards
- 2012: Presidential Award
- 2015: Seymour Kaplan Humanitarian Award
- 2015-2018: RBHS Academic Achievement Award
- 2016-2018: College Bound Scholar Award
- 2017: Link Scholars Achievement Award
- 2016-2017: College Success Foundation Hero Scholar Award
- Dona K Scholarship Award
- 2020: Bachelors Degree
Timeline
Special Education Assistant
Seattle Public Schools
12.2023 - Current
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club
04.2023 - Current
Lead Infant Teacher
Bright Horizons
03.2023 - 12.2023
Front Desk Andrology Lab
Seattle Reproductive Medicine
12.2021 - 03.2023
Assistant Infant Teacher
Bright Horizons
04.2021 - 12.2021
Front Office Representative
HealthPoint
08.2020 - 04.2021
Barista
Starbucks
01.2019 - 08.2020
Vinson Brothers Intern
Vinson Brother Cooperation
01.2018 - 01.2019
Assistant
Pink Butterfly Daycare
01.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood & Family Studies
University Of Washington
High School Diploma -
Rainier Beach High School
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