Jayla Samuel
Stockbridge,GA
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience as an Assistant Teacher at New Faith Early Learning Center, excelling in behavior management and parent-teacher communication. Proven ability to enhance student support and foster a positive learning environment, resulting in improved academic performance. Strong organizational skills and a commitment to developing effective teaching strategies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
New Faith Early Learning Center
02.2025 - Current
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
Footlocker Associate
Foot Locker
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels were maintained.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating effective communication across departments and teams.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining communication and implementing efficient project management tools.
- Played an integral role in launching successful projects by coordinating tasks among team members while adhering closely to established timelines and budgets.
- Optimized departmental processes with the implementation of innovative strategies, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced costs.
- Exceeded sales targets consistently by employing strategic selling techniques and building long-lasting relationships with clients.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering an inclusive work environment that encouraged collaboration and innovation.
- Improved project delivery times with implementation of streamlined communication strategy.
- Enhanced customer loyalty programs, analyzing customer feedback for continuous improvement.
- Reduced employee turnover by developing comprehensive employee engagement program.
Nursing Student
Southern Crescent Technical College
05.2020 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols and maintaining proper sanitation procedures.
- Participated in skills lab simulations to further develop nursing skills.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
- Developed strong organizational skills through careful management of multiple patient assignments and competing priorities during clinical rotations.
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance with daily living activities and effectively communicating with healthcare team members.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and empathetic communication during challenging situations.
- Effectively communicated with diverse populations of patients using active listening skills and empathy to build rapport during interactions.
- Maintained personal growth and development through ongoing process of formal and informal education.
- Developed strong time management skills through effective prioritization of tasks, allowing for increased efficiency in the workplace.
PCA
First Corinthians
Stockbridge, GA
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting.
PCA
Health Source Agency
Stockbridge, GA
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
- Promoted social interaction among residents within a long-term care facility which enhanced overall quality of life.
Apple Technician
Apple
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Installed software updates to optimize device performance and security measures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes, increasing overall efficiency within the workplace.
- Handled customer inquiries professionally, addressing concerns promptly while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient technical support for Apple products.
- Delivered comprehensive training sessions to new technicians, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Conducted diagnostic tests to identify and address technical problems accurately and efficiently.
- Developed personalized solutions based on individual client needs which led to higher rates of repeat business.
Education
AS In Nursing Degree, Health Care Management -
Southern Crescent Technical College
Griffin, GALocust Grove High School
3275 S Ola Rd Locust Grove, GA 30248 United State05.2023
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Oral communication
- Lesson planning
- Small group instruction
- Learning support
- Skills development
- Teaching strategies
- Safe learning environment
- Classroom restocking
- Parent and caregiver relations
- Problem-solving
- Relationship building
- Organizational skills
- Positive learning environment
- Classroom management
- Co-teaching and Co-planning
- Student support
- Patient assessments
- Infection control standards
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Catheter care
- Medical documentation
- Self-reflection
- Patient feeding
- Medical records management
- Basic nursing care
- Medical chart management
- Type EMR software
- Critical thinking
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Clear patient communication
- Patient care assessment
- Infection control
- First aid
- Home care
- Patient examination
- Vitals monitoring
- Cash handling
- Professional attitude
- Food handling
- Order taking
- Cleanliness standards
- Menu memorization
- Safe food handling
- Relationship management
- Food station setup
- Table setting
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavioral management
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
- HIPAA compliance
- Meal preparation
- End-of-life care
- Daily living assistance
- Safety awareness
- Medication reminders
- Patient documentation
- Family support
- Feeding assistance
- CPR certification
- Basic life support
- Patient observation
- Patient services
- Wound care
- Infection prevention
- Healthy meal preparation
- Qualified in patient transport
- Inventory management
- Store opening and closing
- Customer service
- Customer assistance
- Attention to detail focus
- Organization
- Problem-solving acumen
- Team collaboration
- Active listening techniques
- Team leadership
- Payment processing
- Cleaning and sanitization
- Housekeeping
- Bathroom sanitation
- Kitchen cleaning
- Floor cleaning
- Glass cleaning
- Deep cleaning expertise
- Clothes laundering
- Window cleaning
- Childcare assistance
- Floor sweeping
- Packing and unpacking
- Ironing clothes
- Restocking supplies
- Laundry cleaning
- Home safety management
- Teamwork
- Vacuuming and sweeping
- Mopping and sweeping
- Cleaning bathrooms
- Vacuuming
Certification
CPR 4/10/25-04/2027
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
New Faith Early Learning Center
02.2025 - Current
PCA
First Corinthians
01.2024 - 05.2025
PCA
Health Source Agency
01.2024 - 10.2024
Footlocker Associate
Foot Locker
06.2022 - 08.2023
Nursing Student
Southern Crescent Technical College
05.2020 - Current
Apple Technician
Apple
01.2019 - 02.2020
AS In Nursing Degree, Health Care Management -
Southern Crescent Technical College
Locust Grove High School