Jeremiah Barnes
Baltimore,MD
Summary
I am a high school graduate currently working as a lifeguard for Baltimore City Recreation and Parks. I am interested in employment that focuses on the political landscape of impoverished communities, sociology, and political science. During the course of my studies, I have held a number of jobs to finance my step into such a workplace.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Store clerk
7 Eleven
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Assisted in maintaining a welcoming store atmosphere by keeping common areas clean, well-lit, and inviting for customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
Chess teacher
Koinonia Baptist Church
- Created a safe space for collaboration and peer support among students during group activities and team-building exercises in the classroom.
- Expanded students'' understanding of chess concepts by incorporating historical context into lesson plans.
- Enhanced students'' strategic thinking by designing interactive chess lessons and activities.
YouthWorks
P-TECH at BCCC
Travel
Lifeguard
Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
Education
High school graduate dual-enrolled in Paul Laurence Dunbar High School and P-TECH at Baltimore City Community College
Skills
- Customer Service
- Patience and Empathy
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Reliability and punctuality
Employment
- Store clerk at 7 Eleven (Fall and winter of 2021)
- Lifeguard for Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks (2019 and 2020)
- Chess teacher at Koinonia Baptist Church (Summer of 2019)
- YouthWorks, P-TECH at BCCC (Summers of 2017 and 2018)
Extracurricular Activities
Thread program participant (2017 to present): Thread is a mentoring program for selected Baltimore City public school students, and follows them until they are 25 years old. I have utilized Thread to develop employment, networking and tutorial opportunities. Thread and SYTA Youth Foundation and Hemisphere Educational Tours trip to Birmingham, AL (2017) Chess club (2016-2017) Swim team (2017-2020)
Community Service
- Food drive assistant for Our Daily Bread (Thread program December 5, 2018)
- Login service provider (Commodore John Rodgers Elementary and Middle School 2013-2016)
References
Nikki Cobbs, 443-528-3435
Timeline
Lifeguard
Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks
01.2019 - 01.2020
Store clerk
7 Eleven
Chess teacher
Koinonia Baptist Church
YouthWorks
P-TECH at BCCC
Travel
High school graduate dual-enrolled in Paul Laurence Dunbar High School and P-TECH at Baltimore City Community College