Jescie Fontenot
Ozark
Summary
Compassionate Child and Youth Program Assistant known for highly productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in behavior management, program development, and educational support. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to foster positive environments and support child development.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Child and youth program assistant
Fort Rucker Child Development Center
Fort Rucker
07.2025 - Current
- Coordinated planning and organization of engaging activities for children and youth programs.
- Facilitated implementation of educational and recreational activities to promote learning and development.
- Ensured safe and clean environment for children, enhancing overall program experience.
- Monitored children's behavior and provided guidance.
- Engaged children in creative play and learning experiences daily.
- Communicated effectively with parents about program schedules and activities.
- Created a safe environment where children can express themselves freely.
- Complied with all rules, regulations and procedures by providing committed and dedicated care, supervision, and assistance to program children and youth.
T-shirt maker
Mason and Grace
Ozark
09.2022 - 03.2025
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Pre-K/Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Harvest Christian school
Ozark
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Engaged children through play-based learning and interactive group activities.
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce learning concepts and skills.
- Supported student development by monitoring behavior and providing guidance.
- Assisted lead teacher in daily classroom activities and lesson preparations.
- Communicated effectively with parents about student progress and classroom events.
- Helped manage classroom schedules and transitions between activities smoothly.
- Organized classroom materials and maintained a clean, safe environment.
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
Barista
Loose Brick coffee shop
Ozark
11.2020 - 08.2023
- Prepared high-quality coffee beverages according to established recipes and standards.
- Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
- Assisted customers with product selections and provided excellent service experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the coffee shop environment daily.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed throughout the day.
- Handled cash register operations, processing transactions accurately and quickly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during peak hours.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
George C Wallace Community College
Dothan, AL 08.2021 - 12.2023
Harvest Christian School
Ozark, ALSkills
- Activity planning
- Behavior management
- Educational programming
- Child supervision
- Team collaboration
- Task organization
- Effective communication
- Patience and empathy
- Issue resolution
Certification
- CPR
- First aid
- Nutritional awareness
- Problematic behaviors
Affiliations
- I enjoy reading, spending time with my family, and anything outdoors. I am the children’s church teacher at my church. And I volunteer at my local teen center.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Child and youth program assistant
Fort Rucker Child Development Center
07.2025 - Current
T-shirt maker
Mason and Grace
09.2022 - 03.2025
Pre-K/Kindergarten Teacher's Assistant
Harvest Christian school
08.2021 - 05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
George C Wallace Community College
08.2021 - 12.2023
Barista
Loose Brick coffee shop
11.2020 - 08.2023
Harvest Christian School