Johnikka Wilson
Antioch,TN
Summary
Dedicated and passionate professional with a Bachelor's degree in Science from Middle Tennessee State University, specializing in Family and Consumer Studies with a minor in Psychology. Committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children. Currently employed as a Paraprofessional at Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools, gaining valuable experience providing staff support in educational and childcare settings. Skilled in working with children individually and in small groups, successfully delivering basic instruction in reading, writing, and math. Undertakes various education-related activities as assigned. The ultimate goal is to become a certified Teacher, with the current role serving as a stepping stone towards achieving this aspiration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Bakery Clerk
Publix
08.2024 - Current
- Helped customers locate ideal menu items by listening to needs and recommending specific products or services.
- Monitored counter and display inventory by replacing stock and requesting new products from kitchen to keep areas well-stocked for maximum sales.
- Decorated and merchandised quality bakery goods to build business reputation and revenue base.
- Trained new bakery staff on company policies and POS system use to maximize job satisfaction, expertise, and team performance.
Paraprofessional
MNPS Smith Spring Elementary
05.2020 - Current
- Special Education Paraprofessional works directly with a classroom teacher to assist with the implementation of supports and services provided
- Coaches and encourage students to actively engage in the process of learning and becoming more independent
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes
Sort Center Associate
Amazon Fulfillment Center BNA5
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Receive and put away inventory
- Get customer orders ready and pack them up
- Load boxes into trucks for shipment
- Use scanners to read bar codes on products
Paraprofessional/Teacher Aide
MNPS Promising Scholar
11.2020 - 08.2022
- Collaborate with classroom teachers and provide strategies and support to engage students in instruction
- Review students' work/tasks, provide feedback in collaboration with the teacher and student/class needs
- Help support accommodations and individual strategies to help students with engagement
Personal Shopper
Walmart
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing
- Consulted with customers on food selections and custom order requests
Electronics Sales Associate
Walmart
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Applied knowledge of electronics products to educate prospects and customers
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers
- Displayed merchandise by arranging in appealing ways to boost sales
Internship Student
MTSU ACE Learning Center
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities
- Assist main teacher with the children in the classroom
- Teaching students to use their five domain of development: Cognitive, Social-Emotional, Language, Fine and Gross motor
Bookstacks
MTSU Walker Library
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Train staff members, students, and faculty on the use of library technology
- Checking and out while renewing library materials using Sierra
Paraprofessional/Teacher's Aide
MNPS Wright Middle School
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Special Education Paraprofessional works directly with a classroom teacher to assist with the implementation of supports and services provided
- Coaches and encourage students to actively engage in the process of learning and becoming more independent
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes
Frontline Member Associate
Sam's Club
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply
- Increased efficiency and performance by monitoring team member productivity and providing feedback
- Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures
Teacher
Tom Joy Head Start
08.2020 - 05.2020
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals
Lead Teacher/Assistant Director
Gartland Child Development Center
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent the spreading of germs
- Promoted good behavior with positive reinforcement methods
Cashier
Nashville Sounds
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes
Education
Bachelor's degree - Family and Consumer Studies, Psychology
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05.2020
High school or equivalent - Sports Medicine
Maplewood High School
Nashville, TN05.2015
Skills
- Teaching
- Computer skills
- Customer service
- Organized
- Library Service
Timeline
Bakery Clerk
Publix
08.2024 - Current
Sort Center Associate
Amazon Fulfillment Center BNA5
05.2022 - 06.2024
Paraprofessional/Teacher Aide
MNPS Promising Scholar
11.2020 - 08.2022
Teacher
Tom Joy Head Start
08.2020 - 05.2020
Paraprofessional/Teacher's Aide
MNPS Wright Middle School
06.2020 - 10.2020
Paraprofessional
MNPS Smith Spring Elementary
05.2020 - Current
Personal Shopper
Walmart
05.2020 - 12.2020
Electronics Sales Associate
Walmart
05.2020 - 12.2020
Internship Student
MTSU ACE Learning Center
05.2020 - 12.2020
Bookstacks
MTSU Walker Library
05.2020 - 12.2020
Frontline Member Associate
Sam's Club
05.2018 - 06.2020
Lead Teacher/Assistant Director
Gartland Child Development Center
05.2015 - 05.2018
Cashier
Nashville Sounds
05.2015 - 05.2018
Bachelor's degree - Family and Consumer Studies, Psychology
Middle Tennessee State University
High school or equivalent - Sports Medicine
Maplewood High School