J'RAEL BETHEA
Brunswick,GA
Summary
Dedicated Youth Development Professional and Paraprofessional with over 8 years of experience in fostering environments that encourage growth, learning, and safety for students. Possesses a robust skill set including CPR/First-aid certification, classroom management, and innovative program planning, aimed at enhancing educational and developmental programs. Committed to leveraging expertise in group supervision and problem-solving to contribute to the future success of educational institutions.
Fun Activity Coordinator with a natural gift in developing routines and activities for children of all different ages and backgrounds. Trained in crisis prevention and childcare. Expertise in monitoring children's activities and behaviors. Committed to maintaining a safe and clean learning environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Coordinator
Morningstar Children And Family Services
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed customized activity plans for diverse groups, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for all participants.
- Maintained and ordered supplies for activities.
- Coordinated special events like holiday parties or themed days that fostered a sense of community among participants.
- Maintained open lines of communication between staff members to ensure seamless coordination of all aspects of the programming process.
- Cultivated a positive atmosphere by consistently demonstrating enthusiasm and dedication throughout all interactions with staff, volunteers, and participants.
Paraprofessional
Glynn County School System
02.2020 - 04.2023
- Helped organize planned lesson plans and activities
- Mentored students who needed help
- Ran P.E. by myself when teacher was absent
- Helped out in classrooms when needed
- Established and enforced rules for behavior
- Helped with disciplinary issues throughout the school. For teachers and administrators.
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club
12.2015 - 02.2020
- Worked for the Boys & Girls Club for 4 years
- Provided homework help and tutoring in specific subjects
- Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among class of 15-25 students
- Kept youth safe and secure at facility and in public
- Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking
- Coached Coed Basketball & Flag Football for the organization
- I volunteer at my church's Youth Center
- I'm good with one on one talks with kids of all ages
- I've also volunteered to coach basketball at the county recreation
- Sometimes help run/supervise the club when needed
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
The True Institute
Brunswick, GA05.2013
Skills
- CPR/First-aid certified
- Skill building support
- Effectively work with parents
- Classroom management
- Group supervision
- Problem-solving
- Program management
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Active participation in [Groups or events]
- Interactive teaching/learning
- Program planning
- One on one talks
- Encouraging kids
- Childcare experience
- Activity planning experience
- Resident support
- Sports coaching
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Coaching and mentoring
- Crowd control
- Professionalism
Timeline
Activity Coordinator
Morningstar Children And Family Services
04.2024 - 05.2025
Paraprofessional
Glynn County School System
02.2020 - 04.2023
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club
12.2015 - 02.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
The True Institute
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