Keyaira Faison
Hampton,VA
Summary
Motivated Chemistry Pre-Med student at Norfolk State University and Dozoretz National Institute for Mathematics and Applied Sciences (DNIMAS), full-ride scholar with a strong academic foundation and demonstrated leadership experience. Skilled in research, academic tutoring, and scientific communication, with hands-on training as a Certified Medical Assistant. Proven ability to balance rigorous coursework with professional responsibilities as a Shift Leader and Key Holder, while contributing to educational initiatives through curriculum support and student mentorship. Passionate about service, mental health advocacy, and pursuing a career in medicine that combines compassion, discipline, and lifelong learning.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biology Anchor Charts Coordinator
Hampton City Schools
06.2023 - Current
- Construct Biology curriculums for high school students, integrating visual graphics, informative summaries, and complementary worksheets for hands-on practice.
Shift Leader and Key holder
Tropical Smoothie
Hampton, USA
04.2022 - Current
- Supervised team during peak shifts to optimize service efficiency.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and customer service protocols.
- Handled customer complaints with professionalism and effective resolution strategies.
- Verified accuracy of cash drawer balances during opening and closing procedures.
- Delegated tasks to staff to maintain an organized and productive work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry Pre-Med Major
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA01.2028
High School Diploma -
Bethel High School
Hampton, VA01.2024
Skills
- Laboratory techniques
- Curriculum development
- Team leadership
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Time management
Certification
• CPR, 2025
• Research skills, 2025
• Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, 2025
• Concussion, 2025
• Sudden Cardiac Arrest, 2025
• Reading and Learning Strategies, 2025
• Test Taking tips, 2025
• Certified Medical Assistant, 2024
• Research skills, 2025
• Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, 2025
• Concussion, 2025
• Sudden Cardiac Arrest, 2025
• Reading and Learning Strategies, 2025
• Test Taking tips, 2025
• Certified Medical Assistant, 2024
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Awards
- Academic Excellence Award For Maintaining CGPA Of 4.0+, 2022-2023 Track Banquet
- Accepted into all 22 colleges with over $800,000 in scholarships, 2024
- Granted the Dozoretz National Institute for Mathematics And Applied Sciences Full Ride Scholarship at Norfolk State University, 2024
- Princess Tiana Scholarship Recipient for Norfolk States Queen In You Chapter, 2025
- Norfolk State University Dean's List Academic Achievement, Fall 2024
Community Service
- 12 hrs, Norfolk State University Orientation Check-In (Norfolk State University), 2019
- 2 hrs Breast Cancer Awareness community clean up (Bethel High School), 2021
- 10 hrs, Girls Summit (Bethel High School), 2023
- 1 hr, Mental Health Fair (6 Mount Zion church), 2023
- 28.5hrs, Summer Bridge mentor for incoming freshmen (Bethel High School), 2023
- 2hrs, STEM Day (Norfolk State University) , Fall 2024
- 3hrs, Served as a Chemistry 231 & 232 Tutor For the Epsilon Pi Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity (Norfolk State University), Spring 2025
- 1hr, Served on an Advisory Board for CBD College In California (Online) Fall 10/21/2025
- 2hrs, Homecoming Campus Clean up (Norfolk State University), Fall 10/26/2025
- 6hrs, Highschool Visit Day (Norfolk State University), Fall 11/13/2025
- 1hr, Red Cross Blood Drive Greeter/Check-In (Norfolk State University), Fall 11/13/2025
- 9hrs, Served as a volunteer for the week period (Norfolk)11/17-11/20 at 757.wecare
Projects
Summer Business Institute Group Leader, Mental Health and Well-being Advocate, 2022 & 2023 Designated Ceremony Lead for Hampton City Schools, 2023 MY FUTURE MY JOURNEY Coordinator For Incoming Highschool Freshmen
Activities
- Church every Sunday, First Baptist church, 229 King Street, Hampton, VA
- Volunteer at the Nursing Home, where my great grandmother stays, 1030 Topping lane, Hampton, VA
- Inducted into the Organization Queen In You, Fall 2025
- Student Ambassador In Training, Fall 2025
Timeline
Biology Anchor Charts Coordinator
Hampton City Schools
06.2023 - Current
Shift Leader and Key holder
Tropical Smoothie
04.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry Pre-Med Major
Norfolk State University
High School Diploma -
Bethel High School