Kiaya Celestine
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with extensive experience in childcare, education, and medical assisting. Skilled in leading engaging recreational and educational activities, supporting classroom management, and balancing schedules to promote both learning and play. Adept at building strong, trusting relationships with children, parents, colleagues, and patients through exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Brings proven ability to manage diverse priorities with strong organizational and multitasking skills, ensuring safe, nurturing, and efficient environments. Committed to delivering the highest level of care, maintaining regulatory standards, and fostering positive growth and development in every setting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2028
2028
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Teacher Assistant
Bellevue Hospital
Manhattan, New York
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers in preparing and organizing instructional materials, including textbooks and handouts.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom and intervened when necessary.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
Medical Assistant Intern
Landmark urban healthcare
Brooklyn, NY
08.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted healthcare professionals with patient examinations and medical procedures.
- Prepared and organized patient charts for efficient office workflow.
- Collected patient information and documented medical histories accurately.
- Administered basic medical tests and recorded vital signs promptly.
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed scheduling effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and equipment.
- Provided administrative support to the medical staff, such as filing paperwork, answering phones and greeting visitors.
- Performed patient intake duties, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
Private Nanny
Private Family Client
New York, New York
06.2020 - 05.2024
- Organized and planned a variety of activities to stimulate physical, mental and emotional growth for the children.
- Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
- Maintained a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in their home.
- Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
- Prepared meals according to dietary needs of the family's children.
- Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
- Engaged in creative play with the children such as reading stories, playing games or drawing pictures.
- Managed household duties including laundry, grocery shopping or light housekeeping tasks when necessary.
- Transported the children safely to appointments, social engagements or recreational activities.
- Instructed proper hygiene habits such as brushing teeth or washing hands before meals.
- Monitored behavior of the children to enforce appropriate conduct standards set by parents.
- Developed an understanding of each child's individual strengths and weaknesses.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
City College of New York
New York, NYClinical Medical Assistant(CCMA) -
Stepful
New York, NY 12.2024 - 08.2025
Skills
- Literacy strategies
- First-aid and CPR
- Instructional Materials Preparation
- Child development knowledge
- Lesson Planning
- Early Childhood Development
- Classroom management
- Child development
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Safety awareness
- Patient care
- Medical terminology
- Healthcare administration
- Data entry
- Communication skills
- Basic life support
- Scheduling appointments
- Medical records management
Timeline
Medical Assistant Intern
Landmark urban healthcare
08.2025 - 08.2025
Clinical Medical Assistant(CCMA) -
Stepful
12.2024 - 08.2025
Certified Teacher Assistant
Bellevue Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Private Nanny
Private Family Client
06.2020 - 05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Radiology
City College of New York