Kierra Gamble
Locust Grove,VA
Summary
I am a compassionate, energetic, and determined professional with over 10 years of experience supporting child development, physical activity, and wellness. Experienced in therapeutic communication, sensory-based play, behavior support strategies, and building rapport with clients. Brings strong initiative, leadership experience, and a passion for improving quality of life through therapeutic and client-centered care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
03.2025 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
02.2025 - Current
- Implement behavior plans to support skill development
- Record session data, document progress, and maintain treatment accuracy
Corporate and Private Yoga Instructor
06.2020 - 01.2024
- Led group classes in both educational and community settings
- Provide mobility, flexibility and strength private sessions for individuals and groups.
- Provide free individual and group yoga classes.
Children’s Fitness Teacher/Director
My Gym
Manassas, VA
08.2017 - 01.2024
- Promoted from Teacher to gym Director based on performance and leadership
- Worked with kids between the ages of 4 months and 11 years.
- Facilitated fun, fitness-centered classes that supports fine/gross motor development, balance, strength, coordination and flexibility
- Led structured group activities to support social, cognitive, and sensory skills
- Communicated effectively with parents and individualized participant support
- Oversaw daily operations, all coordinator positions, scheduling and staff training
- Led hiring, onboarding and performance development for new employees
- Coordinated birthday events and Preschool prep activities
- Maintained compliance and safety
- Created a welcoming and positive environment and team morale
Children’s Program Coordinator
Unity Works
Manassas, VA
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Coordinated various indoor and outdoor activities for children in need.
Childcare Provider (Nanny/ Babysitter)
Multiple Families
Northern Virginia
01.2011 - 01.2019
- Provided daytime, evening and occasional overnight care for children ages 2 months-11 years of age
- Supported developmental routines including feeding, bottle prep, diapering, potty training, naptime schedules and fine/gross motor play
- Implemented activities that were age-appropriate, promoted social, cognitive, and sensory engagement
- Communicated daily updates to parents while maintaining a safe, fun and clean environment
- Prepared meals/ snacks and performed light housekeeping as needed
Physical Therapy Assistant (Intern)
ACE Physical Therapy
Fairfax, VA
06.2015 - 01.2017
- Provided limited physical therapy services.
- Assisted the Physical Therapist with the general treatment of patients.
Education
Associates Degree - General Studies
Northern VA Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
St. Catherine University
High School Diploma - undefined
Osbourn High School
Skills
- Therapeutic Communication
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Documentation and session data tracking
Certification
- Yoga RYT 200 hours – 2019-01
- Registered Behavior Technician 2024-11
- First Aid CPR AED 2025-05 - 2027-05
- Basic Life Support (BLS) 2025-08 - 2027-08
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
03.2025 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
02.2025 - Current
Corporate and Private Yoga Instructor
06.2020 - 01.2024
Children’s Program Coordinator
Unity Works
07.2019 - 01.2021
Children’s Fitness Teacher/Director
My Gym
08.2017 - 01.2024
Physical Therapy Assistant (Intern)
ACE Physical Therapy
06.2015 - 01.2017
Childcare Provider (Nanny/ Babysitter)
Multiple Families
01.2011 - 01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
St. Catherine University
High School Diploma - undefined
Osbourn High School
Associates Degree - General Studies
Northern VA Community College