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Kira Brinton

Austin,TX

Summary

I am a dedicated and empathetic professional with extensive experience in providing childcare, mentorship, and support in diverse educational and community settings. I am ready to leverage these skills to adapt and excel in new and challenging situations while fostering positive relationships and promoting the well-being and development of individuals in any setting.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Babysitting/Nannying

Care
Austin, TX
01.2018 - Current
  • Provide attentive and nurturing care for children, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
  • Engage children in stimulating and educational activities to promote cognitive, social, and emotional development.
  • Demonstrate reliability and trustworthiness in all interactions with the family.

Social Emotional Learning Intern

Austin Discovery School
Austin, TX
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Assisted students in resolving conflicts and navigating interpersonal challenges in a constructive and respectful manner, emphasizing empathy, mindfulness, and communication skills.
  • Supported students in the SEL room (called "Restore") when they would come in after being overwhelmed/overstimulated in class.
  • Actively participated in classroom activities by observing students behaviors and interactions while providing supportive assistance as needed.

Classroom Support Volunteer

Busy Bee Montessori Nursery School
Johannesburg, South Africa
02.2017 - 08.2018
  • Offered guidance and support to students as they engaged in self-directed learning activities.
  • Observed student behavior, noting areas of strength, and areas that needed improvement, and communicated findings to teachers.
  • Collaborated with teachers and other volunteers to create a positive and inclusive learning environment that met the diverse needs of all the students.

Youth Mentor Volunteer

Kliptown Youth Program
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Mentoring and Support: Provided guidance, mentorship, and emotional support to youth participants in the program.
  • Tutoring and Academic Support: Assisted with homework and held tutoring sessions.
  • Fundraising and Outreach: Supported fundraising efforts by participating in events, and aiding in planning outreach projects.

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling

St Edward's University
Austin, TX
05-2025

Master of Science - Psychology

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
05-2022

Skills

  • Communication Skills
  • Collaboration
  • Documentation and Record-Keeping
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Self Care and Stress Management
  • Cultural Awareness

Timeline

Social Emotional Learning Intern

Austin Discovery School
01.2022 - 05.2022

Babysitting/Nannying

Care
01.2018 - Current

Classroom Support Volunteer

Busy Bee Montessori Nursery School
02.2017 - 08.2018

Youth Mentor Volunteer

Kliptown Youth Program
01.2016 - 01.2018

Master of Arts - Counseling

St Edward's University

Master of Science - Psychology

Texas State University

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