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Layla Whitfield

Benton Harbor,MI

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. In school studying to become a dental assist.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Toddler Teacher

Stevensville United Methodist Church
06.2023 - Current
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies

Party Coordinator

YMCA
06.2021 - Current
  • Consulted with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
  • Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
  • Designed and implemented efforts to publicize events and promote sponsorships.

Teacher's Assistant

Great Lakes Montessori
02.2022 - 05.2023
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
  • Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.

Child Watch Attendant

YMCA Daycare
06.2021 - 02.2022
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
  • Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.

Sales Associate

TJX Companies
06.2018 - 03.2020
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.

Education

General Education

Lake Michigan College
Benton Harbor, MI
05.2024

High School Diploma -

Berrien Springs High School
Berrien Springs, MI
06.2021

Skills

  • Child CPR
  • Classroom Integration
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Time Management
  • Customer Service

Timeline

Lead Toddler Teacher

Stevensville United Methodist Church
06.2023 - Current

Teacher's Assistant

Great Lakes Montessori
02.2022 - 05.2023

Party Coordinator

YMCA
06.2021 - Current

Child Watch Attendant

YMCA Daycare
06.2021 - 02.2022

Sales Associate

TJX Companies
06.2018 - 03.2020

General Education

Lake Michigan College

High School Diploma -

Berrien Springs High School

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