La Yonna Collins
Newnan,GA
Summary
Motivated student pursuing fall 2025 traineeship focused on youth development and educational support. Proficient in communication, safety protocols, and teamwork, with experience in promoting positive learning environments and guiding student growth.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
The Caterpillar House ELC
Newnan, USA
10.2024 - Current
- Delivered understanding and patient support to children promoting a positive and supporting environment.
- Exercised effective communication and interpersonal skills to set up strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Completed CPR and First Aid certification within 6 weeks, proving dedication to acquire safety skills.
- Supported children in developing social skills through group play and interaction.
- Facilitated a safe and engaging learning environment for young children.
Work Based Learning
Newnan High School
Newnan, USA
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Accomplished Job-specific skills, Learning classroom management, problem solving and communication skills.
- Prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Psychology
University of West Georgia
Newnan, GA05.2029
High School Diploma -
Newnan High School
Newnan, GA05.2025
Skills
- Fluent in French, with strong intercultural communication skills
- CPR certified and First Aid certified (valid through 2026)
- Knowledgeable in child development and early learning stages
- Experienced in maintaining safe, structured classroom environments
- Skilled communicator with students, peers, and mentors
Accomplishments
- Graduated with Honors
- 3.5 GPA
Involvement Experience
- Track, Sprinter, Newnan High School, Newnan, GA, 02/22, 04/22, Competed in track events honing skills in sprinting, pacing, and athletic performance., Proved reliability and determination by arriving promptly to practice and completing each session.
- Work Based Learning, Newnan, GA, 01/25, 05/25, Accomplished job-specific skills, learning classroom management, problem solving and communication skills., Prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
- Food Nutrition and Wellness, Newnan, GA, 04/25, Creating balanced meals, learning to plan meals that include variety of food groups., Addressing unhealthy eating habits, teaching healthy habits and eating behaviors.
Timeline
Work Based Learning
Newnan High School
01.2025 - 05.2025
Assistant Teacher
The Caterpillar House ELC
10.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Psychology
University of West Georgia
High School Diploma -
Newnan High School