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Makaila Reed

Makaila Reed

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Motivated and service-driven Health Science major at Spelman College, currently seeking a Bachelor's degree on the Pre-Med track with extensive leadership, volunteer, and nonprofit experience. Founder and President of Tiny Tummy Trust, dedicated to addressing childhood food insecurity through community outreach and wellness programming. Skilled in pediatric care, special education support, and youth mentorship, with a strong foundation in cross-cultural engagement through global study. Passionate about advancing children's health and well-being, with a long-term goal of becoming a Pediatric Psychiatrist.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavior Technician

Autism Therapy Llc.
05.2025 - Current
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans to support individual learning and development.
  • Assisted in collecting and analyzing data on client progress during therapy sessions.
  • Facilitated social skills training to enhance client interactions and communication abilities.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistent behavioral strategies across settings.

Dance Teacher

All That & Jazz
01.2019 - Current
  • Fostered a positive learning environment, encouraging student creativity and boosting participation in dance classes.

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Colgan High School
08.2020 - 06.2024
  • Assisted teachers in developing individualized education plans, enhancing student engagement and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Education

Bachelor's Degree -

Spelman College
Atlanta, GA
06.2028

Charles J. Colgan High School
Manassas, VA
05.2024

Skills

  • Leadership, Teaching, Dance, Choreography, Mentoring, Organization, Communication, Empathy, Adaptability, Creativity, Time Management, Teamwork
  • Active listening
  • Data collection
  • Documentation skills
  • Prompting and fading strategies
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Behavior treatment plans

Accomplishments

  • Academic Excellence Award from Virginia House of Delegates (2022)
  • Academic Letter Award (2020-2024)
  • Nominated for The Congress of Future Medical Leaders (2022)
  • National Honor Society (2022)
  • National Honor Society for Dance Arts Officer (2021)
  • Honor Roll (2020-present)
  • Center for Fine and Performing Arts Dance Captain (2021-2023)
  • Center for Fine and Performing Arts Dance Director of New Media (2023-present)
  • National Academy of Future Physicians Delegate (2023)
  • Academic Excellence Award (2024)
  • National Society of Collegiate Scholars (2025)
  • Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society (2025)

Timeline

Behavior Technician

Autism Therapy Llc.
05.2025 - Current

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Colgan High School
08.2020 - 06.2024

Dance Teacher

All That & Jazz
01.2019 - Current

Bachelor's Degree -

Spelman College

Charles J. Colgan High School

LINKS

Linked In: www.linkedin.com.

Community Service

Girls on the Run (2023), Cakes for Kids (2023), Keep Prince William Beautiful (2023), Missions Trip to Dominican Republic (2022), Ashland Elementary Volunteer Dance Teacher (2019), All That & Jazz Volunteer Dance Teacher (2019-present), Love for the Ladies Women's Clothing Drive Organizer (2023-present), Autism Color Fun Run Volunteer Warm Up Instructor (2023), Missions Trip to Cuba (2023), Tiny Tummy Trust Founder & President (2025), Ballet & Books Member (2025), Girls Going Global Co-Social Chair (2025), Gun Violence Prevent Event Coordinator (2025), Operation Smile (2025), Black Youth Empowerment Network Executive Member (2025)