Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
LINKS
Awards
Timeline
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Makaila Reed

Makaila Reed

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

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dance Teacher

Ashland Elementary
01.2019
  • Fostered a positive learning environment, encouraging creativity and self-expression among students while enhancing their confidence in dance.

Behavior Technician

Autism Therapy
05.2025 - Current
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans to support skill development in clients.
  • Monitored client progress and documented behavioral changes accurately.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment effectiveness.
  • Assisted in conducting assessments to identify client needs and goals.

Dance Team Coach

David T. Howard Middle School
2025 - Current
  • Developed training programs to enhance dancers' skills and performance levels.
  • Organized and led weekly practices, ensuring effective use of rehearsal time.
  • Coordinated choreography selection, aligning routines with team strengths and competition requirements.
  • Mentored team members, fostering individual growth and teamwork dynamics.

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

Charles J. Colgan High School

Bachelor's Degree -

Spelman College
Atlanta
05-2028

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Teaching
  • Dance
  • Choreography
  • Mentoring
  • Organization
  • Communication
  • Empathy
  • Adaptability
  • Creativity
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork
  • Clear communication
  • Relationship building
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Founded and lead Tiny Tummy Trust, a federally recognized 501(c)(3) addressing childhood food insecurity
  • Built and managed a multi-member executive board and volunteer teams across multiple regions
  • Organized community food and hygiene donation drives serving underserved children and families
  • Expanded nonprofit outreach through partnerships with schools and community organizations
  • Mentored and supported youth through health, wellness, and education-focused programs

Certification

  • RBT 40-Hour Training
  • CPRCertified

Languages

Spanish
Elementary
Arabic
Elementary

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

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), Atlanta Community Food Bank Volunteer (2025), North Point Ministries Volunteer & Doner (2025), ACTS Food Pantry Volunteer & Doner

LINKS

Linked In: www.linkedin.com

Awards

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
05.2025 - Current

Special Education Teacher Assistant

Colgan High School
08.2020 - 06.2024

Dance Teacher

Ashland Elementary
01.2019

Dance Teacher

All That & Jazz
01.2019 - Current

Dance Team Coach

David T. Howard Middle School
2025 - Current

Charles J. Colgan High School

Bachelor's Degree -

Spelman College
Makaila Reed