Markeida Rivers
Carson,CA
Summary
Attentive and creative professional passionate about helping young children develop emotional, social and educational skills. Familiar with developmentally appropriate activities and experienced by providing nurturing environments conducive to learning. Promote physical, emotional and social health to complement academic progress.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infant Teacher
Leap and Bound Academy
Redondo Beach, California
05.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for infants to promote early learning.
- Created a nurturing environment to support infants' emotional and social growth.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child development and milestones regularly.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities to stimulate cognitive and physical skills.
- Monitored and documented individual progress of each infant in care.
- Fostered a safe and clean classroom environment following health standards.
- Utilized observation techniques to tailor activities for diverse infant needs.
- Sanitized toys, equipment, supplies and surfaces regularly.
- Assisted with diaper changes and assisted children with toileting needs when necessary.
- Changed diapers, used bibs and monitored behaviors to maintain good hygiene for each child.
- Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress.
Night Life Security Guard
Guardian International Solutions
Los Angeles, California
03.2020 - 12.2025
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of staff and visitors.
- Conducted regular patrols to detect and deter suspicious activities.
- Assisted in emergency response procedures during incidents or alarms.
- Enforced access control policies at designated entry points.
- Reported safety hazards and maintenance issues to appropriate personnel.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during investigations and emergencies.
- Maintained detailed logs of daily activities and incidents for record-keeping.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing inquiries from the public.
- Conducted daily security patrols of assigned areas.
- Responded to alarms, emergencies, and disturbances.
- Provided customer service assistance to staff and visitors in a professional manner.
- Inspected buildings for fire hazards, unsafe conditions, or unauthorized persons.
Monitor 1
GEO Reentry Services
Long Beach, California
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Monitored compliance with program guidelines and policies.
- Conducted regular assessments of participant behavior and progress.
- Documented incidents and reported findings to management promptly.
- Facilitated group discussions to encourage participant engagement.
- Provided support during crisis situations using de-escalation techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of participant attendance and activities.
- Reported any suspicious activity or malfunctioning equipment to supervisors.
- Managed the daily operations of monitors and ensured proper functioning.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Marie Fagan School
Los Angeles, California
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing classroom environment for toddlers.
- Implemented daily activities promoting physical and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning and behavior.
- Organized engaging educational materials for hands-on learning experiences.
- Facilitated group discussions to enhance social skills among toddlers.
Lead Preschool Teacher
K-Step Montessori
Los Angeles, CA
06.2018 - 09.2020
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with Montessori principles.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting social and emotional development.
- Guided students in hands-on activities to enhance cognitive skills and creativity.
- Implemented individualized learning plans based on each child's unique needs.
EIP Teacher
Spirit child Development Center
Los Angeles, California
07.2014 - 01.2018
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups at a child development center.
- Fostered a nurturing environment to support children's emotional and social growth.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns effectively.
- Implemented age-appropriate learning activities that promote cognitive development.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments to tailor instructional strategies accordingly.
- Maintained a safe and clean classroom environment conducive to learning experiences.
Food Service Handler
American Airlines
El Segundo, California
07.2012 - 11.2013
- Prepared food items following strict safety and quality standards.
- Managed inventory of food supplies and equipment efficiently.
- Operated kitchen equipment to ensure timely meal preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain clean workstations.
- Adhered to sanitation guidelines to promote safe food service practices.
- Monitored food temperatures to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted other staff members with various tasks as needed.
Teacher's Aide Volunteer
The Girls Club
Inglewood, CA
01.2012 - 03.2012
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported students in developing social and emotional skills through group interactions.
- Organized learning materials and resources for daily classroom use.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to promote a positive environment.
- Helped maintain a clean and safe learning environment for all students.
Cafeteria Worker
LAUSD
Los Angeles, California
03.2003 - 06.2011
- Prepared and served nutritious meals for students daily.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the cafeteria area.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during food preparation.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to promote a safe dining environment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth meal service operations.
- Assisted in inventory management of food supplies and materials.
- Provided excellent customer service to students and staff during meal times.
- Served customers quickly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of customer service.
Team Leader
Target
Inglewood, California
10.2005 - 04.2010
- Led team meetings to coordinate daily operations and enhance communication.
- Trained new staff on company policies and customer service techniques.
- Oversaw inventory management to ensure stock accuracy and availability.
- Collaborated with management on promotional strategies and product launches.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints to maintain high satisfaction levels.
- Maintained compliance with safety standards and operational procedures at the store.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Motivated and empowered team members to build customer satisfaction and loyalty to support retention and growth.
Teacher's Assistant
42nd Street School
Los Angeles, California
06.2003 - 09.2005
- Assisted lead teacher in daily lesson preparation and classroom management.
- Supported students during activities to enhance learning and engagement.
- Organized classroom materials and resources for effective teaching sessions.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education And Care
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA 01.2010 - 09.2013
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Child development
- Behavior management
- Classroom safety
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Documentation and reporting
- Incident response
- Surveillance monitoring
- Report writing
- Patrol techniques
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- First aid and CPR certified
- Identification verification
- Visitor tracking
- Screening wands
- Entrance control
Certification
- Child development associates certificate
- CPR certification May, 2022- May, 2026
- Infant and toddler certification
Timeline
Infant Teacher
Leap and Bound Academy
05.2025 - Current
Monitor 1
GEO Reentry Services
12.2023 - 12.2024
Lead Toddler Teacher
Marie Fagan School
08.2021 - 11.2023
Night Life Security Guard
Guardian International Solutions
03.2020 - 12.2025
Lead Preschool Teacher
K-Step Montessori
06.2018 - 09.2020
EIP Teacher
Spirit child Development Center
07.2014 - 01.2018
Food Service Handler
American Airlines
07.2012 - 11.2013
Teacher's Aide Volunteer
The Girls Club
01.2012 - 03.2012
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education And Care
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
01.2010 - 09.2013
Team Leader
Target
10.2005 - 04.2010
Teacher's Assistant
42nd Street School
06.2003 - 09.2005
Cafeteria Worker
LAUSD
03.2003 - 06.2011