Mikayla Jackson-Brinson
Summary
Experienced professional committed to providing students with tools and resources to succeed academically. Highly organized and detail-oriented with passion for helping children reach academic goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher's Aide
Windsor Elementary School
Columbia, South Carolina
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Cashier
Office Depot Inc
10050 Two Notch Rd Ste 1, Columbia, SC 29223
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
Unit Supply Specialist (92Y)
Army National Guard
Columbia, South Carolina
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Used comprehensive inventory management system to reduce overages and shortages.
- Participated in continuous improvement in contract execution process and delivered recommendations, ideas and plans to local and functional management.
- Completed regular inventory counts of equipment on book for unit.
- Evaluated unit supply requirements and coordinated timely replenishment.
- Oversaw supply requests, accountability, and receipts.
- Maintained records of supply transactions for accuracy and tracking.
- Prepared unit and organizational supply documentation.
- Entered and completed entries of commodity movements data in system and monitored commodity contract application, review and follow up.
Daycare Teacher
Little Angel Daycare
Columbia South Carolina
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
Education
High School Diploma -
Spring Valley High School
Columbia, SC06-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Columbia College
Columbia, SC12-2021
Master of Science - Forensic Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZCurrent
Skills
Outdoor Play Supervision
Patience and Empathy
Health and safety procedures
Classroom Organization
Accomplishments
- Coordinated with lead teacher to create age-appropriate lesson plans for students with special needs.
- Observed students and documented social, emotional, motor skill and intellectual developments.
- Collaborated with team of eight in the development of kindergarten graduation planning. .
Affiliations
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher's Aide
Windsor Elementary School
01.2022 - 08.2023
Cashier
Office Depot Inc
09.2020 - 12.2020
Daycare Teacher
Little Angel Daycare
04.2019 - 08.2019
Unit Supply Specialist (92Y)
Army National Guard
01.2018 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Spring Valley High School
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Columbia College
Master of Science - Forensic Psychology
Grand Canyon University