Nia Allen
Poolesville,MD
Summary
Resourceful child care aide with experience in providing quality care, encouragement, and kindness to children of all ages. Expert at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities and teaching rules. Skilled in creating age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, emotional and social development. Enjoys developing positive relationships with children and families. Creative planner with gift for keeping children engaged long-term with fun activities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Aide
Bar-T Kids Club
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted lead teacher in developing lesson plans, contributing innovative ideas for educational activities.
- Improved communication skills among children through interactive group games and role-playing exercises.
- Kept children between ages of 5 and 12 safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Implemented creative art projects that encouraged self-expression, fine motor skill development, and cultural awareness among students.
- Ensured physical safety of children by closely supervising during indoor and outdoor playtime.
- Assisted in preparing healthy meals for children, promoting good nutrition habits from an early age.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Maintained clean, organized, and inviting classroom spaces to foster a positive learning environment.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Student Aide
Poolesville High School
08.2022 - Current
- Promoted student success by monitoring progress and providing individualized support as needed.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Improved student engagement by assisting with the development of creative lesson plans and activities.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a clean and orderly learning environment.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Maintained clean and organized office areas to present pleasant and inviting atmosphere to visitors.
- Handled class records for attendance, assignment grades and course participation scores.
- Assisted with event planning and coordination to keep events successful and provide positive experiences for attendees.
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Organized and maintained filing system to keep documentation easily accessible to fulfill requests for information.
- Served as a positive role model for students through consistent demonstration of respect, kindness, and responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD05.2028
High School Diploma -
Poolesville High School
Poolesville, MD05.2024
Skills
- Child Development Understanding
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Positive Reinforcement
- Attendance Tracking
- Attention to Detail
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Student Health and Safety
- Relationship Building
- Positive Attitude
- Strong Organization
- Safety awareness
Timeline
Aide
Bar-T Kids Club
06.2023 - Current
Student Aide
Poolesville High School
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Bowie State University
High School Diploma -
Poolesville High School
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