Savannah Mayes
Blythe,GA
Summary
Dedicated professional equipped with background in supporting safe, impactful, compassionate care. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Excellent time management skills, equipped with problem-solving knowledge, and reliable. Hands on experience with early childhood education and behavioral management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
YMCA Play and Learn Associate
YMCA Augusta South
05.2024 - Current
- Led program initiatives to enhance community engagement and participation.
- Developed training materials for staff development and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated schedules and activities to optimize resource allocation.
- Mentored junior staff in best practices for member services and support.
- Assisted in implementing educational programs that fostered social and cognitive growth.
- Organized play-based learning activities tailored to diverse age groups and developmental stages.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Monitored daily sign-in/sign-out logs for accurate attendance tracking, helping to maintain a secure and orderly facility.
- Encouraged language acquisition through story time sessions, incorporating props and visuals to enhance comprehension skills.
- Coordinated engaging arts-and-crafts projects for students to express their creativity while developing fine motor skills.
- Created engaging sensory-based activities that stimulated cognitive development in young learners.
Caregiver
Self-employeed
12.2018 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
Day Care Assistant Teacher
Wisdom World
12.2016 - 11.2018
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow
- Supported daily classroom activities, fostering engagement and participation among students
- Helped implement lesson plans that facilitated developmental milestones for preschoolers
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of learning spaces to promote hygiene and safety
- Collaborated with lead teachers to observe children's progress and provide constructive feedback
- Learned classroom management techniques to address behavioral challenges effectively
- Participated in training sessions focused on child development principles and educational strategies
- Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
- Managed daily routines efficiently to maintain a consistent schedule for students, promoting optimal time management skills in young learners.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities.
- Promoted healthy habits among students by incorporating physical activities, nutritious snacks, and proper hygiene routines into daily schedules.
Education
GED -
Augusta Technical College
Augusta, Georgia, GAEarly Childhood Education
Miller-Motte Technical College
NC03-2027
Skills
- First aid and CPR certified
- AED certified
ECE 1100
October 24, 2025
Timeline
YMCA Play and Learn Associate
YMCA Augusta South
05.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Self-employeed
12.2018 - Current
Day Care Assistant Teacher
Wisdom World
12.2016 - 11.2018
GED -
Augusta Technical College
Early Childhood Education
Miller-Motte Technical College