Shakeira Whitson
Asheville,NC
Summary
I’m a Compassionate New Medical Assistant recognized for productivity and efficiency in completing tasks.I only have 40hrs of clinical training in a healthcare setting but I have the ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and practices in a healthcare settings. This is all new to me, For the past 8 years I’ve worked in a childcare or elementary school setting but I’m excited to start my new career in the healthcare field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Custodian
Redifine
Asheville, NC
05.2024 - Current
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other common areas; emptying trash cans and disposing of waste appropriately.
- Replacing light bulbs and repairing or replacing faulty electrical outlets; performing minor plumbing repairs such as unclogging toilets.
- Cleaning windows, mirrors, walls, and ceilings; dusting furniture and wiping down surfaces.
- Stocking restrooms with necessary paper products such as toilet paper and paper towels; replenishing soap dispensers when needed.
- Assisting with special projects related to custodial care as assigned by supervisor or manager.
- Disinfecting high-touch areas including doorknobs, handrails on stairs, escalators., elevator buttons.
Assistant Teacher
Asheville City Schools
Asheville, NC
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
- Supervised small group activities.
- Assisted in creating lesson plans and activities to engage students.
- Helped with daily classroom management, such as taking attendance, distributing supplies, and organizing materials.
- Supervised children during recess and other outside activities.
- Provided assistance to the lead teacher with individual and small group instruction.
- Encouraged positive student behavior by providing praise and rewards when appropriate.
- Observed students' performance to identify areas of strength or difficulty.
- Supported teachers in preparing materials for lessons and projects.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure that all students had access to learning resources such as books, computers, art supplies.
- Met with individual parents on a regular basis to provide updates on their child's development.
- Helped maintain a safe learning environment by monitoring student behavior at all times.
- Provided support for special needs students including helping them complete assignments or tasks that require extra attention.
- Monitored lunchroom duties including setting up tables, cleaning up after meals, supervising mealtime conversations.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Christine W. Avery Learning Center
Asheville, NC
08.2017 - 10.2020
- Assisted Lead Teacher in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities for children.
- Organized daily classroom routines, including snack time, story time, and outdoor playtime.
- Provided guidance to children on appropriate behavior during class activities.
- Monitored the safety of children at all times while they were playing or engaging in activities.
- Encouraged positive interactions between students through group projects and activities.
- Helped with mealtime preparation, clean up and serving meals to the children.
- Attended staff meetings regularly to discuss new strategies for providing quality childcare services.
- Tutored struggling students one-on-one in order to help them catch up with their peers.
- Kept accurate records of attendance, incidents reports, assessments., as required by state regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clyde A Erwin Hight School
Asheville, NC06-2016
Some College (No Degree) -
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community CollegE
Asheville, NCSome College (No Degree) -
Blue Ridge Community College
Hendersonville, NCSkills
- Equipment Repair
- Safe Chemical Disposal
- Inventory Management
- Equipment Inspection
- Individualized Instruction
- Learning support
- Skills Development
- Behavior Modeling
- Small Group Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Instructional support
Timeline
Custodian
Redifine
05.2024 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Asheville City Schools
08.2022 - 05.2024
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Christine W. Avery Learning Center
08.2017 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Clyde A Erwin Hight School
Some College (No Degree) -
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community CollegE
Some College (No Degree) -
Blue Ridge Community College