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Shania Whitfield

Grand Rapids

Summary

Energetic dietary aide with several years of hands-on experience preparing and serving food to patients within healthcare facilities. Well-versed in sanitation and safety guidelines paired with in-depth knowledge of cooking and baking appliance operations. Successful multitasker possessing positive attitude and great sense of humor.

Enthusiastic Student with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to bring above average user skills in information technology and social media.

Compassionate Childcare Assistant Teacher with background in nurturing and educating children of diverse ages. Experience includes developing creative learning activities, managing classroom behavior, and fostering social development. Strengths lie in communication skills, patience, and adaptability to different learning styles. Made significant impact on child development by utilizing positive reinforcement teaching techniques.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
2024
2024
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Dietary Aide

Clark’s retirement
Grand Rapids
04.2024 - Current
  • Prepared and served nutritious meals to residents daily.
  • Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas.
  • Followed dietary guidelines to accommodate residents' specific health needs.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal delivery.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces.
  • Treated patients and team members with dignity and respect.
  • Stocked supplies in dining areas as needed.
  • Set tables before patients arrived to maintain meal plan productivity.
  • Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.

Childcare Assistant Teacher

AppleTree and Gilden Woods
Grand Rapids
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted in creating engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups.
  • Supervised children during activities to ensure safety and compliance.
  • Supported teachers in implementing educational programs and classroom management.
  • Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged social and emotional growth.
  • Maintained clean and organized play areas to promote a healthy environment.
  • Organized daily classroom routines, including snack time, story time, and outdoor playtime.
  • Read books aloud to groups of children or individually as requested by Lead Teacher.
  • Assisted with potty training when needed.
  • Attended staff meetings regularly to discuss new strategies for providing quality childcare services.
  • Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
  • Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.

Intern

Grow 1000
Grand Rapids
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assisted in developing community outreach programs for local entrepreneurs.
  • Coordinated logistics for workshops and networking events with stakeholders.
  • Conducted research on market trends to support program development initiatives.
  • Collaborated with team members to create engaging promotional materials.
  • Maintained accurate records of program activities and participant information.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.

Education

Kelloggsville High School
Grand Rapids, MI

Skills

  • Meal preparation
  • Dietary compliance
  • Classroom management
  • Child supervision
  • Time management
  • Food handling safety
  • CPR certified
  • Health and safety

Timeline

Childcare Assistant Teacher

AppleTree and Gilden Woods
09.2024 - 12.2024

Dietary Aide

Clark’s retirement
04.2024 - Current

Intern

Grow 1000
06.2023 - 07.2023

Kelloggsville High School