SHAWANDA LIGHTNING
Atlanta,CA
Summary
Dependable Janitor with comprehensive background in cleaning services and grounds maintenance. Exceptional attendance record. Self-starting Custodian with team player mentality. Skilled at staying on task and meeting deadlines. Brings extensive network of outside contacts for specialty repairs. Knowledgeable about maintaining organized inventories and handling custodial requirements of commercial building bathrooms, workspaces and customer areas. Experienced team player with strong service record, good organizational skills and productive approach to handling simultaneous tasks. Focused on always producing high-quality and professional results. Hardworking Custodian offers broad skills in all areas of building maintenance. Committed to top-quality service, timeliness and thoroughness in any cleaning task. Reputation for punctuality and dependability. Dependable and hardworking with positive attitude and strong sense of responsibility. Knowledgeable about maintaining clean and safe environments, handling cleaning equipment, and performing minor repairs. Dedicated to creating welcoming and orderly atmosphere for students and staff. Facility maintenance professional with extensive experience in maintaining clean and orderly school environments. Proven ability to handle custodial responsibilities efficiently while contributing to team-oriented workplace. Known for reliability and adaptability, offering strong cleaning techniques and attention to detail.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
School Custodian
Atlanta Public School System
08.2018 - 05.2024
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Enhanced school cleanliness by performing daily custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Elevated customer satisfaction among faculty members who reported increased satisfaction with the cleanliness and appearance of their classrooms.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Set up, arranged and removed decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for large events.
- Assembled basic furniture and supplies for offices and other multi-use rooms.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Received recognition from administration for dedication to maintaining a clean and safe learning environment for students, faculty, and staff.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to address specific cleaning requests or concerns in their respective areas.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Frazer Center
04.2016 - 08.2018
- Assisted lead teacher in designing thematic units, enhancing the overall curriculum for greater student interest.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow teachers to share best practices and coordinate activities across classrooms in the childcare center.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Documented daily food attendance, enrollments and withdraws and monthly food claims in state-regulated system.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting children down for naps.
Substitute Teacher
P's & Q's Child Care Staffing
01.2008 - 04.2016
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clarkston High School
Clarkston, GA05-2004
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Chemical Handling
- Groundskeeping
- Problem-Solving
- Responsible and Dependable
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Hazardous Chemicals Handling
- Heavy Lifting
- Room Setup and Breakdown
- Skilled housekeeper
- Customer Service
- Employee Training
- Excellent communication skills
- Sweeping and Mopping
- Restroom Servicing
Timeline
School Custodian
Atlanta Public School System
08.2018 - 05.2024
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Frazer Center
04.2016 - 08.2018
Substitute Teacher
P's & Q's Child Care Staffing
01.2008 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Clarkston High School
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