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Sheldon Davis Jr

Summary

OBJECTIVE STATEMENT I want to use my knowledge of the mental development of children to allow them to become successful in the future. I’m enthusiastic about creating a fun and educational atmosphere that the children will enjoy.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Group Leader

River City Science Academy
Jacksonville, Florida
05.2023 - Current
  • Counseled students regarding variety of social, educational and interpersonal issues.
  • Consulted with families and staff to discuss strategies necessary for improved student social and academic performance.
  • Established trusting relationship with students and parents to nurture confidence in school counseling process.
  • Identified at-risk students to provide support for successful academic experience and personal growth.

YMCA Camp Counselor

First Coast YMCA
Jacksonville, Florida
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • Designed activities to help individuals overcome confidence issues and build strength.
  • Cultivated effective relationships with campers, parents and other camp counselors by utilizing active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
  • Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
  • Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of recreational activity participants.
  • Checked on campers struggling with various social and recreational skills to maintain camper and parent satisfaction.
  • Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.

Child Protective Investigator

Department of Children and Family Services
Jacksonville, Florida
12.2022 - 02.2023
  • Investigated each child's living environment to determine whether home was safe or presented risks.
  • Developed and executed plans to remove children from homes where abuse or neglect had occurred.
  • Used job-related software to compose or prepare correspondence, case notes and technical reports

After-School Counselor

Duval Charter School at Southside
Jacksonville, FL
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Checked after-school environments and equipment for safety and appropriateness.
  • Conducted group learning activities based on differentiated learning techniques.
  • Assisted children with homework and grade-level appropriate studying techniques.
  • Counseled individuals to help overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.

Group Leader

Creative School Age Child Care
Pensacola, Florida
01.2019 - 05.2022
  • I work for CSACC as part of their afterschool care program at Jim Allen Elementary
  • Creating a positive and educational atmosphere for the students
  • Allowing the children to use their full potential in activities to keep the children entertained
  • Understanding and getting to know the children and their parents
  • Led to a professional relationship between me and their families

Sports Staff Member

University of West Florida
Pensacola, Florida
01.2018 - 05.2022
  • Greeting guests and creating a positive atmosphere for their families
  • Assisting coaches at sport events to aid in the event’s efficiency
  • Ability to make quick and safe decisions in high pressure situations.

Line Cook

Zaxby's
Jacksonville, Florida
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Prepared and cooked menu items properly for customer consumption
  • Responsible for setting up serving lines, garnishing food items, and applying food protection and sanitation measures to keep the staff and customers safe
  • Responsible for receiving and properly storing supply shipments to maintain food inventory

Science Teacher Aide

Jacksonville Mayor's Summer Program
Jacksonville, Florida
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • Planning a fun and entertaining schedule for the children
  • Assisting the teacher with activities that benefit the children and the program
  • Creating a professional and friendly relationship with the staff and children
  • Assisted in developing programs and activities to drive improvements in students' academics.
  • Assisted instructional staff with implementing lessons and activities for full classes and small groups.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL
05.2022

Associate of Arts - Psychology

The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL
08.2021

High School Diploma -

ORANGE PARK HIGH SCHOOL
06.2018

Skills

  • Behavioral assessment
  • Positive relationships
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Leadership
  • Organizational skills
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Microsoft Office
  • Positive Relationships

Affiliations

National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) 2014-2017 National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) 2017-current Feeding homeless at Clara White Mission 2014-2017 Volunteered at San Jose Health and Rehab 2013-2016

Timeline

Group Leader

River City Science Academy
05.2023 - Current

Child Protective Investigator

Department of Children and Family Services
12.2022 - 02.2023

After-School Counselor

Duval Charter School at Southside
08.2022 - 12.2022

YMCA Camp Counselor

First Coast YMCA
05.2021 - 08.2023

Group Leader

Creative School Age Child Care
01.2019 - 05.2022

Sports Staff Member

University of West Florida
01.2018 - 05.2022

Line Cook

Zaxby's
01.2017 - 01.2019

Science Teacher Aide

Jacksonville Mayor's Summer Program
06.2016 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

The University of West Florida

Associate of Arts - Psychology

The University of West Florida

High School Diploma -

ORANGE PARK HIGH SCHOOL
Sheldon Davis Jr