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Shyah  Ferguson

Shyah Ferguson

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

  • Energetic Camp Counselor experienced in directing camp activities and helping school-aged children develop confidence and achieve life goals. Skilled at planning, executing and supervising activities including arts, sports and hikes. Strong interpersonal communication abilities that encourage fun while sustaining camp missions.
  • Demonstrates a strong work ethic and outstanding people skills, contributing to a positive and results-driven environment. Highly experienced team player known for exemplary team-building and project oversight skills. Gifted at working with all types of personalities. Performance history of developing strong collaborative relationships and delivering impressive results.
  • Dedicated and mindful Teaching Assistant offers passionate and informed support for students and staff. Experienced interpersonal communicator addresses unique queries within educational settings and accommodates staff curriculum requirements.
  • Goal-oriented individual versed in greeting high-volume of customers and recommending merchandise based on individual requirements. Skilled at creating displays to promote higher sales, completing cash register transactions and maintaining accurate records of all transactions.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Foot Locker
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.

Teacher's Assistant

Kipp Nyc
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
  • Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
  • Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
  • Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.

Afterschool Counslor

Kipp Nyc
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Counseled individuals and small groups of children, focusing on personal, social and emotional growth and development.
  • Facilitated college application process, helping students with personal statements, financial aid applications and scholarships.
  • Guided students in decision-making process concerning college, trade schools and military service.
  • Referred children and families to special programs, specialists and appropriate community agencies.
  • Led new staff in guidance activities in classrooms and small group settings.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
  • Created activities/games for children

Camp Counselor

Kipp Nyc
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
  • Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
  • Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.

Babysitter

Susan Li
06.2019 - 03.2020
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.

Cashier

16 Handles Frozen Yogurt
06.2019 - 09.2019
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminology

Le Moyne College
Syracuse, NY
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Kipp Nyc College Prep
The Bronx, NY
06.2022

Skills

  • Outgoing Personality
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Excellent people skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Time Management
  • Listening Skills
  • Relationship Building
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Cash Handling
  • Small Group Supervision
  • Field Trip Monitoring
  • Classroom Management
  • Attendance monitoring
  • Safety Guidelines
  • Assigning and Grading Work
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Student Tutoring
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Student safety
  • Elementary Education
  • Calm and Patient Demeanor
  • Positive Attitude
  • Student Health and Safety
  • Effective Communication
  • Helping Students with Special Needs
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Schedule Management
  • Child Supervision
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Upholding discipline rules
  • Childcare
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Planning physical activities
  • Reliability
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Playing puzzles and games
  • Child Development
  • Maintaining safe environment
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Activity Planning
  • Compassionate communication
  • Performance Improvement

music

I began playing instruments in middle school, specifically when I was 11 years old. I started off playing the tenor sax and taught myself how to play the piano and clarinet. played for Jazz At Lincoln Center from the age of 12-15. After that, I played more recreational than professionally and still do today. I stopped playing professionally to focus on my education. It's definitely something that brings me peace and enjoyment. I've always had an ear for music!


Timeline

Sales Associate

Foot Locker
10.2022 - 01.2023

Teacher's Assistant

Kipp Nyc
09.2021 - 06.2022

Afterschool Counslor

Kipp Nyc
09.2021 - 06.2022

Camp Counselor

Kipp Nyc
06.2021 - 08.2021

Babysitter

Susan Li
06.2019 - 03.2020

Cashier

16 Handles Frozen Yogurt
06.2019 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Science - Criminology

Le Moyne College

High School Diploma -

Kipp Nyc College Prep
Shyah Ferguson