Sonora Smith
Morgantown,West Virginia
Summary
Experienced childcare specialist who thrives on learning new skills quickly and approaches day-to-day challenges with flexibility and adaptability. Superior, team-oriented work ethic with excellent communication and multitasking skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Teacher
Bright Horizons
Morgantown, WV
09.2024 - Current
- Provided attentive care to children ranging in age from infancy to five years, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment and supporting cognitive development
- Navigated complex childhood emotions with care and consideration
- Maintained open communication between teachers and parents regarding schedules, milestones, and development
- Engaged children in sensory and educational activities
- Managed daily routines such as diaper changes, feeding, playtime, naps, and recess
- Gained experience navigating and understanding different child circumstances and personalities to uniquely accommodate the needs of individual families, classrooms, and children
Mountain Lake Club Worker
Shannondale Enterprises Inc
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Responsible for a variety of tasks including but not limited to: food preparation, landscaping, front desk services, and heavy lifting
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding progress of projects and completed tasks
- Developed and implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
- Organized work area at beginning and end of shift to ensure preparedness for the following shift's production run
- Maintained positive relationships with customers and community members through friendly greetings and excellent service
Youth Tennis Instructor
City of Charles Town
Charles Town, West Virginia
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Provided individual and group instruction to children ages three and eighteen in the fundamentals of sports
- Enforced rules of play while teaching the importance of fair competition
- Instructed parent on support for their child's growth within the sport
- Created a positive learning atmosphere by motivating players to reach their full potentials
- Maintained a safe, constructive atmosphere for all participants during practices and lessons
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, Psychology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, West Virginia05-2026
Skills
- Adaptable
- Open-minded
- Childcare
- Organizational skills
- Creative problem-solving
- Flexible
- Dependable
- Leadership
Leadership Experience
Captain and safety officer of West Virginia University Women's Rugby Team
- Observed team strengths and weaknesses to develop and implement practice plans for enhancement of overall group performance
- Facilitated team discussions, practices, and meetings to provide feedback and act as liaison between coaches and players
- Encouraged cooperation and communication on and off of the field
- Completed online and in-person safety courses to uphold safety protocols.
AFJROTC Flight Commander |08/01/20 - 05/31/22|
- Instructed first-year cadets program procedures including uniform and drill etiquette as well as ROTC core values
- Attended MCOLS leadership summer camp
- Led physical training, uniform inspection, and class announcements.
Certification
CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers with First Aid, 11/09/23, 11/09/25
Timeline
Associate Teacher
Bright Horizons
09.2024 - Current
Mountain Lake Club Worker
Shannondale Enterprises Inc
06.2022 - 08.2023
Youth Tennis Instructor
City of Charles Town
06.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, Psychology
West Virginia University
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