- Drawing and Painting
- Photography
- Dance
- Creative Writing
- Yoga
- Swimming
- Hiking
Taina Smith
Friday Harbor
Summary
Outgoing Volunteer providing experience helping non-profit organization with daily tasks and needs. Friendly and helpful when assisting employees and visitors requesting services. Driven by cause to work diligently to accomplish measurable impact.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
San Juan Islands Food Hub
06.2024 - Current
- Communicates with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Assists with curbside pick up orders
- Provides warm customer service
Produce Clerk
San Juan Island Food Coop
04.2021 - 06.2024
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal product freshness and availability.
- Assisted customers in selecting fresh produce, enhancing their shopping experience.
- Organized and displayed products to maximize visual appeal and accessibility.
- Monitored quality standards of produce, identifying and removing damaged items promptly.
- Kept tidy and organized area to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Trained new employees to provide knowledge of proper produce handling and rotation procedures.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
Preschool Aide
Seagull Schools
04.2017 - 07.2019
- Assisted in organizing and maintaining classroom supplies and educational materials for effective learning experiences.
- Led initiatives to incorporate inclusive practices, ensuring all children felt valued and supported in the classroom setting.
- Contributed to a positive classroom culture by modeling respect, empathy, and cooperation among students.
- Promoted language development through storytelling, songs, and engaging conversations with children.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Provided support during mealtimes to ensure proper nutrition while teaching table manners and social skills.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
Children's Yoga Teacher
Temple Emanu-El Preschool
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Evaluated program effectiveness, leading to improvements in student participation and enjoyment of classes.
- Improved balance and coordination among students by emphasizing proper alignment during yoga practice.
- Offered personalized attention to each child during classes by carefully observing their performance, helping them improve their technique.
- Enhanced children's flexibility and strength by incorporating age-appropriate yoga poses in daily sessions.
- Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
Education
No Degree - Art History
University of Hawaii At Mānoa
Honolulu, HIAssociate's Degree in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Honolulu Community College
Honolulu, HI05-2017
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Community service
- Time management
- Adaptability and dependability
- Customer service
- Clear communication
- Friendly and outgoing
- Food distribution
Interests
Timeline
Volunteer
San Juan Islands Food Hub
06.2024 - Current
Produce Clerk
San Juan Island Food Coop
04.2021 - 06.2024
Preschool Aide
Seagull Schools
04.2017 - 07.2019
Children's Yoga Teacher
Temple Emanu-El Preschool
08.2015 - 05.2016
No Degree - Art History
University of Hawaii At Mānoa
Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education - Early Childhood Education
Honolulu Community College