Tajea Williams
Terre Haute,IN
Summary
Patient, empathetic tutor, mentor, and babysitter with strengths in communication, organization, and adaptability. Skilled at supporting children, building trust, and creating positive learning and care experiences.
Adaptable and dependable professional with a background in childcare, tutoring, mentoring, and retail support. Known for strong preparation, collaboration, and communication skills. Focused on helping children learn, stay safe, and succeed through patient guidance and consistent support.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
02.2025 - Current
- Explained core concepts using clear examples and age-appropriate teaching methods.
- Prepared lesson materials, practice exercises, and review questions aligned with study goals.
- Monitored student progress and identified areas needing additional support.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
Babysitter
08.2019 - Current
- Supervised children's safety, maintaining attentive oversight during play, meals, and routines.
- Prepared snacks and meals, following dietary instructions and household guidelines.
- Organized age-appropriate activities to support learning, engagement, and behavior management.
- Assisted with bedtime routines, including bathing, reading, and calming transitions.
- Communicated clearly with parents about schedules, needs, and daily updates.
- Responded calmly to conflicts, injuries, and unexpected needs with sound judgment.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
Mentor
CPS Alumni Association
01.2025 - 05.2026
- Coordinated mentoring sessions aligned with program goals and participant needs.
- Monitored progress and adjusted support to address individual challenges and opportunities.
- Collaborated with program staff to strengthen outreach and mentee support.
- Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
Retail Sales Associate
Burlington Coat Factory Distribution Center
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Trained new associates on receiving, stocking, and order-picking procedures.
- Organized stockrooms to improve product access and replenishment flow.
- Inspected freight for damage and reported discrepancies to supervisors.
- Loaded and unloaded trailers while following safety and handling procedures.
- Maintained clean work areas and complied with warehouse safety standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to meet and exceed monthly sales targets consistently.
- Supported store leadership in implementing new merchandising strategies to improve product positioning.
- Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
- Increased sales floor efficiency by organizing merchandise and ensuring items were easy to locate.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN05.2029
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative thinking
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Creativity and innovation
- Verbal and written communication
- Organization and preparation
- Adaptable nature
- Growth mindset
- Confidence building
- Student motivation
- Skills development
- Teaching strategies
- Lesson planning
- Student advocacy
- Goal setting
- Analytical thinking
- Coaching and mentoring
Timeline
Retail Sales Associate
Burlington Coat Factory Distribution Center
06.2025 - 08.2025
Tutor
02.2025 - Current
Mentor
CPS Alumni Association
01.2025 - 05.2026
Babysitter
08.2019 - Current
No Degree - Nursing
Indiana State University
National Honor Society
I was in the Nation Honors Society Program since my sophomore year of high school.