Tasheka James
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Responsible childcare professional experienced in guiding children and documenting learning and development. Background leading fun activities to teach new skills and encourage growth. Offers current CPR and First Aid certifications paired with in-depth knowledge of children's emotional and social development.
Focused on promoting intellectual, emotional and social development in children. Knowledgeable about organizing supplies, developing lesson plans and introducing relevant topics in age-appropriate ways.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
Self employed/childcare / contract navy/ state
Norfol, VA
09.2011 - Current
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Helped develop motor skills through active playtime activities like running, jumping.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
- Read books aloud to small groups or individual children.
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each child.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress or any other concerns related to childcare services provided.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and activities for children of various ages.
- Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Ensured cleanliness of classroom areas including toys, furniture, materials.
Cleaner
A&T cleaning/ self employed
Norfolk , VA
05.2004 - 11.2011
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, sinks, countertops, mirrors, and floors.
- Responded promptly to all customer complaints regarding cleanliness issues.
- Moved furniture, equipment or supplies manually or with hand trucks.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Provided assistance with laundry services when needed.
- Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
- Transported trash bags to designated disposal areas.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Created inventory checklists and stocked housekeeping carts.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
- Emptied wastebaskets and replaced liners.
- Cleaned windows, glass partitions and mirrors with cleaners and sponges.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets, and dusted surfaces.
- Stripped, sealed and polished floors.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
Dental Assistant
Dental Office of pembroke
Virginia Beach, VA
04.2004 - 10.2004
- Cleaned and polished removable dentures, brackets, wires and other appliances.
- Followed dentists' directions for giving patients desensitizing agents to prepare for anesthetic administration.
- Responded promptly to requests from other staff members or dentists while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
- Assisted dentist during examination by retracting patient's tongue and cheeks.
- Utilized automated washers to sterilize instruments and prevent cross-infection between patients.
- Sterilized dental equipment using automatic washers to prevent cross contamination.
- Conducted dental cleanings and checked teeth for cracked fillings.
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Applied protective coating of fluoride to teeth during dental procedures.
- Provided support services such as stocking rooms with supplies, cleaning trays and changing linens between patients.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office.
- Explained dental services and payment plans to help patients make informed decisions.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth to protect enamel and prevent cavities.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
Childcare Provider
Navy Child And Youth Programs/ contracted
Norfolk, VA
05.2000 - 01.2001
- Read books aloud to small groups or individual children.
- Observed children's behavior and development, communicate information with parents.
- Planned field trips to local parks, libraries and other educational places.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's development.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Virginia Technology
MontgomerySome College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting
Red Cross
Norfolk, VASkills
- Group Leadership
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Infection Control
- Lesson Plan Development
- Personal care Aide
- Housekeeping
- Child Supervision
- Activity Planning
- Early Childhood Education
- Child Development
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Self employed/childcare / contract navy/ state
09.2011 - Current
Cleaner
A&T cleaning/ self employed
05.2004 - 11.2011
Dental Assistant
Dental Office of pembroke
04.2004 - 10.2004
Childcare Provider
Navy Child And Youth Programs/ contracted
05.2000 - 01.2001
High School Diploma -
West Virginia Technology
Some College (No Degree) - Dental Assisting
Red Cross