Tia Scott
Cahokia Heights,IL
Summary
Dynamic Youth Development Professional with a proven track record at Jackie Joyner-Kersee, enhancing youth engagement and development through innovative program planning and effective crisis management. Skilled in youth mentoring and team collaboration, I've significantly contributed to creating positive environments and fostering life skills education. with consistently improved participant engagement and program quality. Dedicated to helping youth of all backgrounds broaden understanding and improve prospects. Supports educational, emotional and behavioral needs through activities, entertainment, and academic assistance. Seasoned Youth Development Professional well-versed in modeling values like respect and responsibility with a hands-on approach. Analytical problem-solver with a forward-thinking mentality. Offering 1 year of related experience. Conscientious Youth Counselor with program development and coordination experience. Strongly rooted in integrity and effective communication. Dedicated to fostering youth success and progress. Honest professional providing exemplary care and compassion to youngsters experiencing life disruptions. Focused Adolescent Counselor helping children and teens develop coping skills to solve problems. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Development Professional
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
08.2023 - Current
- Provided support and guidance to youth, helping overcome personal challenges and achieve their goals.
- Promoted positive behavior among youth by modeling healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
- Assisted with educational needs through tutoring and homework assistance.
- Supervised youth and maintained security for each child under care..
- Collaborated with team members to develop comprehensive programs addressing diverse aspects of youth development.
- Implemented effective strategies for managing challenging behaviors while maintaining a safe and supportive atmosphere within our programs.
- Took part in sports, games, and movie nights with children.
- Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Implemented variety of fun and recreational activities for residents.
- Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others and actively listening.
- Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.
Passenger Van Driver
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced passenger satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently, prioritizing passenger safety above all else.
- Coordinated with fellow drivers to provide seamless coverage during high-demand periods or absences due to illness or vacation time.
- Efficiently navigated through traffic and followed established routes, adhering to strict timetables.
- Delivered consistent punctuality by managing time effectively throughout daily routes.
- Managed unexpected road closures or detours proactively by finding alternate routes that minimized disruption for passengers.
- Safely transported passengers between designated locations while adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
- Accurately recorded trip logs and maintained documentation of mileage, fuel usage, and maintenance performed on the van.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding schedule changes or delays, ensuring prompt updates for passengers awaiting pickup.
- Provided valuable input during meetings focused on improving overall driving performance within the team.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies, safety procedures, and route expectations.
- Performed pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and readiness for daily routes.
- Collaborated with fellow drivers in sharing tips on how best to navigate congested areas or identifying more efficient route options.
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay current on industry best practices and ensure continued excellence in driving performance.
- Drove safely and obeyed traffic laws to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Checked oil, fuel and other fluid levels to keep vehicles in good working condition and avoid breakdowns.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and service.
- Delivered passengers to destinations safely and on time.
- Inspected vehicle regularly to identify and handle upkeep needs and maintain professional appearance for customers.
- Followed applicable traffic regulations and traffic laws.
- Developed deep knowledge of local routes and area destinations.
- Maintained excellent condition of vehicles through re-fueling, cleaning and repairing.
- Checked condition of vehicle's tires, brakes and safety equipment to maintain systems in working order.
- Planned routes based on knowledge of local areas, GPS information, and customer preferences.
- Checked vehicles for adequate supply of fuel, oil and other necessary fluids.
- Followed designated routes and schedules while operating vehicles.
- Remained calm and poised in emergent situations.
- Responded with ease to sudden changes in routes and schedules.
- Observed city, street and highway driving regulations and took necessary driving precautions when transporting customers.
- Observed passengers during the journey and reported any suspicious behavior.
- Maintained impeccable records of daily drives, vehicle maintenance and notable incidents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO02.2024
Skills
- Youth Mentoring
- Safety understanding
- Goal Setting
- Academic Assistance
- Positive environment planning
- Positive Youth Development
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Youth Development Professional
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
08.2023 - Current
Passenger Van Driver
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
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