Yapahqual Walker
Hampton
Summary
I am a proud psychology student graduating from Hampton University in May 2026, focused on gaining relevant experience in the field. Three years of childcare experience demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to supporting others. Eager to apply academic knowledge in practical settings to develop actionable solutions for current challenges.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Childtime Of Hampton
Hampton
04.2025 - Current
- Designed age-appropriate sensory, motor, and cognitive activities to support early development.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and nurturing classroom environment in compliance with health and safety standards.
- Documented and communicated infants' developmental milestones and progress to parents/guardians, fostering strong partnerships in child development.
- Cared for infants (ages 6 weeks-18 months) by ensuring safe sleep practices, feeding, and diapering to support healthy development.
Teachers Aid
Transformations Early Learning & Development Center
Reisterstown
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Educational Initiatives: Developed and executed educational initiatives that complemented the daycare's curriculum, including imaginative and participatory components to enhance the children's learning experience.
- Supervised children to maintain their welfare in a secure and supportive environment.
- Cooperated with parents to provide regular updates on child's activities, progress, and special needs through open communication.
Cashier
Not Just Crabs
Randallstown
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Welcomed guests, addressed inquiries, ensured enjoyable meals, attended to client needs, accurately handled orders, and resolved issues promptly.
- Processed payments, applied discounts, and managed cash transactions efficiently using point-of-sale (POS) system, ensuring accurate change.
- Coordinated with culinary staff to prepare orders accurately and on time, confirming each order's accuracy prior to delivery to clients.
Team Member
Chick-fil-a
Owings Mills
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Trained new team members on company procedures and safety requirements to ensure compliance and effective integration.
- Maintained clean, organized, and safe work areas to facilitate team productivity and enhance workplace safety.
- Fulfilled scheduled shifts and provided support during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods to maintain team operations.
Education
Psychology - Hampton, Va
Hampton University
Hampton, Va05-2026
High school or equivalent - Owings Mills, Maryland
New Town High School
Owings Mills, Maryland05-2022
Skills
- Organizational
- Laboratory
- Child development
- Data analysis
- Emotional awareness
- Child psychology
- Skill building
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Data documentation
- Statistical data
Leadership Experience
- Black Girls in White Coats, Hampton, Virginia: Inner Opportunities, September 25-current
- Organizational Workplace Lab, Hampton, Virginia: Researcher, September 2025-current
- Ronald McNair Scholars Program, Hampton, Virginia: Member, October 2025-current
- Psychology Club, Hampton, Virginia: Member, October 2024-current
- Onyx Executive Council, Hampton, Virginia: Media & Marketing, October 2024-January25
Accomplishments
3X Deans list at Hampton University
Skills Interests - Laboratory
Organizational Workplace Laboratory at Hampton University
R.I.S.E Psychology Research Lab at Hampton university
Timeline
Teacher
Childtime Of Hampton
04.2025 - Current
Teachers Aid
Transformations Early Learning & Development Center
05.2023 - 08.2025
Cashier
Not Just Crabs
01.2022 - 03.2022
Team Member
Chick-fil-a
10.2020 - 11.2021
Psychology - Hampton, Va
Hampton University
High school or equivalent - Owings Mills, Maryland
New Town High School