Zykia West
Columbia,SC
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate, I excelled in roles at Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School, where I leveraged my tutoring and interpersonal skills to boost student confidence and academic performance. I also have demonstrated expertise in childcare and education, significantly enhancing learning environments and fostering positive behavior.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Family Members and Freinds
01.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Administered medications by following strict instructions from parents.
Volunteer
Greek Festival
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
Tutor
Wil Lou Gray Opportunity Schl
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.
Pet Sitter
Family And Neighbors
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Provided daily physical exercise, mental stimulation and socialization to keep pets healthy and ward off unwanted behavior.
- Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
Education
GED -
Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School
South Carolina10-2024
Skills
- Light Housekeeping
- Activity Planning
- Schedule Management
- Overnight care
- Routine management
- Homework Assistance
- Child Supervision
- Behavior monitoring
- Bathing and dressing
- Meal and snack preparation
- Childcare
- Administering medicines
- Meal and snack times
Timeline
Volunteer
Greek Festival
08.2024 - 08.2024
Tutor
Wil Lou Gray Opportunity Schl
07.2024 - 08.2024
Pet Sitter
Family And Neighbors
06.2022 - 02.2023
Babysitter
Family Members and Freinds
01.2021 - Current
GED -
Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School
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