WIKINA WHITE
Washington, DC *****
*************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Dedicated and responsive with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of all skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Demonstrated accomplishments in teaching. Work Experience
Teacher Assistant
Catholic Charities-Washington, DC
April 2023 to Present
Responsible for well- being and development of young children this includes attending to their basic needs needs like feeding, diapering and maintaining hygiene as as well as providing a safe and stimulating environment for play and learning communicate with parents about their child’s progress and concerns. Cashier
The TJX Companies, Inc.-Arlington, VA
January 2020 to October 2020
Responsibility
Processing customers transactions accurately and efficiently while providing excellent customer services handling cash, credit, and debit payments issuing receipts and maintaining a clear and organized checkout area . Assisting customers with locating items, answering questions and resolving complaints. Teacher
DC Prep-Washington, DC
August 2014 to June 2016
Coordinated after school tutoring hours with other teachers to help students in need of extra attention. Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators. Worked one-on-one with struggling students to design individualized lesson plans and increase progress. Teacher
Champion Extended Learning-Hyattsville, MD
January 2010 to June 2013
Interacted with children and promoted good behavior through positive reinforcement methods. Tutored children individually and in small groups to help with difficult subjects. Worked one-on-one with struggling students to design individualized lesson plans and increase progress. Coordinated after school tutoring hours with other teachers to help students in need of extra attention. Cashier
Target-Bowie, MD
September 2010 to November 2011
Processed transactions by collecting cash, check and credit card payments. Informed customers of current promotions to increase sales. Maintained consistent efficiency and professionalism while managing high-volume shifts of over customers.
Kept check-out lanes clean, neat and well-stocked to project professional appeal to customers. Teacher Assistant
Davis Elementary School-Washington, DC
September 2001 to June 2008
Informed parents of child's progress and areas of concern during parent-teacher conferences. Monitored students in class, hallways and to supervise, enforce rules and support lead teacher. Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, and pen. Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
Supervised students on field trips by handling roll call,and to account for all children in busy, public environments.
School Age Program Assistant
Department Air Force-Washington, DC
June 1994 to September 2001
Worked with children ages 5yrs-15yrs and molded teaching methods to align with age and skill level. Maintained daily records of children's behavior, sleeping schedules, meals and activities. Supervised students and maintained security throughout school buildings and on field trips. Supervised students on field trips by handling roll call, and to account for all children in busy, public environments.
Drove social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development through age-appropriate activities. Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
Education
Career Navigation Program
Goodwill Greater Washington-Washington, DC
January 2011 to December 2011
Business
University Of District Of Columbia-Washington, DC
Bryant Adult EducationTraining Program-Washington, DC Skills
• Classroom management Parent and student communication Interactive teaching/learning Calm under pressure
Motivating students Tutoring and after school help Certifications and Licenses
Child Development Associate Certification
October 2023 to February 2027