Shaunia Houston
Douglasville
Summary
Self-motivated professional with extensive experience in guest services and childcare. Known for maintaining positive atmospheres through effective communication and strong customer relations. Possesses excellent organizational and problem-solving skills to create safe, nurturing environments for children.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Legacy academy smyrna
Smyrna
04.2025 - 01.2026
- Supported teachers
- Collaborated with staff to implement individualized learning plans for students.
- Assisted in developing engaging educational activities for students.
- Fostered positive relationships with students and parents to enhance communication.
Toddler Teacher
Primrose
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
- Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
- Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
Guest Service Specialist
Mister Car Wash
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Inspected vehicles for damage prior to washing.
- Greeted customers and answered questions regarding services offered.q
- Coordinated with external contractors to ensure timely completion of construction projects within the tunnel area.
Infant Teacher
Childtime Learning Care Center
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Demonstrated an understanding of different cultures when interacting with families from diverse backgrounds.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Escorted children on outings and trips to promote enrichment and maintain safety.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
Cashier/Crew Trainer
McDonald's
11.2019 - 05.2021
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or changes due to customers.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, and processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card, or automatic debit.
Neighborhood Babysitter
Connie Houston
06.2018 - 10.2019
- Organized various activities, games, crafts and outings to keep children entertained.
- Communicated regularly with parents about child's development and behavior changes.
- Ensured the safety of all children in care by monitoring activities and intervening when necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Cobb High School
Austell, GASkills
- Customer Service
- Event Planning
- Detail Oriented
- Cash Handling Experience
- First Aid Training
- Computer Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Parent Communication
- Child Supervision
- Role Modeling
- Child Development Knowledge
- Activity Planning
- Meal Preparation
- Classroom Organization
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Social Skills Development
- Child development expertise
- Music and Movement
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
Legacy academy smyrna
04.2025 - 01.2026
Toddler Teacher
Primrose
02.2024 - 06.2024
Guest Service Specialist
Mister Car Wash
03.2023 - 01.2024
Infant Teacher
Childtime Learning Care Center
05.2022 - 02.2023
Cashier/Crew Trainer
McDonald's
11.2019 - 05.2021
Neighborhood Babysitter
Connie Houston
06.2018 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
South Cobb High School