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Ta'Aja Gates

LaGrange

Summary

Hardworking professional with strong teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, time management, and customer service skills. Adapted well to challenging situations while contributing to team success through flexibility and organization. Seeks entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities and support company growth.

Overview

1
1
Certification
10
10
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Daycare Teacher

Tiny treasure
West Point
07.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated activities and care for infants aged 6 weeks to 1 year
  • Supported developmental needs of children across age groups
  • Acquired first aid and safety certifications to enhance safety and preparedness

Crew Member

Newk's Eatery
Newnan
06.2021 - 09.2021

US Army Soldier

United States Army
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Completed basic combat training, demonstrating commitment to military service
  • Achieved high school diploma in 2020
  • Collaborated in small teams to achieve complex objectives under tight deadlines.

Little Caesars Crew Member

Jones Petroleum Company
LaGrange
03.2020 - 08.2020
  • Managed front and back of restaurant operations
  • Managed interactions with customers to ensure satisfaction
  • Provided customer service while making pizzas

Cashier/Server

ROGERS BBQ
LaGrange

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

West Georgia Technical College
LaGrange, GA
08.2021 - 07.2026

High School Diploma -

Callaway High School
Hogansville, GA
08.2015 - 05.2020

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Early childhood development
  • Child assessment
  • Child engagement
  • Behavior management
  • Parent communication
  • Educational technology
  • Guest relations
  • Customer service
  • Customer communication
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Organizational skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Leadership
  • Writing skills
  • Computer skills
  • Nutritional planning
  • Classroom cleanliness
  • Cleaning
  • Cash Handling
  • Knife skills
  • Safe work practices
  • Phone etiquette
  • Self-motivation
  • Outdoor work
  • Employee relationship building
  • Guest services
  • Busser
  • Serving Experience
  • Mathematical skills
  • Communication skills

Certification

  • Food Handler Certification
  • ServSafe
  • Driver's License

Languages

English

Timeline

Daycare Teacher

Tiny treasure
07.2025 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

West Georgia Technical College
08.2021 - 07.2026

Crew Member

Newk's Eatery
06.2021 - 09.2021

US Army Soldier

United States Army
08.2020 - 05.2021

Little Caesars Crew Member

Jones Petroleum Company
03.2020 - 08.2020

High School Diploma -

Callaway High School
08.2015 - 05.2020

Cashier/Server

ROGERS BBQ
Ta'Aja Gates