Yolunda Ginyard
Winnsboro
Summary
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- To seek and maintain a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Skills Specialist
Epworth Children's Home/ LSS/RC
07.2021 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of foster children''s progress, including medical appointments, medications, school achievements, and behavioral issues.
- Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
- Assisted children through recovery from difficult home or school situations.
- Maintained open communication with caseworkers and support teams to ensure that the needs of each child were being met effectively.
- Managed daily routines and schedules, fostering consistency and stability in the lives of foster children.
Teaching Assistant
Fairfield County School District
08.2016 - 08.2021
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
After School Coordinator
Majestic Academy
05.2016 - 05.2020
- Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group projects in after-school programs.
- Connected and frequently communicated with students and parents regarding programs, policies and individual needs.
Education
English Major -
Benedict College
Columbia, SC05.2003
Diploma -
Fairfield Central High School
Winnsboro, SC06.1997
Skills
- Self-discipline
- Self-awareness
- Assertiveness
- Anger Management
- Problem-solving skills
- Client documentation
- Goal Setting
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Active Listening
- Relationship Building
- CPR/AED
- Employee Training
- Crisis Intervention
- Youth Advocacy
- Life Skills Development
- Resident support
- Coping Techniques
- Microsoft Access
References
- Shronda Bagley, Columbia, SC, Epworth Children's Home/Life Skills Specialist, 252.327.4431
- Dr. Ruth Smalls, Blythewood, SC, Fairfield Magnet School/Assistant Principal, 803.338.6025
- LaTressa Kelly, Columbia, SC, Majestic Academy/Owner & Director, 803.402.0088
Timeline
Life Skills Specialist
Epworth Children's Home/ LSS/RC
07.2021 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Fairfield County School District
08.2016 - 08.2021
After School Coordinator
Majestic Academy
05.2016 - 05.2020
English Major -
Benedict College
Diploma -
Fairfield Central High School
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