Nyela Givens
Fredericksburg
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Student Worker
Mary Baldwin University
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted students with troubleshooting common computer problems.
- Performed routine library services such as checking out books, periodicals and other materials.
- Used library catalog system to assist patrons with locating books and other materials.
- Reorganized shelving sections resulting in optimal space usage.
- Provided instructions to patrons by explaining and demonstrating proper use of equipment, library automation system and online resources.
- Answered telephone calls to provide information and directed questions to librarian.
- Organized returned books and materials and assisted with shelving.
- Monitored patrons at library entrances and public areas and enforced library policies to maintain peaceful atmosphere.
- Organized special projects and programs that serviced community needs and improved library's public image.
Cashier
Giant Food Stores
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
- Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
Child Care Lead
Lifepoint Church
06.2011 - 08.2020
- I would lead a classroom of 8-12 kids in activities and songs that were used to teach them the sermon of the week.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Mary Baldwin University
Staunton, VA05.2024
High School Diploma -
Riverbend High School
Fredericksburg, VA05.2019
Skills
- Records Maintenance
- Research Tools
- Daycare Management
- Student Records
- Accurate Recordkeeping
- Materials Management
- Classroom Management
- Money Handling
- Customer Service
Volunteer Experience
- Lifepoint Church, 1400 Central Park Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401
- Valley Mission Homeless Shelter, 604 N Coalter St Staunton, VA 24401
Accomplishments
- Class Leadership Choreography (Choral Award)
- 2nd Year Varsity Award (Girls Basketball Management)
- Choir 2011-2019
- Dance Team 2015-2019
- College Step/ Dance team 2019-Present
- Ride or Die Achievement 2023 Kwanzaa
Interests And Additional Activities
- High school Dance Team 2015-2019 (Co-Captain 2018-19)
- Creative Writing Club 2017-2019
- French Class 2017-2022
- French Club 2017-2019
- College Dance Team 2019-Present (Co-Captain 2023-24)
- Kwanzaa Celebration 2019-2024
Timeline
Cashier
Giant Food Stores
06.2023 - 08.2024
Library Student Worker
Mary Baldwin University
09.2021 - Current
Child Care Lead
Lifepoint Church
06.2011 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Mary Baldwin University
High School Diploma -
Riverbend High School
Similar Profiles
Jocelyn BrownJocelyn Brown
Teaching Assistant at Mary Baldwin UniversityTeaching Assistant at Mary Baldwin University
Bryan Diaz-HernandezBryan Diaz-Hernandez
Teacher Assistant at Mary Baldwin UniversityTeacher Assistant at Mary Baldwin University
KELSEY BANTELKELSEY BANTEL
International Student Assistant at Mary Baldwin UniversityInternational Student Assistant at Mary Baldwin University