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Maria Adkins

Maria Adkins

Jacksonville

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Special Education, background in healthcare and early childhood development. Committed caregiver with a strong focus on children's growth and development, proven abilities in improving learning outcomes, advancing communication skills, and fostering positive learning environments. Passionate about supporting children’s academic, social, and emotional growth through engaging, student-centered experiences. Experienced working in a childhood development center, building positive relationships with children and families while creating safe, nurturing, and inclusive environments. Driven by a passion for child development, literacy, lifelong learning, and helping all students reach their full potential.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childhood Development Program Assistant

Marine Corps Community Services
Camp Lejeune, NC
01.2026 - Current

· Providing basic care and supervision to young children.

· Attending to the needs of children and planning activities.

· Promoting healthy emotional growth in children and skilled in creating and engaging educational activities.

· Possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

· Communicating with parents, children, and management staff.

· Working as a team to achieve common goals.

Childhood Development Program Assistant

Marine Corps Community Services
Camp Lejeune, NC
08.2023 - 08.2024

· Providing basic care and supervision to young children.

· Attending to the needs of children and planning activities.

· Promoting healthy emotional growth in children and skilled in creating and engaging educational activities.

· Possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

· Communicating with parents, children, and management staff.

· Working as a team to achieve common goals.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lapeer County Medical Care Facility
Lapeer, MI
01.2022 - 08.2022

· Answered call lights and supported patient comfort, safety, and care.

· Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.

· Cared for residents in assisted living facilities and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

· Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.

· Provided care to patients throughout the lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and culture.

· Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in a 120-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.

Activities Aide

Marlette Regional Hospital
Marlette, MI
06.2021 - 01.2022

· Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.

· Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.

· Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.

· Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address the needs of participants with varying abilities.

· Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.

Education

Elementary Education/Special Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2027

No Degree - Pre-Nursing Studies

Charles Stewart Mott Community College
Flint, MI

High School Diploma -

Brown City High School
Brown City, MI
05-2020

Skills

    Engaging Children & Students

    Classroom Management

    Patience & Adaptability

    Behavior Management

    Supporting Diverse Learners

    Social-Emotional Support

    Active Listening

    Organization & Time Management

    Team Collaboration

Certification

CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant (Certified in Michigan & North Carolina)

CPR

First-Aid

Child Caregiver

Safe Serve

Timeline

Childhood Development Program Assistant

Marine Corps Community Services
01.2026 - Current

Childhood Development Program Assistant

Marine Corps Community Services
08.2023 - 08.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lapeer County Medical Care Facility
01.2022 - 08.2022

Activities Aide

Marlette Regional Hospital
06.2021 - 01.2022

Elementary Education/Special Education

Grand Canyon University

No Degree - Pre-Nursing Studies

Charles Stewart Mott Community College

High School Diploma -

Brown City High School
Maria Adkins