LaShonta Ward

Lashonta Ward
2304 Hartford St S.E. Apt 203
Washington, DC 20020
202-713-7739
london319@yahoo.com
OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position within an organization where I can be an asset and utilize my
organizational skills.
EDUCATION
Child Development Associate, CDA, Certificate Washington, DC 2013
Congress Heights Community & Training Develop Corp., CDA Washington, DC 2012
Food Handler Certification – Certification Award Washington, DC 2009
Strayer University-Computer Information Systems Washington, DC 2002
EXPERIENCE
I Care Child Development Center 6/2012-5/2014
Teacher Washington, DC
 Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
 Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field
trips.
 Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to
prevent injuries and damage.
 Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and
social development.
 Prepare lesson outlines and plans in assigned subject areas, and submit outlines to teachers for
review.
 Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students
or those with physical and mental disabilities.
 Assist in bus loading and unloading.
 Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing
facilities such as restrooms.
 Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement
presentations.
Aramark Correctional Services 02/2009-08/2009
Cook Supervisor Washington, DC
 Supervises and personally assists in the preparation and cooking of all portions of a meal in an
institutional kitchen.
 Requisitions commodities needed and examines foods, vegetables, and meats received to
determine that amounts are sufficient for the number of persons to be served; makes
substitutions if items on the menu are not available in sufficient quantities.
 Assigns employees on the shift to specific duties and directs the food preparation and cooking
activities in a manner which will most effectively utilize their services.
 Gives specific instructions in the cooking of certain items and generally observes the activities in
the kitchen to determine that the food is prepared in a proper manner and that food is not
wasted.
 Recommends changes in the cooking methods to improve the quality of the food service and the
taste of the food.
 Directs the transfer of food from stoves or cooking utensils to carts for distribution to the various
wards or dining rooms and may supervise the cafeteria operation.
 Supervises the cleaning of the kitchen and kitchen equipment
 Performs related duties as required.

WW Cleaning Services 02/2005-07/2008
Office Manager Washington, DC
 Greeted customers in a professional manner
 Provided office support services in order to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
 Received, directed and relayed telephone messages
 Prioritized and coordinated the flow of work assignments for the organization.
 Ensured all projects were completed in a timely manner.
 Responded to public inquiries
 Responsible for follow-up calls to customers as well as potential customers.
 Performs related duties as required.
 Provided executive support
 Reviewed and proofed documents, reports and correspondence for accuracy and completion.
 Served as the primary contact and coordinated for the property use, all repairs, health, safety,
security and maintenance needs.
 Assisted to resolutions with regard to complaints, conflicts and any problems that were raised.
District of Columbia Public Schools 11/2004-06/2008
Educational Aide Washington, DC
 Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
 Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field
trips.
 Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to
prevent injuries and damage.
 Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and
social development.
 Prepare lesson outlines and plans in assigned subject areas, and submit outlines to teachers for
review.
 Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students
or those with physical and mental disabilities.
 Assist in bus loading and unloading.
 Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing
facilities such as restrooms.
 Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement
presentations.
Washington and Lee High School 09/2000-06/2001
Receptionist Montross, VA
 Greeted customers in a professional manner
 Provided office support services in order to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
 Received, directed and relayed telephone messages
 Prioritized and coordinated the flow of work assignments for the organization.
 Ensured all projects were completed in a timely manner.
 Responded to public inquiries
 Responsible for follow-up calls to customers as well as potential customers.
 Performs related duties as required.
 Provided executive support
 Reviewed and proofed documents, reports and correspondence for accuracy and completion.
 Served as the primary contact and coordinated for the property use, all repairs, health, safety,
security and maintenance needs.
 Assisted to resolutions with regard to complaints, conflicts and any problems that were raised.
Volunteer

 Loving and Care Day Nursery 06/2012-02/2014