I’m a detail-oriented student and creative professional with experience leading youth activities at Jesse Owens Park District and working in fast-paced roles at Raising Cane’s. I take safety seriously, stay organized, and enjoy teaching kids through fun, engaging activities. I also specialize in versatile locs as a self-employed hair stylist, delivering consistent weekly service while working from home. I’m an active member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated with leadership roles and ongoing community involvement, and I study Music Technology with a Creative Writing minor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Daeja M Rhine

I’m a detail-oriented student and creative professional with experience leading youth activities at Jesse Owens Park District and working in fast-paced roles at Raising Cane’s. I take safety seriously, stay organized, and enjoy teaching kids through fun, engaging activities. I also specialize in versatile locs as a self-employed hair stylist, delivering consistent weekly service while working from home. I’m an active member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated with leadership roles and ongoing community involvement, and I study Music Technology with a Creative Writing minor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

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I’m a detail-oriented student and creative professional with experience leading youth activities at Jesse Owens Park District and working in fast-paced roles at Raising Cane’s. I take safety seriously, stay organized, and enjoy teaching kids through fun, engaging activities.

I also specialize in versatile locs as a self-employed hair stylist, delivering consistent weekly service while working from home. I’m an active member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated with leadership roles and ongoing community involvement, and I study Music Technology with a Creative Writing minor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Hair Stylist at Self-Employed
October 1, 2025 - Present
Self-employed hair styling services specializing in versatile locs. Works from home and provides weekly services.
Recreation Leader at Jesse Owens Park District
June 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Responsible for the safety of assigned age group (7, 8, and 10). Instructed children in fun games and daily activities. Ensured all children in the district were safe and in the correct locations. Responsible for district property appointed to the role.
Recreation Leader at Jesse Owens Park District
June 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Responsible for the safety of assigned age group (7, 8, and 10). Instructed children in fun games and daily activities. Ensured all children in the district were safe and in the correct locations. Responsible for district property appointed to the role.
Recreation Leader at Jesse Owens Park District
June 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Responsible for the safety of assigned age group (7, 8, and 10). Instructed children in fun games and daily activities. Ensured all children in the district were safe and in the correct locations. Responsible for district property appointed to the role.
Crew member at Raising Cane’s
February 1, 2023 - October 31, 2025
Restocked food products. Packed and served food. Worked as a cashier. Prepared food in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
Recreation Leader at Jesse Owens Park District
July 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022
Responsible for the safety of assigned age group (7, 8, and 10). Instructed children in fun games and daily activities. Ensured all children in the district were safe and in the correct locations. Responsible for district property appointed to the role.
Recreation Leader at Jesse Owens Park District
June 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Responsible for the safety of assigned age group (7, 8, and 10). Instructed children in fun games and daily activities. Ensured all children in the district were safe and in the correct locations. Responsible for district property appointed to the role.

Education

High School Diploma (SAT 1160, GPA 3.8) at Kenwood Academy High School
September 1, 2018 - June 30, 2022
Bachelor's Degree (Major: Music Technology, Minor: Creative Writing; GPA 3.07) at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
August 1, 2022 - May 16, 2026
High School Diploma (SAT/academic honors; GPA 3.8) at Kenwood Academy High School
September 1, 2018 - June 30, 2022
Music Technology (Major) + Creative Writing (Minor) at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
August 1, 2022 - May 16, 2026
High school diploma (SAT: 1160) at Kenwood Academy High School
September 1, 2018 - June 30, 2022
B.A. (Music Technology) + Minor: Creative Writing (expected graduation) at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
August 1, 2022 - May 16, 2026

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