MCKAYLA VANMANEN
Homedale
Summary
Attentive, hard-working, and creative individual who is passionate about helping, working-alongside others, and making the best experience out of any situation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Teachers Aid
Nampa Christian Preschool
08.2024 - Current
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Hostess/ Hostess Trainer
Brick29 Bistro
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
Lead PreK Teacher
Nampa Christian Preschool
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and instructional best practices, contributing to a cohesive learning experience for students across grade levels.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, providing timely feedback and adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of skills.
Paraprofessional Educator
Centennial Baptist School
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Worked one-on-one with students to reinforce learning of materials
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts and promote academic progress
Barista
Jolts and Juice Coffee Company/ Jack Henry Coffee
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Made and served beverages such as: several different types of espresso drinks & drip coffee's, tea's, and specialty beverages
- Cleaned and sanitized the work areas, seating areas, and equipment/tools
- Trained new baristas on company processes and product preparation
- Came back and helped work part-time evening shifts from August2018-2019
Kitchen Staff Member
West Coast Baptist College Kitchen
09.2015 - 04.2016
- Worked early morning breakfast shift by: making and preparing food, tiding and restocking dining area, and sanitized areas
- Worked dinner shift by: helping prep and prepare some meals, maintain and keep clean salad bar area, and washed dishes, glassware and flatware by hand or with industrial dishwasher
- Maintained freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items and rotating stock
Teacher's Aide/ Lead Toddler Teacher
Centennial Baptist Daycare
06.2012 - 06.2015
- Planned and carried out curriculum plus, developed schedules and routines ensuring physical activity, rest, and playtime
- Constantly communicated with parents/families to ensure the best for each child
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Early Childhood Education (AECE)
College of Western Idaho
Nampa, ID05.2019
Skills
- Positive Reinforcer
- Networker
- Problem Solver
- Communicative Skills
- Creative
- Team Player
- Technologically Sound
- CPR and First Aid Certified
Timeline
Teachers Aid
Nampa Christian Preschool
08.2024 - Current
Hostess/ Hostess Trainer
Brick29 Bistro
05.2023 - 12.2024
Lead PreK Teacher
Nampa Christian Preschool
08.2018 - 05.2023
Paraprofessional Educator
Centennial Baptist School
08.2017 - 05.2018
Barista
Jolts and Juice Coffee Company/ Jack Henry Coffee
05.2016 - 07.2017
Kitchen Staff Member
West Coast Baptist College Kitchen
09.2015 - 04.2016
Teacher's Aide/ Lead Toddler Teacher
Centennial Baptist Daycare
06.2012 - 06.2015
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Early Childhood Education (AECE)
College of Western Idaho
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