Amanda Gitchel
Allendale,MI
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Reliable babysitter a Mother of 11yrs with a background in providing care and supervision to children of various ages. Experience includes meal preparation, light housekeeping, and organizing engaging activities. Strengths lie in ability to create safe, nurturing environments while maintaining structure and discipline. Proven ability to positively impact child development through educational play and compassionate interaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential House Cleaner
Amanda Gitchel “Lil Miss Clean”
Allendale, Michigan
04.2020 - Current
- Trust worthy in clients homes.
- Responsible for clients entry keys and entry codes. Locked the home when services completed.
- Maintained a safe working environment by using appropriate cleaning supplies.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous materials or chemicals.
- Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
- Dusted furniture, fixtures, window sills, baseboards and other surfaces.
- Cleaned from ceiling to floor.
- Emptied trash cans in all rooms of the house.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
- Returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status by deep cleaning, changing linens, restocking inventory and removing trash.
- Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Marketing my business for up coming new clients..making a schedule and calling clients prior to services.
- Money handling, key holder
- running a small business
- Customer service
- Strong communication skills
- Time management
Family Babysitter
My brothers 3 children 1 being autistic
Allegan, Michigan
09.2017 - 12.2024
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.
- Enforced rules set by the parents regarding television time, toys, snacks.
- Prepared meals according to instructions given by parents.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Responded appropriately to behavior issues that arose between siblings or other family members.
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
- Provided a safe, nurturing environment for the children while parents were away.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Provided transportation for kids to after-school activities.
- Helped complete homework, school projects and chores.
- Assisted in potty-training younger children when needed.
- Put babies down for naps or bedtime routines following parent's instructions.
- Observed children during snack time to prevent choking.
Barber
Judes Barber Shop
Jenison, Michigan
10.2018 - 01.2020
- Promoted special offers and discounts to attract new customers.
- Supervised front-end of salon, booked appointments, inventoried sales area and coordinated employee schedules to maximize operations.
- Shaped beards and trimmed moustaches with clippers and scissors.
- Updated appointment calendar and set shift schedules.
- Followed established procedures for cutting hair according to customer requests.
- Attended continuing education classes related to barbering techniques.
- Responded to customer inquiries by phone, email, and in person.
- Pre-booked future appointments to increase repeat business.
- Managed cash register transactions accurately.
- Sanitized workstations and salon equipment to reduce risk of infection.
- Participated in promotional activities designed to increase business revenue.
- Communicated effectively with customers to create a pleasant experience.
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Key holder of the shop
- Trust worthy
Education
Cosmetology License -
Empire Beauty School
Walker, MI09-2018
GED -
Creston High School
Grand Rapids, MI06-2004
CPR Certificate
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Eager to learn new skills
- Honest and truthful
- Customer service
- Reliability and punctuality
- Eco-friendly cleaning practices
- Efficient time management
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Empathy and patience
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Child safety awareness
Timeline
Residential House Cleaner
Amanda Gitchel “Lil Miss Clean”
04.2020 - Current
Barber
Judes Barber Shop
10.2018 - 01.2020
Family Babysitter
My brothers 3 children 1 being autistic
09.2017 - 12.2024
Cosmetology License -
Empire Beauty School
GED -
Creston High School
CPR Certificate