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Bonnie Mahkimetas

Keshena,WI

Summary

Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Digital Personal Shopper

Wal Mart 2271
Shawano, WI
08.2024 - Current

Shop for orders placed by customers online, ensuring the quality and accuracy of orders.

Staging orders, preparing them for dispensing when a customer arrives.

Dispensing or delivering online orders to the customer's vehicle when they arrive.

Summer School Teacher

Menominee Indian Tribe of WI ~ Tribal School
Neopit, WI
06.2024 - 06.2024
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students.
  • Create lesson plans for 1st through 8th grade English, with the theme Flight School.
  • Supervise field trips.

Middle School Math Teacher

Menominee Indian Tribe of WI ~ Tribal School
Neopit, WI
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Tested students' comprehension of the subject matter through quizzes, tests, & projects.
  • Led students through safety procedures for active shooter drills, fire drills, & weather.
  • Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
  • Created a positive learning environment that encouraged critical thinking skills in mathematics.
  • Employed various instructional methods, such as lectures, demonstrations, & projects.
  • Middle School Social Studies.
  • 7th-grade homeroom advisor & Co 8th Grade advisor
  • Yearbook advisor.
  • Co Middle School team leader.

Art Teacher

Menominee Indian Tribe of WI ~ Tribal School
Neopit, WI
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Assisted in the selection of appropriate supplies needed for classroom use.
  • Led students through safety procedures for active shooter drills, fire drills, & weather.
  • Planned, prepared & delivered instructional activities related to various art mediums.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, & progress reports.
  • Additional classes taught: 8th Grade ELA &7th Grade Menominee History.
  • Yearbook Advisor
  • 7th Grade Homeroom Advisor

Summer School Teacher

Menominee Indian Tribe of WI ~ Tribal School
Neopit, WI
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students.
  • Create lesson plans for 1st through 8th grade English, with the theme Greenhouse.
  • Supervise field trips.

Special Education Teacher

Menominee Indian School Disrtict ~ High School
Keshena, WI
08.2018 - 06.2022
  • Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
  • Developed IEPs to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve academic objectives.
  • Assisted in the development of IEP goals based on data analysis.
  • Teamed with general education teachers to plan and implement curriculum, state and district-wide assessments.
  • Led students through safety procedures for active shooter drills, fire drills, and weather.
  • Organized field trips or community experiences to enhance learning opportunities for special education students.
  • Attended parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
  • Participated in professional development activities related to teaching strategies for special education students.
  • Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.
  • Create material and work with students virtually.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Menominee Indian School District ~ Keshena Primary
Keshena, WI
08.2014 - 08.2018

Paraprofessionals, also known as teacher's assistants or aides, support teachers and students in various ways. They work under the supervision of a licensed teacher.

  • Instructional support includes assisting students with lessons, activities, and supplementary work. This included tutoring, providing special help, and assisting with activities like drilling with flashcards, or spelling.
  • Non-instructional services include assisting teachers with classroom management, such as organizing instructional materials, supervising students during recess or on school trips, and handing out and collecting papers. Paraprofessionals may also help students with personal care tasks.
  • Behavioral support involves working with students who have challenging behaviors, such as observing students and taking notes about their behavior. Paraprofessionals provide behavioral, emotional, and academic support to students with special needs.

Some skills and experiences that paraprofessionals have include:

  • Strong interpersonal and social attributes.
  • Patience with children, including those with special needs.

Hotel Front Desk Clerk

Shawano Four Seasons Resort
Shawano, WI
07.2015 - 09.2015
  • Handled payment processing and provided customers with receipts and proper bills and change.
  • Greeted guests in a professional and friendly manner.
  • Computed bills, collected payments and made change for guests.
  • Maintained daily records of room availability and rates.
  • Assisted guests with check-in and check-out procedures as needed.
  • Received incoming calls and coordinated with staff to fulfill customer requests.
  • Stocked supplies at the front desk such as forms, stationery items, brochures.
  • Answered phones to respond to customer inquiries and transferred calls to appropriate staff members.
  • Provided information about the hotel's amenities, services and surrounding areas to guests.
  • Showed off dining areas, pool, spa, and fitness center to prospective and current guests.

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Services ~ Menominee Indian School District
Keshena, WI
08.2013 - 08.2014
  • Distributed worksheets and homework assignments from head teacher to assist with classroom operations.
  • Managed classroom environments to ensure a safe and productive learning experience.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance and behavior.

Tax Return Preparer/Receptionist

H & R Block Tax Services
Shawano, WI
01.2006 - 03.2010
  • Updated knowledge about changes in tax laws by attending workshops and seminars regularly.
  • Assisted clients in preparing and filing federal, state, and local tax returns.
  • Developed and maintained professional relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Analyzed client's income and expenses to determine deductions and credits.
  • Maintained confidentiality when dealing with sensitive client information at all times.
  • Served visitors by greeting, welcoming and directing to appropriate personnel.
  • Operated telephone switchboard to answer, screen and forward calls to appropriate personnel.

Executive Assistant

Employment Options Inc.
Shawano , WI
10.2004 - 10.2006
  • Greeted visitors warmly upon arrival at the office premises.
  • Oversaw inventory control processes ensuring availability of supplies at all times.
  • Conduct background checks.
  • Conduct drug testing when needed.
  • Communicate with clients to make sure their staffing needs are being met.
  • Communicate with clients to complete payroll.
  • Complete payroll, and forward it to the corporate office.
  • Fill in for the Account Executive when not in the office.
  • Confidentiality of both client and potential employees' information and identity.

Assistant Store Manager

Shawano Shell
Shawano, WI
10.2001 - 10.2004
  • Developed an effective system for tracking inventory levels, ensuring stock is available when needed.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Provided training to new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Answered customer questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone.
  • Supervised cashiers in processing credit, debit and cash payments to streamline sales.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety regulations.
  • Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
  • Supervised cash handling processes to ensure accuracy of transactions.
  • Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
  • Coordinated with vendors to secure product availability at competitive prices.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.

Hotel Front Desk Night Audior

Menominee Casino Bingo Hotel
Keshena, WI
11.2000 - 10.2001
  • Cleaned and maintained lobby and common areas by restocking supplies and watering plants.
  • Directed and trained new staff on procedures, service standards and productivity strategies and provided assistance and mentoring.
  • Managed wakeup calls for departing guests according to their requested times.
  • Performed bookkeeping activities to balance accounts and conduct nightly audits.
  • Handled night audit paperwork, verification of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue reviews.
  • Kept records of room availability and guest accounts, manually or using computers.
  • Ensured that all paperwork was processed properly before closing out shift.
  • Recorded guest comments or complaints, escalating to management for immediate resolution.
  • Worked with housekeeping and maintenance staff to address and resolve building and room issues.
  • Cultivated professional relationships with guests, improving customer retention through coordinated service.
  • Answered phones to respond to customer inquiries and transferred calls to appropriate staff members.
  • Informed housekeeping department when rooms were ready for cleaning after checkout.
  • Assisted guests in locating amenities such as casino, gift shop, restaurants, fitness center, pool, and spa.
  • Answered guest inquiries, recommending shopping, dining or entertainment.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations by contacting appropriate personnel immediately.
  • Collaborated with staff to meet incoming guest needs, smooth check-in processes and maximize satisfaction.
  • Answered phone calls from guests requiring assistance or information about hotel services.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Administration

University Of Wisconsin Green Bay
Green Bay, WI
05-2002

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

College of Menominee Nation
Keshena, WI
05-1999

Vocational Degree - Child Day Care

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Green Bay, WI
05-1995

High School Diploma -

Bonduel High School
Bonduel, WI
05-1994

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Customer relations
  • Product knowledge
  • Verifying order accuracy
  • Heavy lifting
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Upbeat and outgoing attitude
  • Customer service
  • IEP planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Classwork assignment
  • Clear public speaking skills
  • Bookkeeping
  • Individual returns preparation
  • Tax return preparation
  • Administrative support
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Professional and polished presentation
  • Multitasking and prioritization
  • Security awareness
  • Calm demeanor
  • Positive and professional
  • Time management

Affiliations

Born and raised on a farm, I started "working" at a early age which helped develop a strong work ethic.

Other than farming, additional skills learned while doing pro bono work for family:

Taking phone calls and creating a weather dependant schedule for parents custom baling business.

Assisting when short staffed on landscaping jobs including snow removal.

Assisting with trucking companies: Entering data when state work was performed, payroll, recording log books and verify accuracy, assist with locating loads and assisting with accounts receivable and payable.

From 1998 to 2002 I also was a personal nanny for a young boy when parents work/social schedule required supervision for their child.

Additional experiences include working at a day care center, waitressing, and cashiering.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Digital Personal Shopper

Wal Mart 2271
08.2024 - Current

Summer School Teacher

Menominee Indian Tribe of WI ~ Tribal School
06.2024 - 06.2024

Middle School Math Teacher

Menominee Indian Tribe of WI ~ Tribal School
08.2023 - 06.2024

Summer School Teacher

Menominee Indian Tribe of WI ~ Tribal School
06.2023 - 07.2023

Art Teacher

Menominee Indian Tribe of WI ~ Tribal School
08.2022 - 08.2023

Special Education Teacher

Menominee Indian School Disrtict ~ High School
08.2018 - 06.2022

Hotel Front Desk Clerk

Shawano Four Seasons Resort
07.2015 - 09.2015

Special Education Paraprofessional

Menominee Indian School District ~ Keshena Primary
08.2014 - 08.2018

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Services ~ Menominee Indian School District
08.2013 - 08.2014

Tax Return Preparer/Receptionist

H & R Block Tax Services
01.2006 - 03.2010

Executive Assistant

Employment Options Inc.
10.2004 - 10.2006

Assistant Store Manager

Shawano Shell
10.2001 - 10.2004

Hotel Front Desk Night Audior

Menominee Casino Bingo Hotel
11.2000 - 10.2001

Bachelor of Science - Public Administration

University Of Wisconsin Green Bay

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

College of Menominee Nation

Vocational Degree - Child Day Care

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

High School Diploma -

Bonduel High School
Bonnie Mahkimetas