Brooklyn McFadden
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional passionate about creating nurturing and stimulating environments for young children. Strong understanding of early childhood development and skilled in designing engaging activities that foster learning and enhance social skills. Committed to making a positive impact by supporting each child's unique growth journey while leveraging strong communication, organizational, and multitasking abilities developed in childcare settings. Eager to transition into a field where these competencies can drive success and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Assistant Teacher
United States Air Force
Tucson, AZ
05.2024 - Current
- Developed and facilitated engaging educational activities aimed at fostering cognitive and social growth in children.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to implement strategies that promote a constructive and supportive educational atmosphere.
- Monitored children's progress and provided feedback to parents regarding developmental milestones.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with curriculum standards and individual learning needs.
- Implemented strategies in partnership with team members to create a structured and caring atmosphere for children.
- Trained new staff on classroom procedures and best practices for child engagement and safety.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while supporting an optimal learning space for students.
Shoes Sales Associate
Von Maur
Oklahoma City, OK
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Assisted customers with finding the right size, style, and color of shoe.
- Organized shelves and displays to maintain a neat and orderly store environment.
- Provided product knowledge to customers on different styles of shoes.
- Maintained updated records of inventory, sales, orders, returns.
- Stocked shelves with new arrivals; arranged shoes according to size, style, brand.
Crew Member
Chiquita’s
Mena, AR
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Educated customers on menu items, product ingredients and nutritional values.
- Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
- Restocked kitchen supplies including food products and utensils.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
- Greeted customers upon arrival, provided menus and answered questions regarding menu items.
- Organized dining room tables with condiments, napkins and other necessities prior to seating guests.
- Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Processed takeout orders quickly to ensure timely delivery of meals.
- Informed customers about daily specials in an engaging manner.
- Answered phone calls promptly to provide accurate information about menu items or prices.
- Kept restaurant lobby, front counter and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift.
- Served food quickly for positive guest experiences.
Waitress
The Chopping Block
Mena, AR
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Greeted customers and provided menus.
- Assisted in seating guests at tables or booths.
- Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
- Replenished beverages when necessary.
- Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.
- Bussed tables as needed during peak hours.
- Prepared checks accurately and processed payments promptly.
- Provided accurate change for cash transactions using a cash register system.
- Assisted other wait staff members in times of heavy customer traffic.
- Presented food and beverages to guests at tables.
- Rolled silverware and set up food stations and dining areas to prepare for next shift or large parties.
- Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
- Delivered food from kitchen, fulfilling additional requests to maximize guest satisfaction.
- Helped customers select menu items by suggesting courses, explaining specials and answering food preparation questions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mena High School
Mena, AR05-2023
Skills
- CPR certified
- Problem-solving
- Parent communication
- Patience and empathy
- Time management
- Child safety
Certification
- Infants & Toddlers Training - May 2024 - September 2025 (100 CRH)
- Certified Dental Assistant, - August 2024
Timeline
Childcare Assistant Teacher
United States Air Force
05.2024 - Current
Shoes Sales Associate
Von Maur
10.2023 - 02.2024
Crew Member
Chiquita’s
02.2023 - 08.2023
Waitress
The Chopping Block
07.2022 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Mena High School