Brooklyn Metheny
Ada
Summary
Dedicated educator with strong classroom management and effective communication skills. Experienced in fostering positive learning environments and supporting student success through individualized education plans and collaboration.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Chickasaw Nation Child Development Center
Ada, OK
10.2021 - Current
- Supported lead teacher in classroom management and lesson delivery.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized education plans for students.
- Facilitated communication between parents and educators regarding student progress.
- Organized educational materials and resources to enhance learning experiences.
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement to encourage engagement.
- Collaborated with team members to create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching skills and strategies.
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to education excellence.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress and areas for growth, ultimately contributing to improved home-school partnerships.
- Contributed to a more organized classroom setting by maintaining accurate records on student attendance, assignments, and progress reports.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
Dental Lab Technician
Pro Digital Labs
Ardmore, OK
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Fabricated dental prosthetics using CAD/CAM technology to ensure precision and quality.
- Collaborated with dentists to customize dental restorations based on patient specifications.
- Oversaw workflow processes, enhancing efficiency in production timelines and quality standards.
- Trained junior technicians on equipment operation and best practices for fabrication techniques.
- Conducted routine maintenance on lab equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Implemented quality control measures, reducing errors in dental appliance production significantly.
- Reduced turnaround time for dental appliances through effective time management and organization skills.
- Collaborated with dentists to create accurate and customized dental restorations for patients.
- Maintained a clean and organized laboratory workspace to uphold safety regulations and promote productivity.
- Completed detailed models of patients' mouths to create accurate devices.
- Read prescriptions and specifications and examined models and impressions in order to determine design of dental products to be constructed.
- Implemented digital dentistry techniques, increasing accuracy in dental restorations production process.
- Meticulously inspected final products to ensure adherence to quality standards and dentist specifications.
- Assisted in inventory control, ensuring adequate supplies were available for efficient production.
- Increased lab efficiency with streamlined processes for molding and casting procedures.
Waitress
Caseys Catfish
Ardmore, OK
05.2018 - 03.2019
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, ensuring timely order delivery and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation and service processes.
- Trained new team members on restaurant procedures and service standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, adhering to health regulations.
- Implemented upselling techniques that improved average check totals consistently.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
Waitress
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
Gainesville, TX
05.2017 - 12.2018
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
- Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Education
Child Development
Murray State College
Tishomingo, OK12-2025
Certificate of Mastery - Child Development
Murray State College
Tishomingo, OK12-2025
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Effective communication
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Computer skills
- Classroom management
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Complex Problem-solving
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Chickasaw Nation Child Development Center
10.2021 - Current
Dental Lab Technician
Pro Digital Labs
08.2019 - 09.2021
Waitress
Caseys Catfish
05.2018 - 03.2019
Waitress
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
05.2017 - 12.2018
Child Development
Murray State College
Certificate of Mastery - Child Development
Murray State College