Brynn Harker
Mineral,IL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate individual known for reliability, attention to safety, and strong work ethic. Strong focus on emotional support and safety. Experienced in developing individualized care strategies and maintaining effective communication. Skilled in time management and maintaining detailed records while ensuring confidentiality. Ready to contribute to a supportive, positive, safe, and nurturing atmosphere.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Infant Nanny
Abbey Curran
Kewanee, IL
07.2025 - Current
- Provided attentive care and supervision to infants, ensuring safety and comfort throughout daily routines.
- Developed engaging activities to stimulate cognitive and motor skills in infants, promoting healthy development.
- Maintained detailed records of infants' daily activities, feeding schedules, and developmental milestones for parent updates.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines that aligned with family values and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing needs and preferences of infants, demonstrating flexibility in caregiving approaches.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of infant care areas, promoting a safe environment for play and rest.
- Maintained detailed records of the infant''s daily activities, milestones, and health-related information for parental review.
- Developed strong bonds with infants by consistently responding sensitively to their emotional cues and needs throughout caregiving tasks.
- Collaborated closely with parents to ensure continuity of care and alignment of parenting philosophies, resulting in a more consistent experience for the infant.
- Adapted to changing family dynamics or needs as they arose while maintaining professionalism and flexibility within the childcare role.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Student Worker
Henry Stark Special Education Office
Kewanee, IL
06.2021 - Current
- Safeguarded sensitive information by adhering to strict confidentiality protocols when handling student records or personal data.
- Developed and maintained filing systems to improve document retrieval efficiency.
- Implemented workflow improvements that streamlined administrative tasks and reduced processing time.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by assisting coworkers with various tasks as needed.
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Ensured timely completion of assigned projects by prioritizing tasks according to deadlines and urgency levels.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Surpassed team goals by partnering with colleagues to implement best practices and protocols.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents.
- Supported office staff with timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Boosted office morale through effective communication skills that fostered a collegial atmosphere among team members.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization within the office space, promoting productivity among team members.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Built and maintained excellent staff relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Performed research to collect and record industry data.
Server/Production Worker
Pizza Hut
Geneseo, IL
04.2023 - 03.2025
- Repeatedly covered shifts for others when contacted and took on extra shifts that were available.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Processed orders accurately using point-of-sale system, minimizing errors and enhancing efficiency.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely food preparation and delivery during peak hours.
- Trained new team members on service protocols, menu knowledge, and operational procedures.
- Managed multiple tables simultaneously, prioritizing customer needs for optimal dining experience.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, maintaining positive atmosphere and fostering return visits.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance goals related to sales targets, customer satisfaction ratings, and order accuracy.
- Contributed to inventory management by monitoring stock levels.
- Enhanced team efficiency, collaborating effectively in high-pressure settings.
- Adapted to diverse customer needs, providing personalized service that increased guest satisfaction.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Trained new staff on production processes and safety procedures effectively.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment, adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Engaged in regular review meetings to discuss production performance and set future goals.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
Family Caregiver
Sharon M (Grandmother and Observer)
Annawan, IL
09.2022 - 10.2022
- While it was a short time, I learned a lot about caregiving.
- Assisted with meal preparation to ensure nutritional needs were met consistently.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure living environment.
- Enhanced quality of life through companionship and emotional support activities.
- Managed household tasks efficiently, creating a clean and organized living environment conducive to patient wellbeing.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere within the home setting by engaging in meaningful conversations and recreational activities with patients.
- Demonstrated adaptability in responding to changing patient conditions or requirements while maintaining continuity of care services.
- Enhanced quality of life for patients with dementia by implementing cognitive stimulation activities tailored to individual needs.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Education
Working Towards Associates of Science -
Black Hawk College
Kewanee, ILHigh School Diploma -
Annawan High School
Annawan, IL05.2025
Skills
- Hygiene maintenance
- Allergy awareness
- Milestone tracking, document management/charting
- Client interaction
- Reliable, adaptivity, flexibility
- Emotionally supportive
- Safety awareness
- Compassionate caregiving, empathetic
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Dependable and responsible
- Above and beyond work ethic
- Respectful and compassionate
- Team collaboration
- Records management, incident reporting
- Flexible schedule
- Keep things confidential
- Positive attitude, dedicated
Timeline
Infant Nanny
Abbey Curran
07.2025 - Current
Server/Production Worker
Pizza Hut
04.2023 - 03.2025
Family Caregiver
Sharon M (Grandmother and Observer)
09.2022 - 10.2022
Student Worker
Henry Stark Special Education Office
06.2021 - Current
Working Towards Associates of Science -
Black Hawk College
High School Diploma -
Annawan High School