Caitlynn Birkmeier
Mount Pleasant,MI
Summary
I am an enthusiastic elementary educator with five plus years of experience through my clinical work experience. I have a strong passion for helping others and making people happy. I am committed to making a difference to the community I end up in.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Willsub
10.2024 - Current
- Strictly followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education.
- Made all students feel safe and comfortable to be open with me at anytime.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintained time management.
- Developed strong relationships with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Server/bartender/host/porter
Summit Smokehouse
Mount Pleasant, MI
09.2022 - Current
- Effectively coordinated multiple tables simultaneously, upholding exceptional service standards.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow.
- Trained other employees within the company to help them learn and grow.
Clinical Experience
Clare Primary School
Clare, MI
08.2024 - 11.2024
Clinical Experience
Pullen Elementary
Mount Pleasant, MI
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Established a safe environment for students.
- Took effective notes to adapt to classroom environment.
- Maintained self advocacy when help was needed.
- Constantly remained alert and focused to do what must be done.
Lead Teacher
Early Childhood Education Learning Lab
Mount Pleasant, MI
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Adapted to Reggio way Curriculum.
- Incorporated all lesson plans with different objects to grasp students attention.
- Accomplished six hundred observational notes to fill students academic needs.
- Built relationships with other teachers, students and peers.
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Comfort Inn & Suites
Mount Pleasant, MI
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Cleaned rooms with efficient time management.
- Made sure each room spotless and clean before moving on to the next room.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to health and safety regulations while performing duties.
- Collaborating by cleaning with other housekeeper to maintain clean rooms and happy guests.
Cashier/window/runner
Chick-fil-A
Alpharetta, GA
05.2023 - 08.2023
Camp Counselor
Portage YMCA Branch
Portage, MI
05.2019 - 04.2022
- Worked with children ages six to twelve years old. Evolved activities based on interests, skills and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led multiple science and art lessons to kids.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
- Collaboration everyday with staff to ensure everyone was maintaining a healthy work place.
Clinical Experience
Moorsbridge Elementary
Portage, MI
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Adapted and learned how to operate both Kindergarten and third grade class rooms.
- Adjusted to schedule and rules to be followed in classrooms.
- Met many teachers and would collaborate on how to better lesson plans for students academically .
- Learned how to collaborate with different teaching styles.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Education - Early Childhood Education
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI12.2024
High School Diploma -
Portage Central High School
05.2019
Skills
- Caring
- Love helping others
- Adaptable & flexible
- Relationship building and management
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Behavior modeling
References
- Suzanne Pappas (host) - Clare Primary Elementary
Phone number: +1 (989) 513-1407
Email: spappas@clare.k12.mi.us
- Kaylyn Carroll (host) - Pullen Elementary
Phone number: (989) 330-4556
Email: Kcarroll@mp.edzone.net
- Kash - former Summit Smokehouse Manager
Phone number: (269) 271-2585
Email: Kash@lakedaycabins-hl.com
- Michelle Greene- former teacher
Phone number: (269) 998-9385
- Joellen Lewsader- head of Early Childhood Education Learning Lab
Phone number: (989)-774-7609
Email: lewsa1j@cmich.edu
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Willsub
10.2024 - Current
Clinical Experience
Clare Primary School
08.2024 - 11.2024
Clinical Experience
Pullen Elementary
01.2024 - 05.2024
Cashier/window/runner
Chick-fil-A
05.2023 - 08.2023
Server/bartender/host/porter
Summit Smokehouse
09.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher
Early Childhood Education Learning Lab
09.2022 - 05.2023
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Comfort Inn & Suites
09.2022 - 07.2023
Camp Counselor
Portage YMCA Branch
05.2019 - 04.2022
Clinical Experience
Moorsbridge Elementary
01.2019 - 05.2019
Bachelor Of Science In Education - Early Childhood Education
Central Michigan University
High School Diploma -
Portage Central High School