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Carissa Abbott

Berry,AL

Summary

Dedicated child supervision and safety manager ensuring secure environments and effective parent communication. Skilled in meal preparation and organization, fostering supportive atmospheres for positive interactions. Background in gymnastics instruction translates to assisting hairstylists with client consultations and service delivery. Maintains dependability and composure under pressure, enhancing collaboration in salon settings.

Overview

1
1
Language
5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Babysitter

Self Employed Web
Clanton, AL
05.2024 - Current
  • Supervised children in self-employed home settings during parents' work hours
  • Ensured safety of multiple children through constant vigilance during supervision.
  • Maintained safe environments and watched for hazards
  • Coordinated bedtime routines and calming activities to promote restful sleep.
  • Organized indoor games and age-appropriate playtime
  • Prepared meals and snacks following family instructions
  • Provided daily updates to parents regarding children's behavior and needs, fostering open communication.
  • Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
  • Completing light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up toys and books.

Gymnastics Coach

YMCA
Clanton, AL
08.2025 - 06.2026
  • Taught YMCA gymnasts basic floor, beam, vault, and bar techniques.
  • Supervised practices using YMCA safety rules and gym equipment.
  • Demonstrated stretches, drills, and movement patterns for class routines.
  • Supported young athletes with encouragement, focus, and clear directions.
  • Adapted coaching methods based on individual needs of each athlete.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's behavior and progress in class.
  • Documented injuries to ensure timely response and care, concerns, and attendance updates to YMCA staff.
  • Assisted with meet setup and cleaned equipment after training.

Gymnastics Coach

Nxs Gym
Calera, Alabama
02.2024 - 07.2025
  • I was the coach for several classes a day with different levels and abilities.
  • I was in charge of preparing what I was going to teach and getting the gym ready for the athletes.
  • I communicate with our parents after each class and through phone too
  • I was in charge of finding someone to cover all my classes when I was out

Boutique Owner

Self-employeed
Prattville, Alabama
01.2022 - 10.2024
  • I did this when I was a teenager
  • Managed booth within multi-vendor store, enhancing product visibility
  • Coordinated inventory ordering to ensure stock availability
  • Created and applied tags and pricing for products, facilitating sales
  • Decorated and organized my booth

Education

Homeschooled
Clanton, AL

Skills

  • Child supervision
  • Child safety
  • Meal preparation
  • Gymnastics coaching
  • Effective communication
  • Detail orientation
  • Team management
  • Reliability
  • Work ethic
  • Patience and understanding
  • Composed demeanor
  • Customer engagement

Languages

English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Gymnastics Coach

YMCA
08.2025 - 06.2026

Babysitter

Self Employed Web
05.2024 - Current

Gymnastics Coach

Nxs Gym
02.2024 - 07.2025

Boutique Owner

Self-employeed
01.2022 - 10.2024

Homeschooled
Carissa Abbott