Caroline Calkins
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with a strong background in emergency response and education. Proven ability to create safe, engaging environments for children while fostering positive relationships with families and coworkers. Certified in CPR, BLS, and First Aid, with excellent communication and organizational skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Ocean Rescue Lifeguard
Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) Ocean Rescue
Atlantic Beach, FL
05.2022 - Current
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations, providing critical assistance.
- Administered first aid and emergency care.
- Monitored beach conditions to ensure safety of swimmers and beachgoers.
- Educated public on beach safety and hazardous conditions to promote awareness and prevention.
- Worked alongside colleagues to enhance beach safety and response efforts. with fellow lifeguards and emergency personnel.
Self-Employed Babysitter
Jacksonville, FL
01.2015 - Current
- Delivered reliable childcare for families, ensuring children’s safety and well-being.
- Designed and implemented engaging, age-appropriate activities to promote development while ensuring a safe environment.
- Supported families by managing meals, homework, bedtime routines, and transportation.
- Fostered lasting relationships with families through consistent reliability and compassionate care.
Paraprofessional
St. Paul's Catholic School
Jacksonville Beach, FL
08.2022 - 05.2026
- Provided individualized support to students to encourage academic and social development.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to tailor educational strategies for diverse student needs.
- Assisted teachers in lesson preparation, classroom organization, and daily activities to facilitate effective learning.
- Fostered a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment.
- Supported preschool and first-grade classrooms, enhancing instructional delivery and student engagement.
Stylist
Free People
Jacksonville, FL
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Built strong relationships with customers to foster loyalty and drive repeat business.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to create personalized shopping experiences that enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Maintained store appearance and supported team sales goals through collaborative efforts.
Hostess / Server
Culhane's Irish Pub
Atlantic Beach, FL
04.2018 - 04.2024
- Delivered friendly, efficient customer service, enhancing guest satisfaction in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Took food and beverage orders, ensuring prompt service and a positive guest experience.
- Coordinated guest seating, reservations, and dining flow to optimize guest experience.
- Facilitated teamwork between kitchen and front-of-house staff to improve operations.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking and problem-solving skills during busy shifts.
Education
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL05-2028
High School Diploma -
Bishop Kenny High School
Jacksonville, FL05-2020
University of North Florida
Skills
- Emergency Care
- Emergency Response
- Safety Awareness
- Hands-On Classroom Experience
- Team Collaboration
- Organization and Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Relationship Building
- Positive Demeanor
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
- First Aid Certified
Timeline
Paraprofessional
St. Paul's Catholic School
08.2022 - 05.2026
Ocean Rescue Lifeguard
Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) Ocean Rescue
05.2022 - Current
Stylist
Free People
10.2021 - 06.2024
Hostess / Server
Culhane's Irish Pub
04.2018 - 04.2024
Self-Employed Babysitter
01.2015 - Current
Florida State College At Jacksonville
High School Diploma -
Bishop Kenny High School
University of North Florida