Emily McLaughlin
Iowa City,IA
Summary
Hardworking childcare professional experienced in teaching early learning lessons, supervising children and maintaining tidy work areas. Familiar with needs of children from infancy to early elementary ages. Certified in CPR and First Aid. Focused on promoting intellectual, emotional and social development in children. Knowledgeable about organizing supplies, developing lesson plans and introducing relevant topics in age-appropriate ways. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Waitress/ Bartender
Bo James
Iowa City, IA
06.2024 - Current
- Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
- Processed payments accurately using cash registers or POS systems.
- Maintained a clean work station by restocking supplies, wiping down counters.
- Assisted in seating guests at tables or booths.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
Childcare Provider
Johnston Community School District
Johnston, IA
03.2020 - 01.2024
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
- Ensured cleanliness of classroom areas including toys, furniture, materials.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Implemented discipline strategies when needed while ensuring the safety of all students.
- Encouraged positive interactions between children by providing supervision at all times.
Daycare Provider
Generation Next Child Development Center
West Des Moines, IA
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Communicated with parents regarding their child's progress in the daycare program.
- Observed each child's individual needs and provided appropriate support accordingly.
- Organized and implemented activities to stimulate physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development of children in a daycare setting.
- Provided care for infants and toddlers by changing diapers, preparing meals, helping with nap times, and organizing playtime activities.
- Collaborated closely with other daycare providers to create an effective team environment.
- Supervised children during outdoor playtime to ensure safety at all times.
- Maintained records of attendance, meals served, naps taken and general behavioral observations throughout the day.
Barista
Scooters Coffee Shop
Iowa City, IA
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Kept up-to-date records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
- Stocked shelves with ingredients needed to make coffee drinks.
- Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
- Assisted in the preparation of baked goods including muffins, cookies, scones, cakes.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Science
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05-2025
Skills
- Customer Service
- Team Collaboration
- Child Supervision
- Group leadership
- Child Development
- CPR training
- Special needs experience
- Creative lesson planning
- Safety awareness
Affiliations
- Dance Marathon
- NSSLHA
Accomplishments
- Deans List - 8 Semesters
- Presidents List - 3 Semesters
- Marketing Chair - University of Iowa Dance Marathon (2023-24)
- Public Relations Director - University of Iowa Dance Marathon (2024-25)
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Languages
American Sign Language
Limited
Timeline
Waitress/ Bartender
Bo James
06.2024 - Current
Daycare Provider
Generation Next Child Development Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Barista
Scooters Coffee Shop
10.2022 - 05.2023
Childcare Provider
Johnston Community School District
03.2020 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Science
University of Iowa
- CPR & First Aid Certified
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