Kaley Munn
Lenoir City,TN
Summary
Compassionate Special Needs Caregiver specializing in individualized care and behavior management. Fostered children's growth by implementing IEP goals and promoting independence through tailored activities. Focused on utilizing time management and organizational skills in diverse settings while embracing new challenges.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs Child Caregiver
Self
Gallatin, Tennessee
08.2013 - Current
- Provided individualized care and support for children with special needs.
- Developed and implemented engaging activities to promote learning and social skills.
- Applied positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behaviors in children.
- Encouraged independence of students by providing them with opportunities to practice self-care skills such as dressing, toileting, eating.
- Utilized various therapeutic tools to enhance communication and interaction skills.
- Implemented appropriate teaching methods according to IEP goals for each student.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities and behavioral observations.
- Collaborated closely with school personnel in order to ensure consistency across settings.
Childcare Provider
Self-employeed
Gallatin, Tennessee
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Developed engaging activities to promote child development and learning.
- Engaged in creative play activities that fostered language development, physical activity, and problem-solving skills.
- Coordinated daily schedules for children's activities, balancing playtime, meals, and nap times for optimal development.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage positive interactions.
- Provided attentive care to children's daily needs, ensuring safety and well-being.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Taught basic skills such as personal hygiene, social manners and appropriate behavior.
- Collaborated with other caregivers to share best practices and insights.
Server
Chophouse Fireside Bar And Grill
Hendersonville, Tennessee
03.2011 - 02.2013
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas and tables.
- Assisted in training new servers.
Server
Chilis Resturant
Hendersonville, Tennessee
04.2009 - 02.2011
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Took and processed accurate food and beverage orders promptly.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas and tables.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
- Trained new servers on menu details and service techniques in a busy restaurant environment.
- Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pinnacle High School
Buffalo, OK01-2007
Skills
- Individualized care
- IEP implementation
- Behavioral management
- Therapeutic techniques
- Activity development
- Child development
- Sensory integration support
- Autism spectrum
- Intellectual disability awareness
- Records management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Collaboration skills
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Self-employeed
07.2020 - 04.2022
Special Needs Child Caregiver
Self
08.2013 - Current
Server
Chophouse Fireside Bar And Grill
03.2011 - 02.2013
Server
Chilis Resturant
04.2009 - 02.2011
High School Diploma -
Pinnacle High School