Karissa Dunaway
Warsaw,VA
Summary
Positive, adaptable, and reliable with strong commitment to teamwork and customer service. Understands importance of maintaining clean and organized environment, coupled with skills in handling transactions and providing excellent customer experiences. Aiming to contribute to positive team atmosphere and ensure customer satisfaction.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew Member
McDonald's
Rt 360, 17 Essex St, Tappahannock, VA 22560
2025 - Current
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, and sales techniques.
First Grade Paraprofessional
Richmond County School System
Warsaw, VA
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
Education
General Studies
Rappahannock High School
Warsaw, VA09.2025
Skills
- Special Needs assistance
- Organized and responsible with ability to manage time and prioritize tasks
- English
- Food Service
- Fundraising
- Strong communication skills developed through participation in student clubs and volunteer activities
- Childcare
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking and organization
- Time management
- Clear communication
- Cash handling
- Cleaning
- Taking orders
- Flexible schedule
- Safe food handling
- Verbal and written communication
- Drive-thru operations
- Heavy lifting
- Telephone etiquette
- Equipment maintenance
- Diversity awareness
- Order delivery practices
- Willingness to learn
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
First Grade Paraprofessional
Richmond County School System
08.2024 - 05.2025
Crew Member
McDonald's
2025 - Current
General Studies
Rappahannock High School