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Karleigh Walker

Karleigh Walker

West Paducah,KY

Summary

Passionate elementary school teacher candidate with background in creating engaging and inclusive classroom environments. Skilled in developing innovative lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring all students feel valued and motivated. Strong ability to connect with students, fostering a positive and dynamic learning atmosphere. Committed to making significant contributions to overall student growth and academic success through compassionate teaching and effective communication.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Softball Instructor

Self
West Paducah, KY
08.2020 - Current
  • Incorporated sports psychology into coaching philosophy emphasizing concepts such as goal setting and visualization techniques.
  • Provided positive reinforcement to motivate players while correcting errors in technique.
  • Designed and executed practice drills to improve player agility, strength, and game intelligence.
  • Created drills to improve batting, throwing, fielding, catching, base running, and other fundamentals of the game.
  • Developed and implemented individualized softball training plans for students of all ages and abilities.
  • Instructed athletes on strategies for competition such as situational play and mental preparation.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs to enhance team performance and individual player skills.
  • Established communication channels with players and parents to discuss progress, concerns, and logistics.

Softball Umpire

Heath and Lone Oak Khoury Leagues
Paducah, KY
05.2020 - Current
  • Officiated sporting events, games or competitions and enforced game rules.
  • Served as an impartial arbiter by enforcing the rules without bias toward any particular team or individual.
  • Managed behavior of players, coaches and crowd to facilitate gameplay.
  • Explained rules, regulations and league guidelines to players and coaches.
  • Inspected sporting equipment or examined participants to verify compliance with event and safety regulations.
  • Tracked game time, starting or stopping play when necessary.

Cashier

Dicks Sporting Goods Distribution Center
Paducah, KY
08.2023 - 01.2025
  • Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
  • Processed efficient and accurate cash, check, debit and credit card payments using Point-of-Sale system.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions to highlight sales to customers.
  • Established or identified prices of goods and services and tabulated bills with optical price scanners and cash registers.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans and organizing candy racks.
  • Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
  • Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.

Snow Cone Maker

Paradise Snow
Paducah, KY
03.2022 - 08.2024
  • Warmly greeted visitors to promote great customer service and positive ordering experience.
  • Managed inventory of ice cream, toppings, and serving supplies, restocking as necessary.
  • Managed time effectively during peak hours to minimize customer wait times.
  • Pitched in to help with additional cleaning and store tasks during busy periods.
  • Adhered to local health and safety regulations to ensure a safe environment for both staff and customers.
  • Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
  • Completed end-of-day duties by balancing payments and receipts in cash register.
  • Processed payments on credit card machines and cash register and counted back bills and change to patrons.

Respite Care Worker

Private Home
Paducah, KY
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
  • Performed cooking, cleaning, and washing linens.
  • Organized recreational activities for respite participants such as sports, games, and arts and crafts.
  • Provided transportation to appointments or social events when necessary.
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
  • Attended meetings with family members regarding progress of plan of care for the respite participant.
  • Accompanied respite participants on outings and excursions in the community.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving the safety or well-being of the individual being served.
  • Implemented positive behavioral interventions when needed during interactions with respite participants.
  • Participated in enjoyable activities with clients to provide mental stimulation.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Ensured a safe environment while providing supervision of respite participants at all times.
  • Made transportation arrangements and accompanied clients for appointments, errands and outings.
  • Assisted with personal care tasks including grooming, dressing, bathing, and toileting.

Education

High School Diploma -

McCracken County High School
Paducah, KY
05-2024

Elementary Education

Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, KY

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Student engagement
  • Conflict resolution
  • Behavior management
  • Team building
  • Safety awareness
  • Oral communication
  • Field trip organization
  • Activity planning
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Child development
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Group and individual instruction

Affiliations

  • Honor Roll - 2020 - 2024
  • National Beta Club - 2022 - 2024
  • Varsity Softball Player - 2019 - 2024

Accomplishments

  • All District and All State Choir
  • Honor Roll
  • KHSAA All Academic Scholar
  • KHSCA Pre-Season top 5 players of the year
  • KHSAA Region 1 Player of the year
  • Extra Innings Softball Class of 2024 Ranked #23
  • Legends and Legacy Softball Class of 2024 Top 10 Catcher in the Nation

References

  • Jennifer Shidal, AP Language Teacher, McCracken County High School

        (270) 564-3899, jennifer.shidal@mccracken.kyschools.us

  • Katie Allen, Special Education Teacher, McCracken County High School

        (270) 210-8297, katie.allen@mccracken.kyschools.us

  • Christa Franklin Ricketts, Pitching Coach, McCracken County High School

        (623) 326-6397. christa.franklin@mccracken.kyschools.us

Timeline

Cashier

Dicks Sporting Goods Distribution Center
08.2023 - 01.2025

Respite Care Worker

Private Home
08.2023 - 06.2024

Snow Cone Maker

Paradise Snow
03.2022 - 08.2024

Softball Instructor

Self
08.2020 - Current

Softball Umpire

Heath and Lone Oak Khoury Leagues
05.2020 - Current

High School Diploma -

McCracken County High School

Elementary Education

Campbellsville University

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