Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Scholarship reciptent
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Karly Byrd

Pittsburg,KS

Summary

Offering compassionate and nurturing approach, eager to learn and grow in child-focused environment. Brings understanding of child development principles and behavior management strategies, with ability to adapt quickly. Ready to use and develop skills in activity planning and safety supervision in a teaching role.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Child and Youth Program Assistant

YMCA of Greater Kansas City
08.2023 - Current
  • Delivered high level of care, assistance and supervision to children in compliance with organization's rules and policies.
  • Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn, play, and grow in both indoor and outdoor settings.
  • Communicated effectively with children, fellow staff members and parents.
  • Managed classroom materials and resources effectively, maintaining an organized space conducive to learning.
  • Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
  • Developed and implemented fun, educational activities for children of varying ages.
  • Communicated effectively with children, fellow staff members and parents by utilizing active listening and interpersonal skills.

Babysitter

Local Families
08.2023 - Current
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Leavenworth High School
Leavenworth
05-2024

Skills

  • Issue resolution
  • Activity organization
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Patience and empathy
  • Health and safety
  • Planning activities
  • Collaboration and relationships
  • Youth engagement
  • Child safety
  • Special needs support
  • Team interaction
  • Activity implementation
  • Multicultural sensitivity

Scholarship reciptent

I received scholarships to attend PIttsburg State from Pittsburg State for all my four years.  I also received two from my high school for majoring in education.  

Timeline

Child and Youth Program Assistant

YMCA of Greater Kansas City
08.2023 - Current

Babysitter

Local Families
08.2023 - Current

High School Diploma -

Leavenworth High School
Karly Byrd