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Katarina Matkovic

Lansing,MI

Summary

Motivated, compassionate and patient individual who is eager to help serve her community. A college graduate of Michigan State University, with a degree in Psychology and a minor in Youth and Society. I am a team player who can communicate effectively, work well under pressure, and encourage a positive environment for others to succeed in. My interests and passions in life are to encourage and help our youth succeed in their lives in terms of their physical, emotional, and social development.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Spartan Child Development Center
East Lansing, MI
03.2025 - Current
  • Helped students learn basic academic skills such as counting, alphabet recognition, writing letters and numbers.
  • Provided guidance to children on appropriate behavior during activities.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to ensure a positive learning environment for all students.

Classroom Support Teacher

Spartan Child Development Center
East Lansing, MI
09.2022 - 02.2025
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety and wellness.
  • Assisted the lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts, and putting children down for naps.
  • Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain a safe environment.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development with one-on-one attention.

Part Time Employee

Spartan Bookstore
East Lansing, MI
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
  • Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.

Crew Member

Chick-fil-A
Lansing, MI
10.2016 - 06.2019
  • Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
  • Drove team success by quickly completing assigned tasks.
  • Interacted pleasantly with guests to deliver quality customer service.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05.2022

Skills

  • Attentive to People
  • Relationship Building
  • Time Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Supportive Personality
  • Personal Service
  • Adaptable Under Pressure
  • Clear Communication

Timeline

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Spartan Child Development Center
03.2025 - Current

Classroom Support Teacher

Spartan Child Development Center
09.2022 - 02.2025

Part Time Employee

Spartan Bookstore
08.2021 - 08.2022

Crew Member

Chick-fil-A
10.2016 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Michigan State University

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