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Katelyn Gaylord

Traverse City,MI

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate pre-med student with a strong desire to learn and contribute to the well-being of others. Eager to gain hands-on experience in the medical field while pursuing academic studies, demonstrating a commitment to personal and professional growth. Driven by a passion for healthcare, aiming to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and communities.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver, Special Needs

Gt Independence
05.2025 - Current
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of client by assisting with hand washing and personal grooming.
  • Guided client to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Cooked meals and assisted client with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Provided compassionate and client-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Communicated with client verbally and by using ASL or AAC apps.
  • Worked with client to ensure the increase of independence.
  • Followed the patient care plan and monitored the progress.

Summer Camp Lead Teacher

Munson Medical Center
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Communicated frequently with parents about child growth and progress.
  • Prepared lesson plans and daily activities to keep children engaged while maintaining a structured classroom.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support child development and personal growth.
  • Met with children, parents and camp coordinators to address and resolve students' behavioral issues.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.

Assistant Bookkeeper

FiberNorth
05.2023 - 05.2025
  • Reconciled bank and credit card accounts, processed incoming invoices and payments, organized files, and maintained the cleanliness of the office.
  • Confirmed accounts payable and controlled expenses by receiving, processing, verifying and reconciling invoices.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.

Summer Camp Assistant Teacher

Munson Medical Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Built positive and productive relationships with students and parents
  • Modeled appropriate behavior to help children develop decision making, problem-solving and other essential life skills.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.

Private Nanny

N/a
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.

Umpire Coordinator

Traverse Area Girls Softball
06.2021 - 07.2022
  • Assigned umpires for about 8 games per week
  • Trained new umpires on the rules of the league
  • Assisted in the recruitment of new umpires
  • Maintained the cleanliness of the equipment shed
  • Set up each of the 5 fields for games every night
  • Distributed paychecks to each of the umpires.
  • Stayed composed and professional in high-pressure and emotionally-charged situations with coaches, players and fans.
  • Maintained control of games, for safe, timely event running.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health Science

Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MI
05-2027

High School -

Traverse City Central High School
Traverse City, MI
06.2023

Skills

  • Emotional support
  • Effective problem resolution
  • Responsive to new challenges
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Safety awareness
  • Child supervision

Certification

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - November 2024

Timeline

Summer Camp Lead Teacher

Munson Medical Center
06.2025 - 08.2025

Caregiver, Special Needs

Gt Independence
05.2025 - Current

Summer Camp Assistant Teacher

Munson Medical Center
06.2024 - 08.2024

Assistant Bookkeeper

FiberNorth
05.2023 - 05.2025

Private Nanny

N/a
06.2022 - 08.2023

Umpire Coordinator

Traverse Area Girls Softball
06.2021 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Health Science

Aquinas College

High School -

Traverse City Central High School

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