Katherine Cooley
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Motivated and outgoing. Resourceful and well-organized. Team. Strong verbal and written communication skills, organized nature and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict. Demonstrated ability to complete tasks accurately despite interruptions and competing demands. Big people-person who is all about forming close relationships with coworkers and customers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
After-School Care Worker
Palm Beach Day Academy
01.2022 - Current
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
Childcare Worker
Ducklings Early Learning Center
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
Cashier
Giant Food Stores
03.2020 - 10.2020
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Waitress
Crosslands
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Greeted customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Keiser University
West Palm Beach, FL05.2026
Skills
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Sales Expertise
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Guest Inquiries
- Customer Assistance
- Social Perception
Timeline
After-School Care Worker
Palm Beach Day Academy
01.2022 - Current
Childcare Worker
Ducklings Early Learning Center
12.2020 - 05.2021
Cashier
Giant Food Stores
03.2020 - 10.2020
Waitress
Crosslands
09.2018 - 03.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Keiser University
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