Kaydence Reedy
Spokane
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with a focus on early childhood education, positive reinforcement, and safety compliance. Committed to fostering a nurturing environment and implementing engaging activities that enhance children's cognitive and social development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Caregiver
The Salvation Army - Sally's House
Spokane
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted children with daily activities, promoting independence and self-care skills.
- Implemented engaging educational activities to support cognitive development and social skills.
- Monitored children's behavior, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment at all times.
- Collaborated with staff to develop individualized care plans tailored to each child's needs.
- Maintained accurate records of children's progress.
- Supported emotional well-being through active listening and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and health regulations within the facility.
Cook
The Salvation Army - Camp Gifford
Loon Lake, WA
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Prepared nutritious meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and camp standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen area to ensure safe food handling practices.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages to supervisor.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance meal service efficiency during peak dining hours.
- Implemented food safety protocols to minimize risks during food preparation and storage.
- Adapted recipes for special dietary needs, ensuring all campers received appropriate meals.
- Supported training of new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and safety procedures.
- Supervised daily camp activities, ensuring safety and engagement for all participants.
- Facilitated group games and team-building exercises to enhance social skills among campers.
- Assisted in managing camper behavior, employing conflict resolution techniques effectively.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
Afterschool Teacher
The Salvation Army - After the Bell
Spokane, WA
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to promote student learning and creativity.
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for students.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to address individual student needs effectively.
- Implemented behavioral management strategies to enhance classroom discipline.
- Facilitated recreational activities, fostering teamwork and social skills among students.
- Assisted in organizing special events, enhancing community involvement and participation.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments and feedback sessions.
Cook
The Salvation Army - Camp Gifford
Loon Lake, WA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Contributed to menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients and camper preferences into offerings.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Assisted in planning and implementing engaging activities for youth participants.
- Provided support to lead counselors during daily program operations.
- Observed and documented camper behavior to inform counselor strategies.
- Deescalated conflicts among campers and sought assistance from seniors for permanent resolutions.
Assistant Cook
The Salvation Army - Camp Gifford
Loon Lake, WA
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in food preparation, ensuring timely service during daily meal operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in kitchen and dining areas.
- Supported head cook in menu planning and ingredient sourcing for diverse dietary needs.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, adhering to operational guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies, and minimizing waste effectively.
- Responded promptly to special dietary requests, providing personalized meal options for campers.
- Assisted in planning and executing daily camp activities for diverse groups of participants.
- Fostered a supportive environment by mentoring younger campers and facilitating team-building exercises.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to ensure smooth operations and adherence to safety protocols.
- Served as a role model for younger campers by demonstrating respect, responsibility, honesty, caring attitude towards peers during camp activities.
Cook
The Salvation Army - Camp Gifford
Loon Lake, WA
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Prepared nutritious meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and camp standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen area to ensure safe food handling practices.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages to supervisor.
- Assisted in planning and executing recreational activities for participants.
- Assisted in planning and executing daily camp activities for diverse groups of participants.
- Fostered a supportive environment by mentoring younger campers and facilitating team-building exercises.
Education
High School Diploma -
Spokane Falls Community College
Spokane, WAAssociate of Arts -
Spokane Falls Community College
Spokane, WASkills
- CPR training
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Hygiene and cleanliness
- Early childhood education
- Age-appropriate activities
- Positive reinforcement
Timeline
Child Caregiver
The Salvation Army - Sally's House
09.2025 - Current
Cook
The Salvation Army - Camp Gifford
06.2025 - 08.2025
Afterschool Teacher
The Salvation Army - After the Bell
09.2024 - 06.2025
Cook
The Salvation Army - Camp Gifford
06.2024 - 08.2024
Assistant Cook
The Salvation Army - Camp Gifford
06.2023 - 08.2023
Cook
The Salvation Army - Camp Gifford
06.2022 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Spokane Falls Community College
Associate of Arts -
Spokane Falls Community College