Kayla Christmas
Ellensburg,WA
Summary
Dedicated Recreation Assistant with proven success enhancing recreational opportunities to support community needs. Promoted safe environment for staff and participants while maintaining responsible operations of programs. Demonstrated diplomacy, objectivity, positive attitude and high energy. Approached each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience and humor. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Teaching position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Aide
Stan Bassett Youth Center
09.2022 - Current
- Enhanced participant enjoyment by planning and implementing diverse recreational activities.
- Increased community involvement in programs by promoting events through various communication channels.
- Assisted individuals with special needs, ensuring an inclusive environment for all participants.
- Improved facility safety by conducting regular inspections and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Fostered positive relationships with participants'' families, keeping them informed about program updates and individual progress.
- Led group activities that promoted physical fitness, mental well-being, creativity, social interaction, or skill development among participants.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of special events, such as holiday celebrations or community gatherings, resulting in memorable experiences for attendees.
- Responded to public inquiries to provide information about programs and facilities.
- Collaborated with staff to create recreation offerings and facilitated communication about new programs to generate involvement.
Nanny
Something More Photography
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Fostered creativity through art projects, music appreciation, and imaginative play designed to stimulate young minds.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
- Implemented creative learning strategies tailored to each child''s interests and abilities for enhanced cognitive growth.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Assisted in the development of social skills by arranging playdates with peers in a supervised setting.
- Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for school pick-ups/drop-offs or appointments while prioritizing safety precautions during transit.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
Restaurant Hostess
Club At Snoqualmie Ridge
08.2019 - 02.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by greeting and seating guests promptly upon arrival.
- Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
- Provided exceptional service through friendly interactions with customers, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Managed reservations effectively, accommodating special requests and ensuring accurate guest counts.
- Collaborated with servers to ensure smooth transitions between tables, minimizing wait times for guests.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and inviting restaurant environment by clearing tables and setting up for the next guests.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by supporting coworkers during peak hours or when understaffed.
- Promoted repeat business through engaging conversations with guests, remembering preferences, and personalizing their experiences.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Helped facilitate cooperation between service and kitchen staff to professionally meet guest needs and resolve problems.
- Cross-trained to handle different restaurant roles, including bar, kitchen and to-go stations.
- Promoted business loyalty by fostering positive customer relationships.
- Minimized customer service complaints by expertly managing customer expectations during busy periods.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA06.2025
High School Diploma -
Mount Si High School
Snoqualmie, WA06.2021
Skills
- Exercise development
- Camp organization
- Equipment management
- Safety awareness
- Creativity and Innovation
- Activity Coordination
- Strong Work Ethic
- Safe Driving Record
- Early Childhood Education
- Age-Appropriate Activity Planning
Timeline
Recreation Aide
Stan Bassett Youth Center
09.2022 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
Club At Snoqualmie Ridge
08.2019 - 02.2021
Nanny
Something More Photography
06.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching
Central Washington University
High School Diploma -
Mount Si High School
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