Kayla Elam
Hollis,NY
Summary
Dedicated and responsible high school graduate with experience in childcare and leadership. Proven ability to manage and coordinate activities while ensuring a safe and engaging environment. Strong communication and organizational skills with a passion for community involvement. Diligent professional with excellent multitasking, organizational and time management abilities. Skilled at promoting items and completing customer sales, smoothly suggesting purchases to drive revenue and promoting positive experiences to strengthen customer loyalty. Familiar with merchandise exchange protocols] and adaptable to new processes and procedures.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Self-Employed
Queens, New York
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Provided attentive and responsible childcare for multiple families.
- Ensured a safe and engaging environment for children of various ages.
- Assisted with homework, meal preparation, and bedtime routines.
- Developed strong communication skills through interactions with parents and children.
Youth Group Manager
Police Athletic League
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Led and organized youth group activities, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
- Managed schedules, planned events, and coordinated volunteers.
- Developed leadership skills by mentoring and guiding younger members.
- Strengthened teamwork and problem-solving abilities through group projects and activities.
- Managed volunteer efforts, providing training and support for effective engagement.
- Facilitated team building exercises to encourage collaboration and communication.
Cashier
Primark
Jamaica, New York
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided excellent service.
- Maintained accurate cash register operations and balanced cash drawers daily.
- Handled customer complaints professionally and resolved issues promptly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cambria Heights Academy
Jamaica, NY06-2024
Associate of Science -
Queensborough Community College
Oakland Gardens, NYSkills
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Time management and multitasking
- Childcare and youth mentorship
- Problem-solving and adaptability
- Conflict resolution and mediation
- Event planning and coordination
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Basic first aid and emergency response knowledge
- Cash handling
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Cashier
Primark
04.2023 - 03.2024
Youth Group Manager
Police Athletic League
11.2022 - 01.2023
Babysitter
Self-Employed
01.2020 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Cambria Heights Academy
Associate of Science -
Queensborough Community College