Kayla Friedmann
Allison Thompson
Montclair,NJ
1
Language
5
years of professional experience
Patient and empathetic childcare professional with experience in developing age-appropriate educational activities. Proven ability to manage daily routines and communicate effectively with parents to enhance children's developmental outcomes.
Work History
Babysitter
4 Years 10 Months- Developed engaging educational activities tailored to children's interests and age levels.
- Coordinated daily schedules, including meals, naps, and recreational activities.
- Supervised and ensured safety of children during playtime and activities.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavior.
Hostess/Server
3 Months- Greeted and seated guests, creating a a welcoming atmosphere for dining experiences.
- Managed reservations and waitlists efficiently to optimize seating capacity.
- Provided menu recommendations, enhancing guest satisfaction through a personalized service.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order delivery.
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints professionally, maintaining high service standards.
- Assisted in training new team members on restaurant protocols and service techniques.
- Monitored dining area cleanliness, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Childcare Assistant
1 Year 2 Months- Assisted in implementing educational programs aligned with developmental milestones.
- Engaged children in creative play, promoting social interaction and teamwork skills.
- Monitored children's behavior, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and guidelines.
- Supported daily activities, fostering a nurturing and safe environment for children.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas, enhancing overall classroom environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding child progress and daily experiences.
- Adapted to individual needs of children, providing tailored support to enhance learning outcomes.
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent the spreading of germs.
- Managed daily routines including meal preparation, naptime, and activity setup for efficient operations.
Education
No Degree - Undecided
Skills
Time management
Problem-solving
Reliability
Following directions
Critical thinking
Child development
Patience and empathy
Strong work ethic
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making
experimenting with recipes.
Dancing
Cooking
Youth Development Programs
Crafting and DIY Projects
I enjoy sketching and drawing
which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail.
Photography
Acting and Theater
Blogging
Timeline
Hostess/Server
Neapoli Italian Kitchen
05.2026 - 08.2026Read More
Childcare Assistant
ABSea's Schoolhouse
04.2022 - 06.2023Read More
Babysitter
Allison Thompson
10.2021 - CurrentRead More
Montclair State University
No Degree from Undecided
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Awards
3rd Place in the Cape May Stage short play competition
Finalist/Winner in the Monmouth County Young Playwrights competition
Multiple awards earned over the years from competitive dance