Kayla Hindahl
Studemt
New Lenox,IL
Summary
I am a student at Illinois State University trying to purse a degree in Special Education. Within my years of working, I obtained great customer service and a variety of ways to help others. I am dedicated with experience in teamwork, professionalism, and working together as a team to succeed. I am looking for a job to excel my knowledge in assisting others in need.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aide
Lincoln Way Special Recreation Association
08.2021 - 08.2023
- My responsibility as an aid was to assist and support individuals ages 3-99 who have special needs. This would include a variety of clubs, cooking classes, after school care, dances, summer camp and many other programs.
- Keeping supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked.
- Established an independent environment for individuals to belong and grow.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support.
- Helped the participants make friends and learn new information about things they were interested in.
- Assist with special accommodations for participants including but not limited to: diaper and toileting needs, feeding and g-tube management.
- Supported children's development by encouraging teamwork and understanding of others.
- Observed and monitored children's activities.
- Provided grooming and mobility assistance to support daily living needs.
One on One Special Education Aide
State Of Illinois
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Transportation to activities.
- Various educational activities.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Established professional relationships with parents.
Cashier
Buffalo Wild Wings
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Work well with others.
Cashier
Rising Sun
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Answer phone calls
- Good customer service
- Assist customers with questions/
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
Cashier
Spirt Halloween
Bloomington, IL
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Learned how to use the computer and cash register.
- Ability to learn quickly.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Way Central High School
New Lenox, IL05.2022
No Degree - Special Education
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, ILBachelor of Arts -
Illinois State University
Normal, IL 08.2023 - Current
Skills
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Time management
- Leadership
- Flexibility
- Work hard under pressure
- Good customer service
- Multi-tasking
Certification
- CPR certified
- First Aid Certified
- Seizure Certified
Timeline
Cashier
Spirt Halloween
10.2023 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Arts -
Illinois State University
08.2023 - Current
One on One Special Education Aide
State Of Illinois
06.2023 - 08.2023
Aide
Lincoln Way Special Recreation Association
08.2021 - 08.2023
Cashier
Buffalo Wild Wings
04.2021 - 08.2022
Cashier
Rising Sun
02.2020 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Way Central High School
No Degree - Special Education
Joliet Junior College
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