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Kayla Mertz

Lockridge

Summary

  • Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with clients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
  • Capable of following care plans and meeting Goals set by clients and guardians.
  • Able to follow direction from my service coordinator and prepare needed documents.
  • Keeping Clients safe in and out of the community.
  • Helping with personal care.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Gymnastics Coach

Burlington YMCA
10.2024 - Current
  • Ensured safety of all participants through strict adherence to gym rules, equipment maintenance, and proper spotting techniques.
  • Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
  • Coordinated with other instructors and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
  • Boosted gymnasts'' confidence levels by offering constructive feedback and personalized support.
  • Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement.
  • Instructed individual and group classes to customize needs and emphasize proper technique and safety.
  • Cultivated a positive team environment by promoting sportsmanship, camaraderie, and mutual respect among athletes.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve technique and performance.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
  • Tailored coaching style according to each athlete''s unique needs and learning preferences, ensuring optimal individual progress.

DSP/Team Lead II

Optimae LifeServices
06.2023 - Current
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted with Education on cooking, cleaning items, and medicine, and how to properly fill out checks.
  • Assisted patients with grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Attended Annual Meetings
  • Follow Care Plans
  • Follow direction from Service Coordinator
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.

Lead Toddler Teacher

Sidney YMCA
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Created a nurturing classroom environment that supported the social-emotional growth of young learners.
  • Promoted early literacy skills through engaging storytime sessions, interactive word games, and letter recognition activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior incidents, and academic progress, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with school policies.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, resulting in increased involvement in their children''s education.
  • Increased child engagement with creative lesson plans tailored to individual needs and interests.
  • Established routines and procedures that promoted a sense of orderliness, predictability, and security for toddlers.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Integrated sensory-based activities to encourage fine motor skill development and hands-on learning experiences.
  • Implemented effective assessment strategies to monitor student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
  • Provided individualized support for children with special needs or developmental delays, working closely with specialists to implement appropriate interventions.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.

Cheerleading Instructor

Champion Force Athletics
08.2018 - 03.2023
  • Expanded program offerings by designing specialized classes for various age groups and skill levels.
  • Assisted athletes in achieving personal goals while fostering a supportive team atmosphere.
  • Promoted physical fitness among students through engaging conditioning exercises within practice sessions.
  • Evaluated athlete progress regularly, adjusting lesson plans as needed to maximize individual growth.
  • Increased student confidence by providing constructive feedback and personalized coaching strategies.
  • Mentored new coaches on best practices for effective instruction and program development.
  • Improved team cohesiveness through team-building activities and group exercises.
  • Supervised practices to ensure adherence to safety guidelines and proper technique at all times.
  • Boosted team performance by developing innovative cheerleading routines and exercises.
  • Contributed to higher competition scores with attention to detail in choreography and execution of routines.
  • Improved overall competitiveness of the cheerleading program by continually refining coaching techniques based on current industry trends.
  • Coordinated tryouts and auditions, selecting dedicated athletes who contributed positively to the team dynamic.
  • Taught cheerleaders safety and proper stunting and tumbling techniques through proper demonstrations.
  • Provided training direction, encouragement and motivation to prepare cheerleaders for competitive events.

Education

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

University Of Phoenix
Online
01-2010

High School Diploma -

Upper Valley Joint Vocational School
Piqua, OH
05-2008

High School Diploma -

Sidney High School
Sidney, OH
05-2008

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Patience and empathy
  • Positive coaching
  • Safety awareness
  • Motivation and encouragement
  • Scheduling and organization
  • Goal setting strategies
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Effective motivational techniques
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Fast learner
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Multitasking

Timeline

Gymnastics Coach

Burlington YMCA
10.2024 - Current

DSP/Team Lead II

Optimae LifeServices
06.2023 - Current

Lead Toddler Teacher

Sidney YMCA
09.2022 - 03.2023

Cheerleading Instructor

Champion Force Athletics
08.2018 - 03.2023

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

University Of Phoenix

High School Diploma -

Upper Valley Joint Vocational School

High School Diploma -

Sidney High School

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