Kendall Smith
Bloomsburg,PA
Summary
Early childhood professional with experience in classroom management and play-based learning. Builds nurturing daily routines that support toilet training. Maintains clean, safe learning environments through consistent sanitation and supervision.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Flex Daycare Teacher
Brite Beginnings childcare
Bloomsburg, PA
06.2023 - Current
- Facilitated indoor and outdoor play activities, promoting social interaction and developmental skills.
- Taught foundational skills in colors, shapes, and letters.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Assisted Brite Beginnings Childcare in implementing classroom routines and engaging learning activities.
- Communicated daily with parents regarding children's behavior, meals, and activities, while fostering transparency and collaboration.
- Kept classrooms clean and safe by sanitizing toys, tables, and surfaces.
- Supported children with toilet training by providing guidance and encouragement during bathroom visits. and diaper changing.
Host/Server/Bartender
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
10.2023 - 04.2026
- Prepared diverse mixed drinks and cocktails, enhancing guest experience at bar and restaurant.
- Maintained cleanliness of bar stations, glassware, and service areas to ensure high standards of service.
- Verified identification and followed alcohol service rules for guests.
- Seated guests efficiently and maintained an organized waitlist to optimize guest flow.
- Directed parties to open tables based on server sections and availability.
- Welcomed guests and shared menu options during busy dining service.
- Entered food and beverage orders accurately and sent requests to kitchen staff.
- Brought meals to tables quickly and checked guest satisfaction during dining experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bloomsburg Area High School
Bloomsburg, PA06-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Undecided
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PAAssociate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PA10-2026
Skills
- Child development
- Classroom management
- Child observation
- Reinforcement strategies
- Play-based learning
- Sanitation practices
- Safety compliance
- Parent engagement
- Collaboration skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Arts and crafts skills
- Identification verification
- Alcohol service training
- Client relations
Certification
- CPR and First Aid
Timeline
Host/Server/Bartender
Applebee's Grill + Bar
10.2023 - 04.2026
Flex Daycare Teacher
Brite Beginnings childcare
06.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Bloomsburg Area High School
Some College (No Degree) - Undecided
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Luzerne County Community College