Kennedy Echols
Chicago,IL
Summary
Compassionate professional experienced in childcare, customer service, and healthcare training. Proven ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively in fast-paced environments. CPR-certified with strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and teamwork. Ready to deliver reliable service while contributing to organizational goals and continuous skill development.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Mariano's
Chicago, IL
11.2025 - Current
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently
- Provided friendly and professional customer service
- Maintained trust and satisfaction through honest service
CNA Student
Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Assisted with bathing, feeding, dressing, grooming, and mobility during CNA training.
• Practiced obtaining and recording vital signs.
• Applied infection prevention and proper hand hygiene techniques.
• Learned safe patient transfer and positioning techniques.
• Strengthened communication skills while providing compassionate patient care.
• Worked collaboratively with instructors and healthcare professionals in a clinical learning environment.
• Developed strong time management, professionalism, and teamwork skills.
Teacher Aide
Miracles Home Daycare
Chicago, IL
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided daily care and supervision for children ages 0–5 in a safe, nurturing environment.
- Facilitated daily care routines including feeding, diapering, toileting, and hand hygiene to promote children's well-being.
- Monitored children’s health, behavior, and emotional well-being and communicated concerns to staff and families.
• Maintained a clean and sanitized classroom while following health and safety procedures.
• Supported children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and language development through age-appropriate activities.
• Assisted with outdoor play, field trips, meals, and daily transitions while ensuring children’s safety.
• Built trusting relationships with children and families through compassionate communication. - Collaborated with teachers and staff to tailor individualized support plans for each child, enhancing their developmental progress.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL 06.2026 - 07.2026
CNA Program -
Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL 01.2025 - 04.2026
High School -
Morgan Park High School
Chicago, IL 08.2022 - 05.2026
Skills
- Cash handling
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Safety
- Infection Prevention & Control
- CPR Certified
- Vital Signs
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Patient Care
Awards
- Weighted GPA, 5.0-6.0 (Junior Year, First Semester)
- Accelerated 12-Week CNA Program, Malcolm X College
- CPR Certification, American Heart Association, 11/01/24, Present
- Mandated Reporter
- SIDS/Safe Sleep Training
- Food Handler Certification
- Trauma-Informed Practice for Child Care Providers
- Lead in Water: Protecting Illinois Children
- Welcoming Each and Every Child
Start Early, Chicago, IL, Twanna Whiting, Mentor Coach/ Homebased , twhiting@startearly.org, Back to School Recruitment Event, 08/01/24, Assisted families in need by distributing school supplies, Provided excellent service to children and families, Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, 10/01/24, Participated in awareness effort and community engagement, Honored survivors and remembered those lost, Built connections with community organizations
Timeline
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
06.2026 - 07.2026
Cashier
Mariano's
11.2025 - Current
CNA Program -
Malcolm X College
01.2025 - 04.2026
CNA Student
Malcolm X College
01.2025 - 04.2025
Teacher Aide
Miracles Home Daycare
12.2022 - 01.2024
High School -
Morgan Park High School
08.2022 - 05.2026