Kimberly Rekstis
Columbus,OH
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic employee trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Assistant Teacher passionate about helping children complete tasks and learn new concepts. Skilled at evaluating student progression and adapting lesson plans to facilitate learning and growth. Caring and compassionate with students from diverse backgrounds and with different learning styles. Dedicated Assistant Teacher with excellent communication and coordination skills demonstrated through previous classroom experience. Compassionate, professional and committed to student learning and overall wellbeing. Quick to jump in and help teacher with student or administrative needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Floater, Toddler Assistant & Lead Teacher
Columbus Early Learning Center
06.2023 - Current
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Floater Teacher
The Nest Scools
10.2019 - 11.2022
- Promoted a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering mutual respect among students.
- Built and maintained environment that stimulated learning and supported student achievement.
- Exercised great adaptability in transitioning between assigned classrooms.
- Established open lines of communication with parents, updating them on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
Kitchen manager, cook
West Shore Child Care Center
04.2015 - 09.2018
- Created monthly menus
- Responsible for weekly ordering of food, sanitizing products and kitchen supplies
- Daily preparation of Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack
- Follow sanitation requirements in kitchen and each classroom every morning and evening
- Prepared fundraising meals
- Followed CACFP guidelines
- Maintained allergy log for each child.
Kitchen
Heinen's
- Work in all areas of the hot and cold kitchen
- Organize and prep recipes
- Follow sanitation requirements in daily, nightly and weekly cleaning duties
- Work with team members to put away orders and maintain organization of all food storage areas.
Pastry chef, line cook & prep
Pier W
- Helped build and design Pastry menu
- Was responsible for our pastry Brunch buffet
- Was a part planning wine dinner menus
- Assisted the Chef with creative ideas.
Kitchen manager
Bspot
- In charge of inventory, ordering, opening and closing duties
- Oversaw the production of product
- Maintained food safety and sanitation
- Assisted anywhere in the kitchen that needed help
- Worked closely with the other employees on each shift.
Pastry Chef, Sous Chef
Crop Bistro
- Responsible for Planning and executing of Dessert menu
- Responsible for inventory, ordering, & scheduling
- Maintained food safety and sanitation
- Responsible for savory lunch specials as well as the everyday menu
- Assisted the Chef with menu ideas
- Responsible for opening & closing duties.
Kitchen manager, chocolatier & Baker
Sweet Moses
07.2011 - 12.2013
- In charge of inventory, schedule & ordering
- Assisted the owner with display cases & design boards
- Assisted in the menu, prepping & execution of the stand at Jacobs field
- Came up with daily specials.
Education
N/A - Elementary Education
St. Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Classroom Management
- Materials Preparation
- Student Engagement
- Class coordination
- Small Group Supervision
- Safety Guidelines
- Classroom Supervision
- Group and individual instruction
- Early Childhood Education
- Serving Diverse Communities
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Progress Reporting
- CPR and First Aid
- Creating Visual Displays
- Student safety
- Attendance monitoring
- Art and music support
Activities
Upon request
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Floater, Toddler Assistant & Lead Teacher
Columbus Early Learning Center
06.2023 - Current
Floater Teacher
The Nest Scools
10.2019 - 11.2022
Kitchen manager, cook
West Shore Child Care Center
04.2015 - 09.2018
Kitchen manager, chocolatier & Baker
Sweet Moses
07.2011 - 12.2013
Kitchen
Heinen's
Pastry chef, line cook & prep
Pier W
Kitchen manager
Bspot
Pastry Chef, Sous Chef
Crop Bistro
N/A - Elementary Education
St. Joseph's University
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