Kinley Freese
Sioux Falls
Summary
Motivated and adaptable professional with a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and a proactive attitude. Brings a unique understanding of childhood needs and in-home care, effectively balancing diverse child and household priorities through strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Detail-oriented, quick to learn new concepts, and equipped with solid research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Highly responsible, diligent, and eager to contribute to a dynamic team while supporting organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
Ryan and Kia Pidde
Sioux Falls
05.2025 - Current
- For Ryan and Kia Pidde
- Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy of all family matters and information.
- Provided overnight care as needed, ensuring a safe and secure environment.
Nanny and House Manager
Jered Johnson/Pepper Entertainment
Sioux Falls
09.2024 - 08.2025
- For Kristin and Jered Johnson
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry or meal preparation.
- Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments when needed.
- Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
- Provided overnight care as needed, ensuring a safe and secure environment.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy of all family matters and information.
- Traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
Nanny
Tiffany and Mark Krogstad
Brandon
09.2022 - 08.2025
- For Tiffany and Mark Krogstad
- Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
Host
Trio Jazz Club
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Welcomed guests upon arrival and efficiently managed seating arrangements.
- Assisted guests with inquiries about menu options and special events.
- Trained new hosts on customer service protocols and reservation systems.
Childcare Leader
Motiv Fitness
Sioux Falls
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Trained and mentored new staff on childcare best practices and organizational policies.
Front Desk employee
Motiv Fitness
Sioux Falls
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with fitness trainers and staff to facilitate seamless client experiences.
- Processed billing and payments, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Handled telephone reception duties, directing calls and taking messages when necessary.
- Assisted in organizing and promoting special events and fitness classes.
Host, Expo and Service Support
Maribella Ristorante
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Welcomed guests upon arrival and ensured a friendly atmosphere.
- Organized all food orders coming from the Kitchen, organized if the food would go to Brix, Trio, or Maribella
- Bussed Tables, and reset the Restaurant
Junior Golf Coach
First Tee of South Dakota
Sioux Falls
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Assessed players' progress through regular evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
- Encouraged a positive learning atmosphere through constructive feedback and support.
Indoor and Outdoor Lifeguard
City of Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure readiness for emergency situations.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of pool safety protocols.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, executing rescues with confidence and skill.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
- Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the swimming area at all times.
Education
Business Management
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-2028
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
Sioux Falls, SD05-2025
Skills
- Project management
- Customer service
- Team building
- Childcare supervision
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Hardworking
- People-oriented
- Extremely Dependable
- Exceptionally Driven
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 04/04/07
Awards
- Speaker at One Sioux Falls Media Briefing, 05/2025
- First Tee National Opportunity Participant, Innovators Forum, Learned to serve and be a compassionate leader.
Community And Civic Engagement
- 450+ hours in the last six years (2019-2025)
- First Tee of South Dakota Fundraising Golf Tournaments, 2019-2025
- Salvation Army Afterschool Care Volunteer, 2022-2025
- First Tee Homework and Hitting Coordinator at Hawthorne Elementary, 2022-2025
- Created a community service project at Hawthorne Elementary, 2023-2025
- Year-Round Preschool Sunday School Teacher at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 2021-2025
- John Harris Elementary Second Grade Weekly Mentor, 2024-2025
- Sioux Falls Downtown Library Monthly Disc Cleaner, 2023-2025
- First Tee National Opportunity Participant at Innovators Forum, 2023
- Host of LHS Golf Team's Annual Blanket Tying Event, 2021-2025
- Weekly Volunteer at The Banquet in Downtown Sioux Falls, 2022-2025
- Bishop-Dudley Hospitality House Monthly Volunteer, 2024-2025
- Sanford Children's Hospital Weekly Book Reader, 2023-2025
- Sanford Children's Hospital Christmas at the Castle Volunteer, 2022-2025
- Monthly NICU Volunteer at Sanford Health, 05/2025
Clubs And Organizations
- LHS Yoga Club, President, 08/2022 - 05/2025, Organized Bi-Weekly meetings, lined up guest speakers and instructors.
- LHS Student Council, Co-President, 08/2024 - 05/2025, Organized weekly meetings and led all student council events.
- LHS Student Council, Community Service Chair, 08/2023 - 05/2024, Planned monthly community service events.
- LHS Student Council, Co-Publicist, 08/2022 - 05/2023, Published social media works and designed appealing media.
- City of Sioux Falls Mayor's Youth Council, Member, 08/2024 - 05/2025, Learned about city government.
- LHS Girls Basketball Team, Manager and Social Media Coordinator, 08/2021 - 05/2025, Coordinated practice and created social media content.
- English National Honors Society, Member, 08/2024 - 05/2025
- Math National Honors Society, Member, 08/2024 - 05/2025
- LHS Lunch Mentor, Mentor, 08/2023 - 05/2025, Helped underclassman with homework and provided friendship.
- LHS Best Buddies Club, Member, 08/2021 - 05/2025, Supported one-to-one friendships with students with disabilities.
- LHS Statesman, Staff Writer, 08/2022 - 05/2024
- Sanford Health MedEx, Participant, Healthcare program exposing students to different jobs.
- Lincoln High School Girls Golf, Golfer, 08/2021 - 05/2025, Varsity team member and letterwinner.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nanny
Ryan and Kia Pidde
05.2025 - Current
Nanny and House Manager
Jered Johnson/Pepper Entertainment
09.2024 - 08.2025
Host
Trio Jazz Club
01.2024 - 01.2025
Childcare Leader
Motiv Fitness
01.2024 - 01.2025
Front Desk employee
Motiv Fitness
01.2024 - 01.2025
Nanny
Tiffany and Mark Krogstad
09.2022 - 08.2025
Host, Expo and Service Support
Maribella Ristorante
01.2022 - 01.2025
Junior Golf Coach
First Tee of South Dakota
01.2022 - 01.2024
Indoor and Outdoor Lifeguard
City of Sioux Falls
01.2021 - 01.2023
Business Management
Texas Tech University
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School