Kirsten Jolley
Shelley,ID
Summary
Dedicated and responsible professional with exceptional interpersonal skills, consistently delivering high-quality results. Committed to continuous personal and professional growth, focusing on rapid learning and outstanding performance across all tasks. Emphasizing kindness and respect in every interaction, a proactive approach fosters positive contributions to team dynamics and aligns with organizational goals. Bilingual in English and Spanish, adept at engaging in both public and one-on-one communications, bringing an upbeat and honest drive to every endeavor.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Latter Day Saints Missionary
04.2024 - 09.2025
- Trained three new missionaries on effectively sharing the missionary message in the Cochabamba community.
- Trained new missionaries on cultural sensitivity and community engagement techniques, contributing to their successful integration into the mission field.
- Addressed individual needs through personalized mentoring sessions, helping them achieve their goals within the mission context.
- Mentored peers in spiritual growth and goal-setting, enhancing overall mission effectiveness.
- Organized and facilitated workshops to promote personal development and leadership skills, and facilitated group discussions on spiritual topics, promoting personal growth and reflection among participants.
- Conducted public speaking engagements at churches and other gatherings to share experiences and insights from missionary work with members of the church to help in personal growth.
- Prepared and delivered mission-related presentations to church and community groups.
- Demonstrated adaptability and cultural sensitivity while interacting with diverse populations, contributing towards building trustful relationships and fostering long-term connections.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to individuals experiencing difficulties or crises, demonstrating empathy and compassion.
- Conversed with people and imparted knowledge of faith using strong public speaking and one-on-one discussions.
- Wrote and delivered sermons to large gatherings and groups.
- Assisted with organizing religious activities and services.
- Became fluent in the Spanish language.
- Enhanced language skills for non-native English speakers through tailored tutoring sessions in groups or one on one.
Daycare Teacher
Creations of a Child
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Created a safe and nurturing environment for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social well-being through positive discipline techniques and honest clear rules of the classroom.
- Led daily activities such as circle time, arts and crafts, story time, outdoor play, and sensory exploration to promote learning and development in both fine and gross motor skills, helping the kids to find their creative likes and develop coordination and skill.
- Supported children during mealtimes by teaching proper eating habits and etiquette and monitoring dietary restrictions or allergies
- Ensured a clean and organized classroom environment by regularly sanitizing toys, equipment, surfaces, and encouraging habits of teamwork with the kids in accomplishing task such as picking up toys
- Promoted effective communication between parents/guardians through daily verbal updates at drop-off/pick-up times. Every parent received a personally filled out form of the activities and progress of their child throughout the day
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities by implementing visual schedules or using songs/rhymes as games
- Encouraged creativity and self-expression and love for learning through art projects, music, dance, and interactive storytimes
- Demonstrated patience, understanding, and compassion when dealing with challenging behaviors or emotional situations by using child teaching techniques that we were taught in trainings
- Maintained 24 children healthy and safe between only 2 teachers.
Nanny/Babysitter
Magan Abbott
05.2020 - 10.2022
- Cared for 2 children between the ages of 1 and 3 years old.
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safe and engaging environments for children.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavioral concerns.
- Provided emotional support, fostering positive relationships to build confidence in children.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Firth High School
Firth, ID05.2023
Skills
- Home cleaning services
- Childcare management
- Early childhood support
- Subject-specific tutoring
- Adobe Photoshop certification
- Adobe Illustrator certification
- Outdoor gardening tasks
- Conversational Spanish skills
- First aid knowledge and application
- Effective public speaking
- Strategic idea generation
Certification
- Driver's License
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Interests
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
- Acting and Theater
- Team Sports
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Avid Reader
Timeline
Latter Day Saints Missionary
04.2024 - 09.2025
Daycare Teacher
Creations of a Child
08.2023 - 03.2024
Nanny/Babysitter
Magan Abbott
05.2020 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Firth High School