Kyla Nardecchia
Kea‘au,HI
Summary
Hardworking and passionate with a desire to serve others through deep care, reflective listening, physical support, and attuned presence. Knowledgeable and experienced in the realm of nonviolent communication, gentle guidance, supporting birthing women, and managing multiple tasks with a positive attitude. A friendly and present human who thrives independently and as part of a small team. Currently practicing as a Postpartum Doula, Photographer, and Child-Care Provider
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer
Self-Employed
03.2023 - Current
- Set up various scenes for different shoots.
- Communicated efficiently with lead on the set.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Photographed high-quality images for various advertisements and digital projects.
- Leveraged camera gear and equipment to express creative vision.
PostPartum Doula
Self-Employed
04.2022 - Current
- Provided deep and consistent emotional support.
- Cooked and meal prepped.
- Helped with housekeeping tasks & child-care.
- Handled and processed the placenta.
- Supported health and healing by setting up steams and sitz baths.
- Demonstrated respect, care and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to clients, handling challenging situations with ease.
Child Care Provider
Self-Employed
01.2020 - Current
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Birth Doula
Self-Employed
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Collaborated on prenatal examinations and provided guidance and support to mother and spouse.
- Provided physical and emotional support during labor.
- Documented vitals for mother to be during labor.
- Provided postpartum support through reflective listening, house-keeping, cooking, and setting up steams.
- Assisted in the transportation from home to a hospital setting.
Substitute Teacher
Happy Hearts Hui
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
Teaching Assistant
Self Employed
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted teacher in a 9 week young girls group focused on art, friendship, and self-awareness.
- Supported teacher with classroom management to maintain positive learning environment.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in outside environments.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teacher.
Feminine Health Workshop Facilitator
Self-Employed
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Planned and facilitated various workshops on feminine health issues, and guided participants in self-care exercises.
- Facilitated self-reflection and sharing exercises between participants .
- Advertised for the event and employed various methods to maximize attendance.
- Provided leadership for attendees, guiding activities and facilitating a supportive environment.
Waitress
Condado Tacos
05.2015 - 08.2019
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Used a cash bank and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
- Maintained presence, authenticity, and friendliness while interacting with costumers.
Americorps Employee
Franklinton Farms Nonprofit
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Created neighborhood wellbeing and connection through farming, gardening, and beautification of communal safe spaces.
- Provided healthy food access to low-income areas through weekly farm stands and local CSA produce delivery.
- Improved environmental sustainability through tending garden beds by watering, weeding, and planting herbs and vegetables.
- Worked enthusiastically with a team.
Education
Certificate - Lactation And Feeding Newborns
MotherTree Birth
Virtual10.2023
Certificate - Birth Work
Sacred Fire Midwifery Foundations Group
Pahoa, HI04.2023
Certificate - Birth Work
DONA Certified Doula Training
Pahoa, HI02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Women's, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
Ohio State University
Columbus05.2016
Skills
- Strong communication and mediation skills
- Deep emotional support and attunement to others' needs
- Adaptable and quick to learn new skills
- Passion and devotion for service to others
- Detail orientated in regards to cleanliness, direction, and organization
- Efficient at multi-tasking
Timeline
Birth Doula
Self-Employed
04.2023 - 10.2023
Photographer
Self-Employed
03.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Happy Hearts Hui
01.2023 - 02.2023
Teaching Assistant
Self Employed
09.2022 - 12.2022
Feminine Health Workshop Facilitator
Self-Employed
07.2022 - 10.2022
PostPartum Doula
Self-Employed
04.2022 - Current
Child Care Provider
Self-Employed
01.2020 - Current
Americorps Employee
Franklinton Farms Nonprofit
06.2018 - 08.2018
Waitress
Condado Tacos
05.2015 - 08.2019
Certificate - Lactation And Feeding Newborns
MotherTree Birth
Certificate - Birth Work
Sacred Fire Midwifery Foundations Group
Certificate - Birth Work
DONA Certified Doula Training
Bachelor of Science - Women's, Gender, & Sexuality Studies
Ohio State University
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