Kyra Knighton
Marion,NC
Summary
Passionate child care professional with 5 plus years working with children ranging from Preschool to school age in a variety of different child care settings ,providing safe nurturing environments to establish great relationships,creating and establishing structured routines and implementing rules and regulations in state licensed programs
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Program Coordinator
Corpening Memorial YMCA
Marion, NC
03.2021 - Current
- Developed engaging games and activities to captivate students within a safe, enjoyable environment.
- Provided assistance with homework and other academic tasks.
- Supervised activities such as sports, board games, and arts and crafts.
- Organized field trips for students to explore nearby attractions such as museums and parks.
- Coordinated family nights and holiday parties, strengthening community engagement and fostering relationships among families.
- Ensured the safety of all participants by adhering to state rules and regulations.
- Coordinated daily schedules and managed transitions between activities smoothly.
- Communicated with parents about children's progress and daily experiences.
- Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating monthly paperwork
- Facilitated training for new staff on policies and child engagement ensuring program quality.
- Participated in professional development days offered by the organization.
- Maintained detailed records of documentations, incidents, and any disciplinary actions taken.
- .Supervised children during afterschool activities and ensured their safe
Waitress
J Hartmans
Marion, NC
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Delivered exceptional customer service, contributing to positive dining experiences.
- Took orders and coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely service.
- Processed payments efficiently, ensuring accurate cash handling at meal's end.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area throughout shifts.
Cashier
Walmart
Marion, NC
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Managed cash register operations, maintaining accurate cash handling to ensure smooth transaction flow.
- Assisted customers with purchases and enrolled them in rewards program to enhance customer loyalty.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Handled returns and exchanges according to store policies effectively.
Education
High School Diploma -
McDowell High
Marion, NC06-2018
Skills
- Activity supervision
- Session preparation
- Activity schedules
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Teamwork
- Reliability
Certification
BCAC,Basic school age care,Southwestern child development commission,4-5-21
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Corpening Memorial YMCA
03.2021 - Current
Waitress
J Hartmans
08.2020 - 03.2021
Cashier
Walmart
04.2018 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
McDowell High