Mackenna Barber
Cortland
Summary
I have a deep passion for early childhood education, especially within pre-K classrooms. I believe that these formative years are crucial for a child’s growth, development, and future success. Working with young children fills me with joy and purpose, as I witness their natural curiosity and eagerness to learn. I am committed to creating nurturing and stimulating environments where every child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to explore the world around them. Early education lays the foundation for lifelong learning, and I am dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of the youngest learners.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Desk Associate
Quality Inn
Cortland
04.2023 - Current
- Welcomed guests and provided exceptional customer service at the front desk.
- Handled guest check-ins and check-outs efficiently and accurately.
- Managed reservations using hotel management software, ensuring accurate and timely updates to records.
- Assisted guests with inquiries, resolving issues to ensure satisfaction.
- Coordinated room assignments with housekeeping team to ensure rooms met cleanliness standards for guest satisfaction.
- Processed payments and securely managed cash transactions, contributing to efficient front desk operations.
- Communicated effectively with team members to streamline daily operations.
- Maintained a friendly atmosphere, creating a welcoming environment for all guests.
- Answered phones to respond to customer inquiries and transferred calls to appropriate staff members.
Hostess/Table Busser
Dashers Corner Pub
Homer
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Greeted and seated guests promptly upon arrival.
- Managed reservation system, optimizing seating arrangements for maximum guest satisfaction.
- Assisted waitstaff by efficiently relaying guest requests, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in dining areas.
- Answered phone calls and provided information about restaurant services.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure seamless service flow, contributing to timely meal delivery.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Tompkins Community Collage
Dryden, NY05-2026
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Age-appropriate activities
- Lesson planning
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Outdoor play supervision
- Positive reinforcement
- Nurturing environment
- Child assessment
- Effective listening
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
High School Experience
- OCM BOCES ~ Early Childhood Education: Internship at Capco in Cortland, NY (2-year Course). Ages 2-5 years old. Was awarded at the OCM BOCES ceremony, Most Improved student for Early Childhood Education.
Timeline
Front Desk Associate
Quality Inn
04.2023 - Current
Hostess/Table Busser
Dashers Corner Pub
10.2021 - 03.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Tompkins Community Collage