Mackenzie Lartch
Sauk Rapids,Mn
Summary
Passionate Student Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong social and learning skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Volleyball Coach
Sauk Rapids Rice JO Volleyball Club
01.2023 - Current
- Monitored and evaluated performance of athletes to identify weaknesses and provide feedback for further improvement.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
- Developed relationships with players and families to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Stretched, warmed up, and completed conditioning exercises properly to reduce injuries.
- Worked individually with players when struggling to enhancer confidence and strengthen court skills.
Nanny
Allison Foster
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked with a 4 month, 16 month, and 8 year old for 3-4 days a week.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Implemented daily routine to maintain structure and stability
- Prepared and accompanied children on outings and vacations, supervising playtime and other activities for safety purposes.
- Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and trips.
- Involved children in caring for household pets and chores.
Volleyball Coach
Sauk Rapids Rice JO Volleyball Club
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
- Developed and implemented useful and progressive training plans to improve skills of athletes of all ages and abilities.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Worked individually with players when struggling to enhancer confidence and strengthen court skills.
- Stretched, warmed up, and completed conditioning exercises properly to reduce injuries.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize player success.
Daycare Teacher
Love And Learn Child Care
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
- Established positive relationships with parent to collaboratively promote child's wellbeing.
- Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
- Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
New Creations Child Care And Learning Center
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
- Established positive relationships with parent to collaboratively promote child's wellbeing.
- Helped with creation of age-appropriate activities to keep children positively engaged.
- Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of enrollments, attendance, health and safety, emergency contact information and incident reports.
Pizza Maker
Papa Murphys
01.2021 - 02.2021
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths.
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.
- Monitored food temperatures to meet quality and safety standards.
- Used kitchen equipment safely and reduced risk of injuries and burns.
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
Nanny
Kyla C
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Pizza Maker
Papa Murphys
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Handled customer complaints professionally to prevent negative reviews or loss of business.
- Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
- Handled cash register operations by applying coupons, giving customer totals, and processing cash and credit card payments.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
- Provided excellent customer service by taking orders, answering questions and responding to customer complaints.
- Maintained pizza-making and kitchen equipment to keep items in good working condition and kitchen operating smoothly.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
Daycare Aide
Creative Kids Academy
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Helped with creation of age-appropriate activities to keep children positively engaged.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Established positive relationships with parent to collaboratively promote child's wellbeing.
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
Hostess
Donatelli's
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
- Helped facilitate cooperation between service and kitchen staff to professionally meet guest needs and resolve problems.
- Accommodated special seating requests for guests to enhance satisfaction.
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
- Provided patrons with estimated waiting times during peak service hours.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
Concessions Worker
National Sports Center
07.2017 - 01.2019
- Served drinks and snacks to patrons, maintaining professionalism, and supporting individual needs.
- Loaded food, dishes and utensils on carts and trays to transport from designated food preparation areas to designated tables.
- Documented customer orders and conveyed special requests to kitchen staff.
- Handled cash and processed payments, sorting bills, and maintaining records of transactions.
- Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
- Kept area, equipment and surroundings tidy and organized to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Responded to customer complaints to help resolve issues.
- Prepared quality products while maintaining proper food safety practices, portion control, and presentation within service goal times.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud, MN07.2023
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Century Community College
White Bear Lake07.2021
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Blaine06.2018
Skills
- People skills
- Communication
- Leadership Experience
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Safety Awareness
- Motivating Students
- Child Development
- Classroom Safety Practices
Additional Information
- Strive Scholarship - 2018
- Red and Black Transfer Scholarship - 2022
- Member of Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society in Education - 2022
- Nominated to be in the National Society of Leadership and Success - 2022 and 2023
Timeline
Volleyball Coach
Sauk Rapids Rice JO Volleyball Club
01.2023 - Current
Nanny
Allison Foster
05.2022 - 08.2022
Volleyball Coach
Sauk Rapids Rice JO Volleyball Club
01.2022 - 04.2022
Daycare Teacher
Love And Learn Child Care
06.2021 - 04.2022
Daycare Assistant Teacher
New Creations Child Care And Learning Center
03.2021 - 05.2021
Pizza Maker
Papa Murphys
01.2021 - 02.2021
Nanny
Kyla C
09.2020 - 01.2021
Pizza Maker
Papa Murphys
05.2020 - 08.2020
Daycare Aide
Creative Kids Academy
02.2019 - 01.2020
Hostess
Donatelli's
09.2018 - 02.2019
Concessions Worker
National Sports Center
07.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
St. Cloud State University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Century Community College
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
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