Madalyn Kolstad
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Beauty Advisor
Sephora, Kohls
07.2022 - Current
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Maintained counter and display areas for cleanliness and organization.
- Identified skin and hair needs of customers to provide assistance in choosing best products.
- Promoted additional products and services to increase sales numbers and revenue with diverse selection.
- Applied makeup and skincare products to customers following guidelines to enable testing of brand.
- Met sales goals, supporting organizational health through consistent and reliable service.
Managing Bartender
Comfort Inn by Choice Hotels
10.2020 - Current
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
Bartender
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03.2022 - 10.2022
- Only work here on weekend nights
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
Daycare Teacher
Hometown Children's Center
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Lead Daycare Teacher
Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Area School District
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
Lead Infant Teacher
Spots And Stripes Early Learning Center
04.2019 - 07.2020
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat and safe.
Bartender
Thirsty Otter
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Snowboard Instructor
Wild Mountain Taylors Falls Recreation
12.2018 - 02.2019
- Demonstrated snowboarding techniques based on established course framework and student ability levels.
- Maintained optimal physical condition and stamina for continuous teaching and demonstrations.
- Stayed on top of current weather conditions to maintain student safety.
- Utilized variety of snowboarding and ski techniques to impart knowledge and customized instruction to individual skill levels.
Summer Camp Teacher
Faith Lutheran Church
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Evaluated campers' progress and provided feedback to parents.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
Hostess
Loggers Bar & Grill
11.2017 - 03.2018
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
Education
College Degree - CORRECTIONS & COMMUNITY ADVOCACY
Mid-State Technical College
Stevens Point, WI12.2023
High School Diploma -
Saint Croix Falls High School
Saint Croix Falls, WI05.2020
Skills
- Sales Expertise
- Emotionally Supportive
- Time Management
- Liquor, Beer and Wine Knowledge
- Evidence Organization
- Team Collaboration
- Sales Goals
- Child Management
- Customer Service
- Software Applications
- Crisis Communications
- Crisis Management
Timeline
Beauty Advisor
Sephora, Kohls
07.2022 - Current
Bartender
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03.2022 - 10.2022
Daycare Teacher
Hometown Children's Center
06.2021 - 12.2021
Managing Bartender
Comfort Inn by Choice Hotels
10.2020 - Current
Lead Daycare Teacher
Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Area School District
10.2020 - 06.2021
Lead Infant Teacher
Spots And Stripes Early Learning Center
04.2019 - 07.2020
Snowboard Instructor
Wild Mountain Taylors Falls Recreation
12.2018 - 02.2019
Bartender
Thirsty Otter
09.2018 - 04.2019
Summer Camp Teacher
Faith Lutheran Church
06.2018 - 07.2018
Hostess
Loggers Bar & Grill
11.2017 - 03.2018
College Degree - CORRECTIONS & COMMUNITY ADVOCACY
Mid-State Technical College
High School Diploma -
Saint Croix Falls High School
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