Makayelah Clayton
Newcastle,OK
Summary
Open and positive communicator with calm and level-headed approach to managing routine needs and meeting special challenges.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Ranch Hand
Family Business
Beggs, Oklahoma
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Harvested hay for use in winter months.
- Performed general ranch maintenance such as cleaning stalls, barns, and other areas.
- Assisted in the daily care of livestock, including feeding and watering animals.
- Monitored pastures for health of vegetation and water sources.
- Maintained fences and gates to ensure safety of animals.
- Cleaned out tanks used for storing water or fuel on the property.
- Supervised seasonal workers performing various duties on the ranch.
- Repaired broken fencing or other structures on the property.
- Provided medical treatments to sick or injured animals.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate daily tasks efficiently.
- Identified problems and took corrective action when necessary.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies, and feed, ensuring appropriate levels are maintained.
- Developed strategies to reduce predation by predators such as coyotes or bears.
- Assisted with branding activities during calving season.
- Implemented plans designed to improve efficiency of operations on the ranch.
- Monitored grounds and reported damage or issues to supervisor before making repairs.
- Provided water, food, vaccinations, and healthcare for livestock.
- Cared for livestock and monitored health and living spaces.
- Followed safety protocols when operating tools and equipment.
- Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
- Managed and maintained fencing and barn structures for safety and security.
- Weeded and cultivated flower beds, vegetable gardens and other areas.
- Assisted in planting flowers, shrubs and trees.
- Inspected landscape for signs of pests or disease; treated accordingly.
- Applied fertilizer to plants according to established guidelines.
- Maintained irrigation systems, including hoses, sprinklers, timers, valves and pumps.
- Removed debris from sidewalks and driveways with rakes or blowers.
- Transported materials using wheelbarrows or carts.
In-Home Nanny
Family Business
Beggs, Oklahoma
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Monitored television time according to parental requests.
- Developed and implemented daily activities for children such as reading, playtime, and arts and crafts.
- Provided comfort when needed through hugs or words of encouragement.
- Encouraged good manners among children by modeling appropriate behavior.
- Enforced discipline in a respectful manner consistent with parental expectations.
- Facilitated social interaction between siblings by organizing games or other activities.
- Engaged in outdoor recreational activities with the children such as trips to the park or beach.
- Cared for infants by changing diapers, preparing bottles, monitoring sleep patterns, and providing emotional support.
- Taught basic hygiene habits such as hand washing and brushing teeth.
- Maintained records of daily observations and information regarding child's activities and behavior.
- Provided a safe environment in the home by adhering to safety standards while caring for the children.
- Organized age-appropriate educational activities to stimulate learning and development.
Walmart Associate
Walmart
Newcastle, OK
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Conducted inventory checks to ensure accuracy of shelf stock.
- Provided customer service support for inquiries, complaints, and returns.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise and ensured product displays were neat and orderly.
- Operated equipment such as scanners and scales correctly during checkout process.
- Built relationships with customers by providing friendly customer service.
- Assisted customers with selecting items and answering questions about products.
- Organized backroom areas to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Helped customers locate items within the store using the inventory system.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Placed special orders or called other stores to find desired items.
- Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Ticketed, arranged and displayed merchandise to promote sales.
Dog Handler
Family Business
Beggs, Oklahoma
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Observed animal behavior around other people and animals; acted quickly to prevent any potential problems.
- Maintained records of each dog's activities, diet, medications administered, vet visits.
- Cleaned kennels on a regular basis to ensure sanitary living conditions for all dogs in the facility.
- Performed minor maintenance tasks around the facility such as mowing lawns or repairing fences.
- Monitored dog behavior and temperament when interacting with other animals in the facility.
- Ensured safe and secure handling of all dogs while in the facility.
- Administered medications and vaccinations according to instructions from veterinarians.
- Walked dogs around the property multiple times a day for exercise purposes.
- Tracked inventory of food supplies needed for the facility's canine population.
- Conducted daily health checks of dogs to identify any medical issues or potential problems.
- Provided basic obedience training for new arrivals and worked with them on commands such as sit, stay, heel, come.
Education
High School Diploma -
Epic Charter School
Oklahoma City, OKSkills
- Hand tools
- Grounds Maintenance
- Livestock management
- Crop Cultivation
- Teamwork
- Livestock care
- Breeding
- Workplace Safety
- Order Fulfillment
- Patient Evaluation
- Retail display setups
- Retail experience
- Retail Floor Stocking
- Retail sales customer service
- Retail Employee Training
- Customer Service
- Positive and professional
- Strong Work Ethic
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Safety awareness
Affiliations
- Writer
- Artist
Timeline
Ranch Hand
Family Business
06.2022 - 12.2023
In-Home Nanny
Family Business
06.2022 - 12.2023
Walmart Associate
Walmart
11.2021 - 03.2022
Dog Handler
Family Business
11.2017 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Epic Charter School