Makayla Burns
Parkersburg
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with a proven track record at Wood County Schools, excelling in classroom management and student engagement. Skilled in developing tailored lesson plans and fostering positive relationships, enhancing academic growth. Adept at communicating effectively with parents, ensuring a supportive learning environment that promotes success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Wood County Schools
11.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Curated different lessons to fit the needs of students in a long-term substitute position.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Engaged parents and guardians in their children's learning process through regular communication and feedback.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
Cashier
Speedway
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Parkersburg
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided support and guidance to youth, helping them overcome personal challenges and achieve their goals.
- Promoted positive behavior among youth by modeling healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
- Assisted with educational needs through tutoring and homework assistance.
Cashier
JCPenney
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Personal Shopper
Walmart
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pick up.
- Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
- Memorized store layouts and planograms to fulfill orders using shortest, most efficient route.
- Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and making good selections for customers.
- Tracked substitutions and informed customers of changes.
Cashier
Walmart
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
West Virginia University At Parkersburg
Parkersburg, WV12-2024
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Classroom organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Lesson plan implementation
- Activity planning
- Complex Problem-solving
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safety awareness
Student Teaching Experience
I implemented lessons in many different grades and schools throughout the county. I completed residency in a first grade classroom at Neale Elementary School. There, I was able to experience two different classes within the same classroom and gain knowledge on classroom management firsthand.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Wood County Schools
11.2024 - Current
Cashier
Speedway
05.2024 - 09.2024
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Parkersburg
04.2022 - 12.2023
Cashier
JCPenney
05.2021 - 08.2021
Personal Shopper
Walmart
05.2020 - 08.2020
Cashier
Walmart
05.2019 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
West Virginia University At Parkersburg
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