Makayla Garfoot
Summary
Experienced in watching children and leading fun activities in home settings and a professional environment. Successful in keeping environment organized and instructing children in safe behaviors. Background in caring for children with special dietary, emotional or physical considerations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitting/ Nanny
Varied
Manson, WA Chelan,, WA
06.2019 - Current
- Assisted children with daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, and feeding.
- Monitored the children's playtime to ensure safety and wellbeing.
- Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments when needed.
- Provided a safe environment for the children through supervision and guidance of their activities.
- Developed positive relationships with each child and parent.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Kid Haven: Pamela Calhoun
Manson,, WA
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Assisted in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities for children to learn new skills.
- Monitored children's behavior, providing guidance and direction when necessary.
- Provided a safe, secure and nurturing environment for the children.
- Maintained daily records of attendance, activities, meals served and medications administered.
- Instructed children in personal hygiene habits such as hand washing, toileting, and diapering.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor playtime including setting up equipment and assisting with crafts and activites.
- Assisted in preparing snacks and lunches according to dietary guidelines.
- Developed postive relationships with parents by communicating child's progress.
- Developed teamwork and communication skills with coworkers and children.
Boat Crew Member
Lake Chelan Boat Company
Chelan, WA
06.2020 - 09.2023
- Communicated efficiently with passengers and crew members.
- Supervised passengers during activities on board or off the boat ensuring their safety.
- Loaded or unloaded materials, vehicles or passengers from vessels.
- Maintained and organized boat compartments for better efficiency, and to easily obtain needed items.
- Utilize customer service skills by providing refreshments and snacks to passengers.
Juicer
Apple Berries Juice Bar
Chelan, WA
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized juicer, containers, and food preparation areas.
- Prepared vegetables and fruits in advance, prior to the lunch rush.
- Kept up with customer orders while maintaining product safety standards.
- Monitored inventory levels of onsite items and taking routine trips to the store to restock items.
- Provided customer service at the counter when needed, including taking payments and answering questions about menu items.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Development & Psychology
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA06-2026
Associate of Arts -
Wenatchee Valley College
Wenatchee, WA06-2024
High School Diploma -
Chelan High School
Chelan, WA06-2024
Skills
- Routine adherence
- Child Supervision
- Educational Support
- Meal Preparation
- Teamwork
- Communication
- People-oriented
- Time management
- Dependable
- Reliable
Timeline
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Kid Haven: Pamela Calhoun
03.2024 - 09.2024
Juicer
Apple Berries Juice Bar
03.2023 - 08.2023
Boat Crew Member
Lake Chelan Boat Company
06.2020 - 09.2023
Babysitting/ Nanny
Varied
06.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Child Development & Psychology
Central Washington University
Associate of Arts -
Wenatchee Valley College
High School Diploma -
Chelan High School
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