Babysitter & Nanny
Makenna Groelinger
Myself
Columbia,SC
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Student professional with experience in babysitting, vocational coaching, and special education support, delivering individualized care and consistent follow-through. Skilled in community access support and collaborative teamwork in day-to-day settings. Focuses on patience, reliability, and inclusive engagement that helps individuals feel recognized.
Work History
Babysitter & Nanny
6 Years 1 Month- Created individualized, safe, and engaging routines for children with disabilities, enhancing their daily experiences.
- Established trust with families through regular communication and dependable caregiving, fostering long-term relationships.
- Provided daily care for children from infants through school age, including supervision of up to 3 children at one time.
- Managed diverse family needs and household routines using effective problem-solving skills, ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Prepared meals, assisted reading activities, and kept home areas clean.
Vacational Activity Coach
1 Year- Enhanced vocational learning through craft and apparel activities, including screen printing custom shirts, baking and packaging cookies, and creating decorative items that engaged participants.
- Facilitated community access and integration by guiding community outings and local events, fostering relationships with markets and partners.
- Coordinated weekly learning sessions and social events, including yoga classes and arts-based programming, to promote social engagement at Sunshine House on Arrow Road.
- Supported advocacy efforts to expand meaningful social and vocational roles for adults with disabilities while addressing high local and national unemployment in the special-needs community.
Ceramic Studio Intern
9 Months- Provided one-on-one instruction for customers.
- Recycled clay and maintained clean studio spaces while loading and unloading kiln equipment to ensure smooth operations.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with studio owners and members to foster a collaborative community. with owners and studio members.
- Supported children’s summer camps and after-school programs.
- Labeled, packaged, and prepared customer orders for pickup.
- Managed incoming store calls and performed front-desk tasks to enhance customer service experience.
Team Leader
11 Months- Trained and mentored new team members, fostering team cohesion and skill development.
- Provided attentive customer service, enhancing customer satisfaction in fast-paced environment.
- Ensured accurate cash handling during transactions, contributing to financial integrity and operational efficiency.
- Maintained store cleanliness and organization.
- Followed food safety procedures while working in kitchen.
Salon Assistant & Inventory Coordinator
4 Months- Coordinated inventory checks for hair color developer and salon supplies to ensure timely availability and organization of stock.
- Delivered professional customer service while building positive client relationships.
- Streamlined workflow during appointments to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness of salon by sweeping floors, washing towels, and sanitizing stations to ensure a safe environment for clients and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Disability support
Special education support
Childcare activities
Behavioral support
Leadership
Family support
Relationship building
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification / Heartsaver CPR/AED
Affiliations
- Volunteer Overnight Camp Councilor, through Camp Blue Sky's
- Volunteer, KidSpring ministry
- Volunteer, Special Olympics
- Volunteer, Best Buddies
- Volunteer, USCB Move-In Day Helper
Timeline
Vacational Activity Coach
Pocket Full Of Sunshine
08.2025 - 08.2026Read More
Ceramic Studio Intern
Hilton Head Pottery
10.2024 - 07.2025Read More
Team Leader
Chicken Salad Chick
03.2024 - 02.2025Read More
Salon Assistant & Inventory Coordinator
Paige Beni
10.2023 - 02.2024Read More
Babysitter & Nanny
Myself
08.2020 - 09.2026Read More
University Of South Carolina
Bachelor of Arts from Special Education
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May River High School
High School Diploma
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