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Makenzie Mitchell

Summary

Passionate and dedicated educator transitioning into the teaching profession with 6 years of experience working closely with children in supportive and developmental roles. Currently pursuing a degree in Elementary Education, with a strong commitment to creating an inclusive, creative, and family-oriented classroom environment. Skilled at fostering positive relationships, encouraging curiosity, and inspiring a love for learning in every child. Dedicated to making a meaningful impact on students' academic and personal growth by promoting respect, collaboration, and confidence in every learner.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate- Educator

Lululemon Athletica
09.2023 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.

Summer Camp Manager

Camp Summit- Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation
02.2023 - Current
  • Maintained a safe environment for campers through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations of staff members, providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth within the organization.
  • Troubleshot and resolved any issues that arose during the camp season, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and adaptability.
  • Established clear communication channels between staff members, fostering teamwork and collaboration across departments within the summer camp setting.
  • Managed staff scheduling, ensuring full coverage for all camp activities throughout the summer season.
  • Oversaw budget planning to ensure proper allocation of resources for successful camp operations.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to secure sponsorships and partnerships that enhanced the overall camp experience.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, addressing concerns promptly and effectively to maintain trust and confidence in the camp''s management.

Camp Counselor

Camp Summit- Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
  • Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.

SKC Afterschool Program Counselor

Boys And Girls Club Of Fayetteville
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Created a welcoming environment that promoted socialization and peer interaction among students.
  • Led group games and physical activities, promoting teamwork skills and encouraging active lifestyles for students.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies, creating a respectful and inclusive atmosphere.
  • Managed supplies inventory, ensuring availability of necessary materials for daily activities.
  • Prepared nutritious snacks, adhering to dietary restrictions and promoting healthy eating habits among students.
  • Provided homework assistance, resulting in improved academic performance for students.
  • Managed conflict resolution among peers effectively through mediation techniques while fostering mutual respect.

Shoe Sales Associate

DSW
10.2020 - 08.2021
  • Organized store merchandise racks by size, style, and color to maintain clean, visually-appealing showroom.
  • Developed rapport with repeat customers, remembering names and preferences to provide tailored shopping experiences each visit.
  • Improved overall store appearance through diligent upkeep of shelves, display tables, and fitting areas during shifts.
  • Assisted customers in locating desired items promptly, minimizing wait times for optimal shopping experiences.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO
12-2026

Bachelor of Science -

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, Arkansas
05-2023

Lee's Summit West High School
Lee's Summit, MO
05-2021

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Problem resolution
  • CPR
  • First aid
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Parental communication
  • Camper supervision
  • Issue identification and resolution
  • Problem-solving

Timeline

Sales Associate- Educator

Lululemon Athletica
09.2023 - Current

Summer Camp Manager

Camp Summit- Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation
02.2023 - Current

SKC Afterschool Program Counselor

Boys And Girls Club Of Fayetteville
01.2022 - 05.2022

Camp Counselor

Camp Summit- Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation
06.2021 - 08.2022

Shoe Sales Associate

DSW
10.2020 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of Central Missouri

Bachelor of Science -

University of Arkansas

Lee's Summit West High School

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