Makenzie Smith
Round Lake,IL
Summary
Responsible and hardworking college student with experience in retail, food service, and childcare. Known for being reliable, organized, and adaptable in fast-paced environments. Eager to contribute a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent interpersonal skills while continuing to develop professionally through a student employment position.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Infant Nanny
Private Family Employer
Cary, Illinois
09.2025 - Current
- Attended to infant's essential needs, including feeding and diaper changes, ensuring comfort and well-being.
- Facilitated engaging activities promoting physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding daily routines and milestones.
Summer Babysitter
Private Family
Huntley, Illinois
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
- Organized various activities, games, crafts and outings to keep children entertained.
- Teaching good manners by setting clear expectations for behavior in various settings.
Daycare Worker
Grace Lutheran Child Development Center
Twin Lakes, WI
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Facilitated creative play activities, fostering children's imagination through art projects, music time, and story time.
- Enforced all health and safety standards set forth by state regulations for daycare facilities.
- Enforced rules to promote good manners and ensure safety.
Babysitter
Private Family
Antioch, Illinois
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Monitored children's safety and well-being while parents were out.
- Led playtime and activities to promote engagement and development.
- Updated parents on children's behavior and routines to ensure consistent care.
Floor and Cashier Associate
Old Navy
McHenry, Illinois
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at the register.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the sales floor.
Restaurant Busser
Rusty Nail Saloon
Ringwood, Illinois
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted servers by delivering food and beverages promptly.
- Assisted servers by refilling beverages, clearing dishes, carrying trays and delivering food items to the table.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining areas throughout shifts.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL05-2025
Skills
- Infant care
- Developmental support
- Safety protocols
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Patience and empathy
- Reliable and hard-working
Timeline
Infant Nanny
Private Family Employer
09.2025 - Current
Summer Babysitter
Private Family
06.2025 - 08.2025
Daycare Worker
Grace Lutheran Child Development Center
09.2024 - 02.2025
Babysitter
Private Family
10.2023 - 07.2024
Floor and Cashier Associate
Old Navy
09.2022 - 01.2023
Restaurant Busser
Rusty Nail Saloon
10.2021 - 02.2022
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
McHenry County College