McKenna Bruin
Dorr,MI
Summary
Skilled individual with passion for helping students reach academic goals. Creates engaging learning experiences customized to meet individual student needs. Smart candidate develops strategies to help strengthen students academic performance.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Northeastern Elementary School
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with students to identify delayed skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Helped students build self confidence and decrease fear of failure through positive reinforcement and motivation towards learning.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
Restaurant Server
5 Lakes Brew Pub
01.2022 - Current
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Practicum Student
Loy Norrix High School
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Maintained professionalism through school and classroom by following policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
- Took detailed notes to recall lessons and emphasize objectives of learning.
- Sustained high levels of productivity by working in team atmosphere.
Practicum Student
Starr Elementary
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained professionalism through the school and classroom by following the policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
- Took detailed notes to recall lessons and emphasize the objectives of learning.
- Sustained high levels of productivity by working in a team atmosphere.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI05.2025
Skills
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Student Engagement
Accomplishments
- Western Michigan University Deans List 2021-2023
Timeline
Tutor
Northeastern Elementary School
09.2023 - Current
Practicum Student
Loy Norrix High School
01.2023 - 04.2023
Practicum Student
Starr Elementary
09.2022 - 12.2022
Restaurant Server
5 Lakes Brew Pub
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Western Michigan University
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