Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Babysitter

Mikala Baker

Dumfries,VA

Summary

Highly motivated and reliable worker with a strong dedication to every job. Extensive knowledge across various industries. Adaptable and versatile with the ability to grasp new concepts and effectively contribute to any team or project.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Babysitter

SitterCity
05.2016 - Current
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Maintained clean and organized environment to ensure well-being of children under care.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Working as a babysitter, I have cared for 2 or more children at a time.

Daycare Assistant Infant Teacher

Children of America
02.2023 - 07.2023
  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Monitored daily sign-in/sign-out logs for accurate attendance tracking, helping to maintain a secure and orderly facility.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Supported the emotional well-being of children by providing nurturing care and addressing individual needs.
  • Provided support during naptime routines, ensuring a peaceful environment for restful sleep.
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
  • Kept children between ages of 4 months old and 11 months old safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
  • Facilitated group play activities that promoted social interaction, teamwork, and problem-solving skills among children.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Rising Stars Learning Center
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free facility at all times.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, meal counts, and other essential documentation as required by state regulations or center policies for 10 or more children consistently.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Documented and reported behavior issues or accidents to parents, minimizing future problems.
  • Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
  • Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
  • Assisted lead teacher in designing curriculum and instructional materials for diverse student needs.
  • Managed daily routines efficiently to maintain a consistent schedule for students, promoting optimal time management skills in young learners.

Store Associate/Cashier

Lidl
05.2020 - 12.2020
  • Utilized strong multitasking abilities to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Maintained a clean and safe shopping environment for customers through regular cleaning and monitoring of store conditions.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and issues promptly, demonstrating excellent communication skills.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Worked closely with fellow associates to create a positive work environment, fostering teamwork and mutual support.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service while handling transactions.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations by efficiently tending to over 50 customers every hour.
  • Maintained tidy and organized store to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Handled cash register operations accurately, balancing drawers at the end of each shift.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.

Party Host/Front Desk Associate

Beehive Indoor Playground
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Enhanced guest experience by providing exceptional customer service and creating a fun atmosphere for events.
  • Supervised children's activities, maintaining happiness, safety and well-being.
  • Developed customized party plans tailored to each client''s preferences, ensuring memorable experiences for all attendees.
  • Decorated and set tables in accordance with party themes and age groups from 4 years old to 12 years old.
  • Maintained cleanliness standards throughout events to provide an inviting environment for guests while adhering to health codes.
  • Prepared and served food and drinks to guests, meeting hygiene and safety standards.
  • Managed event schedules effectively, ensuring timely execution of activities and smooth transitions between segments.

Hostess

Sakura Japanese Steakhouse
09.2018 - 11.2018
  • Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
  • Answered over 25 customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, ensuring the comfort of guests throughout their visit.

Education

High School Diploma -

Potomac Senior High School
Dumfries, VA
07-2019

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Strong work ethic
  • Reliability
  • Critical thinking
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Child supervision
  • Attention to detail

Certification

  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
  • CPR/AED Certification

Timeline

Daycare Assistant Infant Teacher

Children of America
02.2023 - 07.2023

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Rising Stars Learning Center
03.2022 - 06.2022

Store Associate/Cashier

Lidl
05.2020 - 12.2020

Party Host/Front Desk Associate

Beehive Indoor Playground
01.2019 - 01.2020

Hostess

Sakura Japanese Steakhouse
09.2018 - 11.2018

Babysitter

SitterCity
05.2016 - Current

High School Diploma -

Potomac Senior High School

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