Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Community Service
Certificates and Credentials
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Morgan McDonald

Elk Grove,CA

Summary

Experienced and organized professional with a passion for child development and building strong communities. Proven ability to manage teams, create positive environments, and achieve goals. Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in political science: pre-law with a focus on advocacy and social justice.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

KinderCare Learning Center
04.2024 - Current
  • Ensured holistic care for children in accordance with NAECY, achieving satisfaction among parents for emotional and physical safety by serving as an effective liaison between parents, staff, and management.
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines by conducting regular safety audits and training sessions for staff.
  • Implemented lesson plans and daily classroom schedules in accordance with curriculum and programming.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood education standards and best practices.

House Manager

Miriam Ready
04.2021 - 10.2024
  • Streamlined household logistics, meal preparation, and organization, enhancing the efficiency of a dynamic household environment and ensuring a clean and orderly living space.
  • Exhibited exceptional flexibility and adaptability in managing the evolving needs of a busy household, maintaining high standards of care and organization.
  • Provided comprehensive behavioral and emotional support for three children, fostering a nurturing and stable environment conducive to their well being and development.

Manager

The Britannia at Arms
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Directed a team of over 30 professionals in a bustling sports pub, elevating staff productivity and customer satisfaction by implementing strategic training and development programs.
  • Spearheaded the organization of social events that not only enhanced the customer experience but also increased revenue and staff enthusiasm, demonstrating exceptional event management and promotional skills.
  • Enforced company policies through comprehensive training and disciplinary measures, fostering a professional and respectful work atmosphere and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
  • Managed daily operations including scheduling, sanitation, food safety, and closing deposit, exhibiting excellent multitasking capabilities.

Housekeeping Supervisor

Hotel Valencia
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Collaborated with multiple departments to ensure guest concerns were addressed promptly, demonstrating strong interpersonal and problem solving skills.
  • Led a team of 40 employees, enhancing customer satisfaction and adherence to hotel standards by implementing effective supervision and training strategies.
  • Maintained rigorous health and safety standards in guestrooms and public areas, conducting inspections that ensured a safe and compliant environment.
  • Investigated complaints about service and room cleanliness to take corrective action.
  • Evaluated team member performance and adjusted training based on needs of hotel.

Delivery Volunteer

Contra Costa Senior Nutrition Program
01.2020
  • Company Overview: Senior Nutrition Volunteers out of the Antioch location drove to deliver food in East Contra Costa County to seniors during the pandemic to protect them from coming in for their usual meals at the Senior Center
  • Senior Nutrition Volunteers out of the Antioch location drove to deliver food in East Contra Costa County to seniors during the pandemic to protect them from coming in for their usual meals at the Senior Center

Board Member

Elders of the Bloq
01.2020 - Current
  • Company Overview: Elders of the Bloq is a nonprofit that works with the community, a source for public and personal answers, a guide of strength in unity, working with our matriarchs and patriarchs to pass on the torch while uplifting generations to be
  • Elders of the Bloq is a nonprofit that works with the community, a source for public and personal answers, a guide of strength in unity, working with our matriarchs and patriarchs to pass on the torch while uplifting generations to be

Baggage Check Volunteer

Oakland Marathon
01.2022
  • Company Overview: The Oakland Running Festival is an opportunity for individuals to run to raise funds and awareness for the cause of their passion or community program
  • The Oakland Running Festival is an opportunity for individuals to run to raise funds and awareness for the cause of their passion or community program

Education

Bachelor of Science - Political Science Prelaw

University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth
North Dartmouth, MA
05-2025

Associate of Arts - Sociology

COSUMNES RIVER COLLEGE
SACRAMENTO, CA
05-2023

High School Diploma -

Sheldon High School
Sacramento, CA
06-2005

Skills

    Critical thinking and leadership

    Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

    Operational optimization and change management

    Ability to collaborate effectively, build relationships, and build teams

Community Service

  • Board Member, Elders of the Bloq, 01/01/20, Present, Elders of the Bloq is a nonprofit that works with the community, a source for public and personal answers, a guide of strength in unity, working with our matriarchs and patriarchs to pass on the torch while uplifting generations to be.
  • Baggage Check Volunteer, Oakland Marathon, 01/01/22, The Oakland Running Festival is an opportunity for individuals to run to raise funds and awareness for the cause of their passion or community program.
  • Delivery Volunteer, Contra Costa Senior Nutrition Program, 01/01/20, Senior Nutrition Volunteers out of the Antioch location drove to deliver food in East Contra Costa County to seniors during the pandemic to protect them from coming in for their usual meals at the Senior Center.

Certificates and Credentials

  • CDA with CLASS: Infant - Preschool, Teachstone, In Progress
  • R.D. Crag Assessment/ Speed and Accuracy 5 minute Typing Test Certificate,

     45 words per  minute  

  • HSI Pediatric First Aid & CPR AED Child/ Infant/ Adult, #C4766AEA9, 04/13/24-4/13/26
  • Sacramento Reiki Center: Reiki 1 Practitioner


Timeline

Teaching Assistant

KinderCare Learning Center
04.2024 - Current

Baggage Check Volunteer

Oakland Marathon
01.2022

House Manager

Miriam Ready
04.2021 - 10.2024

Delivery Volunteer

Contra Costa Senior Nutrition Program
01.2020

Board Member

Elders of the Bloq
01.2020 - Current

Manager

The Britannia at Arms
01.2013 - 01.2015

Housekeeping Supervisor

Hotel Valencia
01.2011 - 01.2013

Bachelor of Science - Political Science Prelaw

University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth

Associate of Arts - Sociology

COSUMNES RIVER COLLEGE

High School Diploma -

Sheldon High School
Morgan McDonald