Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Volunteer Experience
Accomplishments
Affiliations
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Rachael Burk

Bloomington,US

Summary

Motivated student with excellent communication and interpersonal skills looking to gain valuable experience in a professional setting. A well as a responsible student with good judgment, time management, and a flexible schedule. Frequently praised as hard-working by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals. As for personal strives, as an aspiring art conservationist, I am eager to contribute my creativity, hard work, patience, and optimism to a dynamic organization. I am seeking an internship opportunity where I can deepen my knowledge and refine my skills in art conservation, while working alongside professionals who share a passion for preserving history. I aim to grow in a welcoming and supportive environment, where I can make a meaningful contribution and develop the expertise needed to succeed in this field.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Bright Horizons Childcare
Bloomington, IL
07.2023 - Current
  • Provided guidance to children on appropriate behavior during activities.
  • Organized play areas, toys, and learning materials to create a safe and stimulating environment.
  • Performed general housekeeping duties such as tidying up classrooms after activities or cleaning up spills from lunchtime.
  • Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.

ASSISTANT PRESCHOOL TEACHER

Katie's Kids Learning Center
Normal, IL
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Promoted and enforced school and state educational standards
  • Assisted lead teacher with creating and implementing lesson plans
  • Coordinated snacks, nap time and bathroom activities for children throughout school day
  • Provided individualized attention to children with behavioral or learning challenges
  • Observed and evaluated children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
  • Served meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines
  • Provided diverse materials and resources for children to explore new concepts and learn problem-solving
  • Promoted student curiosity and skills development with games and activities related to class concepts

CASHIER

Jewel Osco
Bloomington, IL
07.2018 - 10.2021
  • Operated cash register and accurately processed payments, returns, and exchanges
  • Provided efficient and courteous service to customers
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and offering assistance
  • Assisted with training and mentoring new team members
  • Monitored self-checkout stations to assist customers and resolve register problems
  • Helped customers locate merchandise and answered questions about products

LESSON PLAN LEADER

Eastview Christian Church
Normal, IL
05.2017 - 03.2020
  • Lead small groups through detail-oriented activities
  • Made my own lesson plan
  • Assisted other group leaders when short staffed
  • Engaged in developmental activities with group ages from 5 to 7

CHILD CARETAKER ASSISTANT

YWCA
Bloomington, IL
06.2015 - 08.2015
  • Assisted leading caretakers in safety procedures, child behavior, engaging activities, and field trips
  • Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts

Education

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - ART HISTORY

Illinois State University
Normal, IL, US
12.2024

Associate of Arts - Art History

Heartland Community College
Normal, IL
05-2022

Skills

  • Creativity
  • Patience
  • Flexibility
  • Organization
  • Optimistic
  • Responsible and dependable
  • Certain art mediums
  • Social skill building
  • Art history
  • Drawing abilities
  • Learning concepts
  • Activity planning
  • Classroom monitoring
  • Customer service
  • Customer relations

Certification

  • CPR Trained
  • Food Handling Certificate

Volunteer Experience

  • Lesson Plan Leader, Eastview Christian Church, Normal, IL, 05/01/17, 03/01/20, Lead small groups through detail-oriented activities., Made my own lesson plan., Assisted other group leaders when short staffed., Engaged in developmental activities with group ages from 5 to 7.
  • Child Caretaker Assistant, YWCA, Bloomington, IL, 06/01/15, 08/01/15, Assisted leading caretakers in safety procedures, child behavior, engaging activities, and field trips., Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.

Accomplishments

  • Dean's List
  • Honor Roll

Affiliations

  • Drawing from time to time
  • Enjoying nature and observing plants and animals. Sometimes referencing them in my art.
  • Learning new things. I love trying new things that broaden my experience.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Bright Horizons Childcare
07.2023 - Current

ASSISTANT PRESCHOOL TEACHER

Katie's Kids Learning Center
10.2022 - 05.2023

CASHIER

Jewel Osco
07.2018 - 10.2021

LESSON PLAN LEADER

Eastview Christian Church
05.2017 - 03.2020

CHILD CARETAKER ASSISTANT

YWCA
06.2015 - 08.2015

BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - ART HISTORY

Illinois State University

Associate of Arts - Art History

Heartland Community College
Rachael Burk