Taylin Kuykendall
Pontotoc,MS
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented worker, with a drive to exceed expectations. Ability to analyze data, develop strategies, and provide solutions to complex problems. Seeking to leverage skills and knowledge to contribute to team success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Homeschool Teacher/Monitor
Cornerstone Freedom Academy
07.2024 - Current
- Managed homeschool schedules effectively, balancing extracurricular activities with academic requirements for well-rounded development.
- Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
- Emphasized practical life skills alongside academics, preparing students for future independence and decision-making abilities.
- Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
- Implemented hands-on activities and experiential learning opportunities for improved understanding of complex concepts.
- Submitted and assembled student portfolios for local school district to satisfy legal guidelines.
- Supported social-emotional growth by integrating character education lessons that foster empathy, resilience and selfawareness.
Crew Member
The Corner Store
11.2023 - Current
- Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner, ensuring customer satisfaction
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when dealing with customer inquiries and complaints
- Maintained an organized work area to ensure efficient operations
- Completed all store opening and closing procedures
- Restocked shelves with merchandise throughout shift
- Followed health department regulations for handling food products properly
- Prepared food items following established recipes and safety guidelines
- Packaged and labeled to-go and delivery orders for pickup
- Cleared and bussed tables and mopped lobby floors during closing times
- Counted money in cash drawers and calculated customer tips after shifts
- Accepted payment from customers and made change as necessary
- Distributed food to servers
- Set up dining areas for meals and clear them following meals
Childcare Provider
The Learning Tree Childrens Academy
02.2021 - 07.2024
- Created an atmosphere that was stimulating, encouraging, supportive, respectful and fun
- Organized activities such as games, arts and crafts, music, outdoor play
- Assisted in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children
- Provided safe and nurturing environment for children of different ages
- Maintained a clean and organized play area
- Sanitized toys and play equipment
- Dressed children and change diapers
- Organized and stored toys and materials to ensure order in activity areas
- Read to children and taught them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts, and songs
Childcare Assistant
Young Discovery Academy
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Ensured all equipment was properly cleaned and sanitized after each use
- Assisted in the development of menus that met nutritional needs of children while staying within budgetary constraints
- Developed portion sizes according to age group requirements outlined by health regulations
- Communicated effectively with staff members regarding menu changes or substitutions due to allergies or preferences
- Created nutritious and balanced meals for children, utilizing fresh ingredients and following dietary guidelines
- Maintained a clean, safe and healthy kitchen environment in accordance with state regulations
- Monitored temperatures of food items throughout cooking process to ensure quality standards were met
- Washed pots, pans, dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment
Sandwich Artist
Subway
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Greeted customers in a professional and friendly manner
- Handled cash and credit card transactions and handed back correct change
- Displayed strong organizational skills by stocking food items, restocking supplies, and cleaning equipment regularly
- Operated store registers and calculated cash drawer totals
- Followed food safety standards for sanitization and storage of food
- Swept and mopped facility floors during downtime and after closings
- Trained new employees in proper food safety procedures and sanitation regulations
- Washed and sliced vegetables and stored unused ingredients in proper containers and fridges
- Adapted quickly to changing demands of the restaurant environment during peak hours of operation
- Answered customer questions regarding ingredients and nutrition facts
- Crafted a variety of sandwiches and salads to customer specifications
- Wrapped customer sandwiches and prepared to-go orders in disposable bags
- Sanitized plates and utensils and wiped down work stations
- Contributed in developing new recipes for sandwiches using fresh ingredients
- Performed cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopped and washing dishes, to keep equipment, and facilities sanitary
- Communicated with customers regarding orders, comments, and complaints
- Organized eating, service, and kitchen areas
- Replenished foods at serving stations
- Washed dishes, glassware, and silverware after meals
- Set up dining areas for meals and clear them following meals
- Arranged tables and decorations accorded to instructions
- Distributed food to servers
Cashier
McDonald's
02.2017 - 10.2017
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services
Education
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Accelerated Dental Assistant Academy
New Albany, MSDiploma - undefined
South Pontotoc High School
Pontotoc, MS05.2019
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Housekeeping
- Child Supervision
- Lesson Plan Development
- Curriculum Planning
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Child Development
- Early Childhood Education
- Toilet Training
- Positive Reinforcement
- Emotional Intelligence
- First Aid Certification
- Behavior Management
- CPR Training
- Hygiene and Cleanliness
- Child Safety Procedures
- Active Listening
- Infant Care
- Child Safety
- Classroom Instruction
- Early Childhood Development
Certification
Dental assistant (2020-06)
Timeline
Homeschool Teacher/Monitor
Cornerstone Freedom Academy
07.2024 - Current
Crew Member
The Corner Store
11.2023 - Current
Childcare Provider
The Learning Tree Childrens Academy
02.2021 - 07.2024
Childcare Assistant
Young Discovery Academy
03.2020 - 12.2020
Sandwich Artist
Subway
10.2017 - 03.2020
Cashier
McDonald's
02.2017 - 10.2017
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Accelerated Dental Assistant Academy
Diploma - undefined
South Pontotoc High School
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