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KAITLYN MCDOWELL

Blyth,ON

Summary

Creative and energetic Early Childhood Education professional devoted to offering diverse activity plans and experiential learning opportunities to enhance individual development. Friendly, supportive and motivated with strong desire to promote student potential. Offering 6 years of experience with passion for building strong rapport with faculty, students and caregivers.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

EVENT ASSISTANT & BARTENDER

Brussels Four Winds Barn
01.2021 - Current
  • Assist couple in set up their wedding decor
  • Show couple where to find items from the barn
  • Explain to the couple any rules and answer any questions they might have
  • Process drink orders through the POS system
  • Process payments.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR

Walton Little School
01.2019 - Current
  • Implement and maintain clean, safe, and orderly environment for children
  • Assess each child's developmental progress through observations and records keeping
  • Encourage language development skills through reading stories, singing songs, and engaging in conversation
  • Plan creative lessons that promote problem solving, critical thinking, and self-expression
  • Collaborate with other educators to plan and implement age-appropriate curricula for the children.

PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

HARBOR HILLS RETIREMENT
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Developed strong interpersonal skills through providing compassionate care to clients
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
  • Assisted residents in activities of daily living to maintain health and dignity
  • Proficient in providing personal care such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting
  • Knowledgeable about handling emergency situations effectively while maintaining composure under pressure
  • Read and contributed to shift reports and care notes
  • Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support and guidance for individuals in need.

FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST

Bedford Hotel
01.2017 - 01.2017
  • Greeted and welcomed visitors in a professional manner while managing multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Processed payments received from customers via cash or credit card transactions accurately and efficiently
  • Performed data entry and administrative duties such as filing, scanning documents, updating databases
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills by responding to inquiries and resolving complaints promptly and courteously
  • Handled multi-line phone system and promptly transferred calls
  • Opened and closed main office in alignment with established security procedures
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of supplies at competitive prices.

PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

One Care
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Helped clients with daily tasks, such as laundry, housekeeping, and shopping
  • Assisted residents in activities of daily living to maintain health and dignity
  • Assisted residents in and out of bed and wheelchairs, using safe lifting and transferring techniques
  • Developed meaningful relationships with clients, understanding their personal stories and daily routines
  • Administered medications in accordance with physician orders, ensuring accurate dosage and timing
  • Encouraged independence among clients while promoting dignity at all times.

Education

PSW in Personal Care -

Professional Resource Network

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Documentation and Record Keeping
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Lesson Planning
  • Maintaining safety
  • Sensory Activities
  • Behavioral modeling
  • Developmental needs

Programknowledge

Microsoft programs: Excel, Word and Powerpoint

Timeline

EVENT ASSISTANT & BARTENDER

Brussels Four Winds Barn
01.2021 - Current

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR

Walton Little School
01.2019 - Current

PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

HARBOR HILLS RETIREMENT
01.2018 - 01.2019

FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST

Bedford Hotel
01.2017 - 01.2017

PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER

One Care
01.2016 - 01.2017

PSW in Personal Care -

Professional Resource Network
KAITLYN MCDOWELL