Nakala Blue
Elk Grove
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Childcare Provider
Self Employed Services
Sacramento
12.2024 - Current
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's development.
- Observed children's behavior and development, communicate information with parents.
- Organized playtime and recreational activities to promote social skills and teamwork.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational activities for children.
- Assisted children with personal hygiene routines to promote independence.
- Monitored dietary needs and prepared nutritious meals for children's health.
Daycare Assistant
Explore Through Play
Antelope
02.2022 - 11.2024
- Assisted in daily care routines for children in a nurturing environment.
- Organized educational activities to promote learning and development.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Monitored children's behavior and provided guidance as needed.
- Assisted in leading and organizing activities for children such as arts, crafts, games and reading stories.
Server
Chili's Restaurant
Elk Grove
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Assisted in training new servers on menu items and procedures.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Daycare Assistant
Creative Learning Daycare
Antelope
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Motivated children to participate in various tasks encouraging them to be independent thinkers while having fun at the same time.
- Kept accurate records of attendance, meals served, nap times and other important information related to childcare.
- Helped with mealtime preparation and cleanup including serving food, setting tables, washing dishes.
Assembly Quality Control Inspector
Apple
Sacramento
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Ensured that all equipment used in the inspection process was functioning properly.
- Performed in-process inspections on production lines to verify product conformity.
- Created reports summarizing inspection results for management review.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors about any issues related to defective parts or assemblies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Florin High School
Sacramento, California 08.2014 - 05.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Billing & Coding
DeVry University
Sacramento, CaliforniaSkills
- Child development
- Behavior observation
- Record keeping
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Independent thinking
- Medical terminology
- Mandated Reporting
- Typing and filing
- HIPAA guidelines
Languages
4
Personal Information
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Self Employed Services
12.2024 - Current
Daycare Assistant
Explore Through Play
02.2022 - 11.2024
Server
Chili's Restaurant
02.2021 - 10.2022
Daycare Assistant
Creative Learning Daycare
01.2020 - 01.2021
Assembly Quality Control Inspector
Apple
08.2018 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Florin High School
08.2014 - 05.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Billing & Coding
DeVry University