Morgan Lijewski
2777 W 675 N Michigan City ,IN
Summary
Dedicated childcare provider with a strong background at Trinity Lutheran Preschool and Daycare, skilled in fostering emotional well-being and implementing age-appropriate activities. Known for patience and empathy, I effectively managed behavior issues and communicated regularly with parents, ensuring a nurturing environment that promotes child development and safety.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Provider
Trinity Lutheran Preschool and Daycare
Sawyer , MI
12.2020 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child''s achievements or concerns while offering guidance on home-based support strategies.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Oversaw smooth drop-off/pick-up transitions by maintaining open communication with parents and ensuring a safe environment for children.
- Implemented daily routines to establish consistency, helping children transition smoothly between activities.
Front of House Employee (Bartender)
Redamaks
Michigan City, Indiana
03.2005 - Current
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment for guests, contributing to positive dining experiences.
- Handled high-pressure situations with grace, maintaining excellent service standards even during peak hours or understaffed shifts.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
- Performed opening and closing duties diligently, ensuring the restaurant was ready for optimal operations each day.
- Trained new front of house employees on company policies, menu knowledge, and customer service techniques for seamless integration into the team.
- Built rapport with regular customers by remembering names, preferences, or personal details that enhanced their experience at the establishment.
- Promoted an inclusive, respectful work environment by collaborating effectively with diverse colleagues and addressing any conflicts professionally.
Front of House Employee
Blind Pig
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Assisted servers with delivering food, filling beverages, and retrieving items for guests.
- Helped guests at tables when in need of assistance.
- Contributed to team efficiency by promptly completing side work tasks during downtime periods.
- Managed phone lines, taking reservations, processing takeout orders, and addressing any customer concerns with professionalism.
Education
General Studies -
Lake Michigan College
Benton Harbor, MI06.2005
High School Diploma -
New Buffalo High School
New Buffalo, MI06-2005
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Friendly and respectful
- Child safety
- Childcare/Supervision
- CPR training/First aid
- Child development Social and Emotional
- Age-appropriate activities
- Early childhood education
- Child development knowledge
- Child safety procedures
- Planning and leading activities
Certification
CPR certified
First Aid certified
Health and Safety Training for providers 2020-Current
Infant Safe Sleep
CPR
Teaching the steps of how to do CPR
How to handle the situation calmly
Gave rescue breaths to a manikin Adult size, toddler size and infants
training on how to use an AED correctly
Heimlich maneuver education was taught for infants, toddlers and adults
Basic first Aid was also taught in combination with the CPR course
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Trinity Lutheran Preschool and Daycare
12.2020 - Current
Front of House Employee
Blind Pig
11.2018 - 02.2019
Front of House Employee (Bartender)
Redamaks
03.2005 - Current
General Studies -
Lake Michigan College
High School Diploma -
New Buffalo High School
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