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Rebekah Gilkison

Frankfort

Summary

Dynamic and resourceful professional with experience at Once Upon A 2 Goat Farm, excelling in documentation and recordkeeping. Proven ability to build relationships and enhance community engagement through educational projects. Meticulous attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills contribute to efficient operations and positive outcomes in diverse environments. Organized and dedicated with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Farm Admin Assistant

Once Upon A 2 Goat Farm
03.2020 - Current
  • Assists in ensuring smooth daily operations and communication.
  • Processed incoming correspondence, prioritizing urgent requests efficiently.
  • Maintaining an organized filing system to ensure proper documentation.
  • Collaborated with members of the community on various projects to achieve educational hands on experiences with our farm animals. Enhancing the education of many children that otherwise might have negative or no experience with many animals.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital farm keeping.


Daycare Teacher

Creation Kingdom
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child's progress and needs.
  • Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Guided students through daily routines, instilling a sense of responsibility and independence within each child.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems.
  • Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.

Physical Therapist Technician

ProActive Therapy
08.2015 - 07.2016
  • Assisted physical therapists in administering treatment plans and rehabilitation exercises.
  • Monitored patient progress, documenting improvements and adjusting care as needed.
  • Educated patients on therapeutic exercises and proper use of equipment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment areas, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Promoted patient safety by monitoring equipment usage and ensuring proper technique during rehabilitation exercises.
  • Built rapport with patients, establishing trust that facilitated open communication about their goals and concerns during therapy sessions.
  • Ensured timely completion of tasks by managing multiple responsibilities, including equipment setup and clean-up after therapy sessions.
  • Educated patients on injury prevention and home exercises to promote long-term health and wellness.
  • Contributed to a positive clinic atmosphere through effective communication skills, empathetic listening, and professionalism.
  • Facilitated patient understanding of their therapy plans by providing clear explanations and answering questions in a professional manner.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Ensured accurate data-keeping with diligent charting.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive, private patient information, by adhering to strict privacy policies.

Lifeguard and Swim Instructor

YMCA
06.2014 - 08.2015
  • Monitored pool area to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Trained and mentored new swim instructors, enhancing team performance and safety awareness.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment and facilities, identifying maintenance needs proactively.
  • Collaborated with management to establish safety protocols, ensuring adherence to best practices.
  • Educated patrons on pool rules and safety procedures, fostering a safe environment for all guests.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Provided friendly customer service to families and addressed concerns.
  • Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
  • Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, and storms.
  • Supported swim lesson instructors in providing quality instruction to students of all ages and skill levels.
  • Designed and implemented engaging swim lesson plans tailored to diverse skill levels.
  • Instructed students on water safety techniques, enhancing confidence and reducing anxiety.
  • Monitored individual progress, providing constructive feedback to foster improvement.
  • Trained junior instructors, sharing best practices for effective teaching methods.
  • Developed innovative drills to improve swimming techniques and overall performance.
  • Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
  • Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
  • Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
  • Addressed behavioral issues promptly using a fair and consistent approach, fostering a respectful learning environment for all participants.

Education

No Degree - Pre Physical Therapy

Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY

High School Diploma -

Franklin County High School
Frankfort, KY
06-2016

Skills

  • Computer skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Strong proble
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Professional and mature
  • Relationship building
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Resourceful
  • Time management
  • Reliable and Dependable
  • Conflict resolution
  • Allergy awareness

Timeline

Farm Admin Assistant

Once Upon A 2 Goat Farm
03.2020 - Current

Daycare Teacher

Creation Kingdom
09.2018 - 05.2019

Physical Therapist Technician

ProActive Therapy
08.2015 - 07.2016

Lifeguard and Swim Instructor

YMCA
06.2014 - 08.2015

No Degree - Pre Physical Therapy

Georgetown College

High School Diploma -

Franklin County High School

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