KERSTA M. KETCHUM

*** ***** ******, **** ******, Illinois 60466

708-***-****

OBJECTIVE

To benefit an organization as a Food Service Professional.

CORE STRENGTHS

Effectively communicate written and verbally Ability to perform physical tasks

Ability to perform well under stressful situations Maintain quality professional standards

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Teacher Assistant

Children’s First Learning Academy, Park Forest, Illinois

2014-2015

Assist in circle time

Help with field trips

Clean up around classroom

Help with feedings and diaper changing

Home Health Aid

Kelly Home Healthcare, Olympia Fields, Illinois

2013-2014

Housekeeping(making beds, Laundry)

Prepared meals

Routine errands

Having conversation

CASHIER

Buy-N-Save, Richton Park, Illinois

2008 - 2010

Greeted and answered customer’s questions during the checkout process.

Performed cash register functions.

Handled cash, check, and credit card transactions.

Stocked and maintained a clean work area.

ASSISTANT TEACHER

First Steps Childcare, Park Forest, Illinois

2005 - 2008

Performed interactive activities such as arts and crafts, storytelling, singing and group games.

Engaged educational and personal child development in a respectful and appropriate manner throughout the day.

Communicated to parent or guardian child’s daily progress.

Maintained play area and materials are cleaned, correctly stored and labeled.

CASE MANAGER

Charleston Transitional Facility, Park Forest, Illinois

2002 – 2005

Assisted adults with developmental disabilities to have a natural home life while living in a roommate home environment.

Worked to improve residents with daily living skills, money management, community integration, vocational opportunities, and other skill areas.

EDUCATION

South Suburban College, South Holland, Illinois

Prairie State College, Chicago Heights, Illinois

General Courses – 30 credit hours

Hillcrest High School, Country Club Hills, Illinois

Diploma – June 1993

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