Early Childhood Educator and Administrative Support Professional

Makenna Whorton

Leander, Texas • 512-***-**** • **********@******.***

Professional Summary

Detail-oriented professional with experience in education, healthcare support, and customer service. Skilled in organization, communication, and administrative tasks while maintaining efficiency in fast-paced environments. Known for strong attention to detail, teamwork, and building positive relationships with families, patients, and coworkers.

Core Skills

Customer Service Organization & Time Management Administrative Support Microsoft Office Google Workspace CRM Systems

Data Entry & Documentation Team Collaboration Attention to Detail Professional Experience

Primrose School — Lead Teacher (Jan 2025 – Mar 2026)

• Managed a classroom environment while ensuring safety, structure, and engagement for young learners.

• Implemented the Balanced Learning curriculum through structured educational activities.

• Planned and delivered daily lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards.

• Maintained consistent communication with parents regarding student progress and development.

• Supervised classroom assistants and provided daily direction and support.

• Maintained accurate developmental assessments and classroom records.

• Ensured compliance with all health, safety, and licensing regulations. Cadence Academy — Lead Teacher (Jul 2024 – Jan 2025)

• Developed indoor and outdoor learning environments that supported exploration and discovery.

• Implemented curriculum activities designed to prepare children for school readiness.

• Established daily schedules including group learning, creative play, and developmental activities.

• Collaborated with parents to support individual learning styles and developmental goals.

• Led classroom teams and coordinated daily classroom operations. Children’s Lighthouse of Brushy Creek — Teacher (Sep 2023 – Jul 2024)

• Supervised and instructed classrooms of children ages 3–4.5 using a structured curriculum.

• Developed hands-on learning activities promoting language, math, science, and creativity.

• Maintained a safe and supportive learning environment through effective classroom management.

• Built positive relationships with both students and parents. Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin — Senior Medical Lab Phlebotomist / Histology Lab

(Aug 2022 – Apr 2023)

• Performed laboratory procedures including tissue preparation, sectioning, staining, and slide mounting.

• Maintained detailed laboratory documentation and quality control records.

• Prepared equipment and materials used for histological testing and examination.

• Assisted in training laboratory personnel and providing technical guidance.

• Collaborated with healthcare staff to support accurate patient diagnostics. The Isle at Cedar Ridge — Server (Jun 2022 – Aug 2022)

• Provided dining services to residents in a high-volume retirement community.

• Prepared and delivered meals while maintaining strong customer service standards.

• Worked collaboratively with team members to ensure efficient service operations. Ascension Seton Medical Center — Volunteer / Medical Assistant Support (2019 – 2021)

• Assisted nursing staff with administrative and patient support tasks.

• Delivered laboratory samples and maintained transport documentation logs.

• Organized laboratory materials including slides, supplies, and records.

• Supported data entry, documentation, and filing for laboratory operations. Education

Associate Degree — Early Childhood Education, Texas A&M; University High School Diploma — Texas Connections Academy (2022) Certifications

• CPR Certification

• SIDS & Shaken Baby Syndrome Training

• Food Handler Certification

• Child Abuse Awareness Training

• Infant Safe Sleep Training

• Child Growth and Development Training

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