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Kayla merrill

glendale

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience at Billy's Place, excelling in community engagement and event organization. Proven ability in relationship building and effective communication, ensuring smooth operations and positive experiences. Skilled in recordkeeping and fundraising, committed to delivering impactful services while fostering a supportive environment for all participants.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Billy's Place
10.2024 - 10.2024
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.

Pet Sitter

Nextdoor
06.2023 - 06.2023
  • Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
  • Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
  • Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Provided daily physical exercise, mental stimulation and socialization to keep pets healthy and ward off unwanted behavior.
  • Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
  • Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
  • Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.

Teacher's Assistant

St. Thomas More Church
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
  • Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
  • Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
  • Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
  • Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
  • Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mountain Ridge High School
Glendale, AZ
05-2025

Skills

  • Recordkeeping
  • Fundraising
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Client relations strength
  • Disability awareness
  • Deadline adherence
  • Relationship building
  • Professional appearance
  • Conflict resolution
  • Community engagement
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Photography and videography
  • Team leadership

Interests

  • Cooking
  • Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
  • Gym Workouts
  • Music
  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • I have a passion for photography and editing photos
  • Volunteer Work
  • Animal Welfare Advocacy
  • Fundraising Events
  • Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Community Cleanup
  • Youth Development Programs

Timeline

Volunteer

Billy's Place
10.2024 - 10.2024

Pet Sitter

Nextdoor
06.2023 - 06.2023

Teacher's Assistant

St. Thomas More Church
08.2020 - 12.2020

High School Diploma -

Mountain Ridge High School

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