Kinlee Shaw
San Tan Valley
Summary
Passionate and self-taught baker with deep family roots in baking, having learned from both mother and great-grandmother. Launched a home baking business in September 2024, developing original recipes and adapting cherished family traditions. Currently transitioning from a career in special needs childcare to pursue baking full-time. Seeking hands-on experience in a professional bakery to further refine skills and grow within the industry.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Baker
The Dally Shop (Self Owned Company)
San Tan Valley, AZ
09.2024 - Current
- Developed unique recipes that catered to client tastes and preferences, resulting in a diverse product offering with strong appeal.
- Conducted regular quality control checks on products, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation for each order fulfilled.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by juggling multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or timeliness.
- Incorporated seasonal ingredients and flavors into product offerings to keep customers interested and excited about our menu throughout the year.
- Streamlined baking processes for improved efficiency, consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Built a loyal customer base through targeted marketing efforts, including social media promotion and local advertising campaigns.
Lead Paraprofessional
Laurens Institute for Education
Gilbert, AZ
07.2024 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
Lead Paraprofessional
Lexington Academy
Mesa, AZ
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Sales Associate
Old Navy
Queen Creek, AZ
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Combs High School
San Tan Valley, AZ05-2021
Skills
- Sanitation practices
- Cake decorating
- Allergen awareness
- Ingredient measuring
- Order fulfillment
- Waste reduction
- Recipe development
- Team player
- Customer service
- Active listener
- Food safety and sanitation
- Food safety
Timeline
Home Baker
The Dally Shop (Self Owned Company)
09.2024 - Current
Lead Paraprofessional
Laurens Institute for Education
07.2024 - Current
Lead Paraprofessional
Lexington Academy
08.2022 - 05.2024
Sales Associate
Old Navy
10.2019 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Combs High School