Taylor Finney
Springfield
Summary
Dynamic professional with strong skills in customer engagement as well as a dedicated educator. Proven ability to enhance customer/parent satisfaction while fostering a supportive environment wherever I am. Detail-oriented bartender and educator experienced in cash management and problem solving.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Bartender
Butternut Hut
Springfield
04.2024 - Current
- Served a variety of cocktails and beverages, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Delivered excellent service through active engagement with patrons.
- Ensured compliance with regulations by monitoring customer behavior.
- Processed customer payments accurately, managing cash transactions effectively.
Teacher
Headstart Daycare
Springfield
08.2024 - 03.2026
- Cultivated a supportive classroom atmosphere that encouraged positive behaviors.
- Facilitated daily activities targeting physical, social, and emotional growth.
- Engaged with parents to review child progress and address concerns.
Teacher's Aide
Trinity Lutheran Church and School
Springfield
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Monitored student behavior and participation to support effective classroom management.
- Facilitated small group instruction, enhancing individual learning experiences.
- Organized classroom supplies to maintain a clean and efficient learning environment.
- Collaborated with special education staff, addressing diverse learning needs effectively.
Bartender
Coonrods
Springfield
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Served a variety of cocktails and beverages, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Delivered excellent service through active engagement with patrons.
- Ensured compliance with regulations by monitoring customer behavior.
- Processed customer payments accurately, managing cash transactions effectively.
Preschool Teacher
Trinity Lutheran Church and School
Springfield
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Cultivated a supportive classroom atmosphere that encouraged positive behaviors.
- Facilitated daily activities targeting physical, social, and emotional growth.
- Engaged with parents to review child progress and address concerns.
Preschool Aide
Trinity Lutheran Church and School
Springfield
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Supported teachers with lesson preparation and daily classroom activities.
- Ensured children's safety during playtime through active supervision.
- Maintained a tidy classroom environment by organizing educational materials.
- Engaged with parents to discuss children's progress and experiences.
Bank Teller Intern
Illinois State Police Federal Credit Union
Springfield
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Balanced transactions daily and maintained accurate cash drawer operations.
- Organized paperwork and documentation to support branch operations efficiently.
- Educated customers on credit union products and services to enhance understanding.
- Assisted members with account inquiries and service requests to ensure satisfaction.
Elderly Caregiver
Meeting Your Needs 24/7
Champaign
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and eating.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations in a calm manner.
Sandwich Artist
Subway
Paxton
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Prepared fresh sandwiches per customer specifications and menu standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and dining areas.
- Operated cash register, processed transactions, and managed cash handling effectively.
- Trained new employees on sandwich preparation and customer service techniques.
- Managed inventory levels and assisted with supply ordering as needed.
Gardener
Village Of Rantoul, Illinois
Rantoul
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Enhanced landscape aesthetics through regular pruning and seasonal flower planting.
- Operated and maintained gardening tools to ensure optimal performance.
- Ensured efficient and safe completion of all garden maintenance tasks.
- Collected leaves, weeds, and debris for proper disposal or composting.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School
Paxton, IL05-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, ILSkills
- Cocktail preparation
- Beverage service
- Customer engagement
- Cash management
- Payment processing
- Compliance monitoring
- Staff collaboration
- Problem solving
- Behavior management
- Child development
- Lesson planning
- Parent communication
Certification
Child Development Associate
Timeline
Teacher
Headstart Daycare
08.2024 - 03.2026
Bartender
Butternut Hut
04.2024 - Current
Teacher's Aide
Trinity Lutheran Church and School
08.2023 - 08.2024
Bartender
Coonrods
06.2023 - 03.2024
Preschool Teacher
Trinity Lutheran Church and School
08.2021 - 08.2023
Preschool Aide
Trinity Lutheran Church and School
04.2019 - 08.2021
Bank Teller Intern
Illinois State Police Federal Credit Union
01.2019 - 03.2019
Elderly Caregiver
Meeting Your Needs 24/7
06.2018 - 12.2018
Sandwich Artist
Subway
08.2015 - 06.2018
Gardener
Village Of Rantoul, Illinois
06.2015 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Lincoln Land Community College