Makayla Simien
Lake Charles
Summary
Hardworking Cage Cashier promoted within months to professional. Successful at accurately cashing, processing and redeeming chips, tokens, personal checks, debit, and credit card transactions. Committed to resolving all guest complaints and inquiries.
Motivated Teacher dedicated to children's educational needs and development. Well-versed in presenting comprehensive lesson plans and assessing and recording student progress. Focused and diligent professional with in-depth knowledge of teaching best practices and strong moral values.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Calcasieu Parish School System
Lake Charles
08.2023 - Current
- Developed lesson plans to engage students in various subjects.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
- Assisted in classroom management and maintained student discipline.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Organized educational materials and resources for classroom use.
- Communicated with parents about student progress and behavior.
- Participated in professional development workshops for teaching strategies.
Cage Cashier
Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino
Lake Charles
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Processed cash transactions efficiently and accurately for guests.
- Assisted guests with currency exchanges and gaming chip purchases.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest experience.
- Conducted daily cash drawer reconciliations for accuracy and accountability.
- Implemented security measures to safeguard cash assets during shifts.
- Processed payments for chips, tokens, and cash transactions.
- Verified customer identification to ensure compliance with gaming regulations.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as counting money drawers and verifying floats.
Teacher
Moriah Christian Academy
Lake Charles
02.2019 - 08.2023
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2027
Associate of Science - Care And Development of Young Children
LSUE
Eunice, LA05-2022
Skills
- Team building
- Reporting and documentation
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Cash handling
- Analyzing data
- Problem solving
- Cash counting
Affiliations
- cheer coach for 3 years
- softball coach for 2 years
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cage Cashier
Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino
04.2024 - 12.2024
Teacher
Calcasieu Parish School System
08.2023 - Current
Teacher
Moriah Christian Academy
02.2019 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Care And Development of Young Children
LSUE