Britney Niskanen
Columbia
Summary
I am a motivated first-year Business Management and Marketing student at the University of South Carolina with hands-on experience in childcare, customer service, hospitality, and team-based environments. I am known for strong communication skills, problem solving, adaptability and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, people-focused roles.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Nanny
Private Residence
Greer, SC
06.2021 - 08.2025
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and well-being of children.
- Planned and implemented engaging educational activities to promote learning and development.
- Assisted with meal preparation, adhering to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavioral issues.
- Maintained organized schedules for appointments, playdates, and extracurricular activities.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Extended Day Teacher
Greenville County School District
Greer, SC
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to support student learning and growth.
- Facilitated daily activities promoting social skills and teamwork among students.
- Assisted in creating a safe and positive learning environment for all participants.
- Collaborated with colleagues to implement effective classroom management strategies.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that resulted in a more focused and engaged classroom atmosphere.
- Planned fun and engaging activities to keep students occupied and provide additional learning opportunities.
Restaurant Hostess
Bonefish Grill
Greenville, SC
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Greeted and welcomed guests, ensuring a positive first impression.
- Managed reservation system, optimizing seating arrangements for efficiency.
- Assisted in training new host staff on operational procedures.
- Coordinated with servers to ensure timely table turnover during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the host stand and entry area.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
Greer, SC05-2025
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
Greer, SC05-2025
Skills
- Reliability and trustworthiness
- Approachable
- Customer service
- Strong multitasking
- Greeting guests
- Cash handling
- Handling complaints
- Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint
- CPR certified
- Complex Problem-solving
Timeline
Extended Day Teacher
Greenville County School District
10.2024 - 05.2025
Restaurant Hostess
Bonefish Grill
02.2024 - 08.2024
Seasonal Nanny
Private Residence
06.2021 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School