Karis Gutshall
Columbia
Summary
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Baker
Earth Fare Supermarket
05.2023 - Current
- Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
- Provided excellent customer service, answering questions about products and offering personalized recommendations based on individual preferences.
- Coordinated food deliveries to guarantee timely arrival of supplies.
- Managed daily operations of the bakery during manager''s absence, overseeing staff scheduling, order fulfillment, and overall performance.
Intern
The Heart of Hospice
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
Nanny
Individual Employer
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
Associate
Republic Icecream
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
- Managed customer relations through communication and helpful interactions.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
Assistant Teacher
The Crescent Childcare Center
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
Associate
Panera Bread
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
- Wrapped, boxed and weighed bakery department products.
- Managed customer relations through communication and helpful interactions.
Babysitter
Individual Employer
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
- Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
Education
Bachelor's of Social Work - Social Work
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN02-2025
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SCBachelor of Science - Biology
College of Charleston
Charleston, SCHigh School Diploma -
Spring Hill High School
Chapin, SC05.2018
Skills
- Team Player
- Customer Service
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Adaptive and creative
- Reliable and Responsible
- Active listener
- Active Learning
- Clear Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Intern
The Heart of Hospice
08.2024 - 02.2025
Baker
Earth Fare Supermarket
05.2023 - Current
Nanny
Individual Employer
09.2022 - 06.2023
Associate
Republic Icecream
12.2021 - 07.2022
Assistant Teacher
The Crescent Childcare Center
07.2019 - 01.2021
Associate
Panera Bread
02.2019 - 07.2019
Babysitter
Individual Employer
09.2016 - 07.2018
Bachelor's of Social Work - Social Work
Walden University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Trident Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
College of Charleston
High School Diploma -
Spring Hill High School
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