Mikaela Lingat

Experience

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  At home

  May 2016 - Aug 2016

  Tutoring

  • Tutored a speech disabled (selective mutism) child over the summer. Taught her English (Reading/Writing) and Pre-K Math before she attended Kindergarten

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  California Pizza Kitchen

  Jun 2016 - Feb 2017

  • Cleaned tables and floors when customers have left, as well as helped clean after hours. • Greeted customers and seated them accordingly. • Organized seating plan for servers.

  • Busser

    Oct 2016 - Feb 2017

  • Hostess

    Jun 2016 - Feb 2017
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  Maggiano's Little Italy

  Feb 2017 - Jan 2019

  • Helped set up tables and the party room before guests arrived. Served guests with full course meals, filled up their waters, bussed tables, and accommodated to their needs. Helped break down the rooms afterwards and set up for the next party. • Assembled takeout orders in the back and ran it to the front. • Went through each order with the guest then proceeded to take payment and accommodate to their needs. • Greeted customers and seated them accordingly. • Managed OpenTable and answered phone calls in order to schedule reservations.• Organized seating plan for servers.

  • Banquet Server

    Aug 2018 - Jan 2019

  • Carryout Teammate

    Mar 2017 - Jan 2019

  • Hostess

    Feb 2017 - Jan 2019
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  Oakton Community College

  Aug 2018 - Aug 2019

  • Worked as a team lead during the summer and winter breaks. Trained the new orientation team and lead the team during activities and managing duties. • Welcomed new students to the college, led students during tours as well as assisted in registering them for classes. Helped adult students get accustomed to the college and sign up for recommended classes. • Completed the Emerging Leaders Program and became a mentor to lead groups of students through two levels of training, workshops, and volunteer opportunities in order to sharpen leadership skills. • Worked at the Enrollment Center. Scheduled advisor appointments for incoming students, recurring students, and adult students. Called students to remind them of their appointment, set up pamphlets for advisors, and left voicemails for students to fill out educational plans.

  • Orientation Team Lead

    May 2018 - Aug 2019

  • Emerging Leaders Mentor

    Aug 2018 - May 2019

  • Peer Advisor

    Aug 2018 - Dec 2018
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  Northeastern Illinois University

  Mar 2020 - May 2022

  • Worked as an Orientation Leader during Summer and Winter breaks. Welcomed incoming students to the university through virtual and physical orientation sessions.• Assisted at various events such as International Student Orientation, Fall Orientation/Welcome Days and various other orientation programs to welcome new students, give tours, and help students register for classes. Facilitated large and small group events and discussions. Served as a resource for incoming first-year students. • Supervised virtual placement testing for incoming students during the global pandemic.• Completed ACCUPLACER training and received ACCUPLACER Certificate of Test Administration.

  • Orientation Leader

    Mar 2020 - May 2022

  • Student Proctor

    Mar 2020 - Aug 2020
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  Evanston/Skokie School District 65

  Apr 2022 - Jun 2023

  Academic Skill Center Lead Tutor

  • Worked to address gaps in students' math or literacy/language arts learning with added support for executive functioning skills. Provided focused, small group coaching sessions 3-5 times per week for students in the 1st through 5th grade to address unfinished learning from preceding COVID-19 pandemic years. Helped students access grade-level learning within their classrooms following the 10-12 week program as students receive and pursue individualized academic needs via small group instruction within the school's acceleration blocks.• Led a team of coaches, conducting team meetings, training new coaches, and helping them monitor student progress while implementing lessons and resources tailored to each student’s needs. Collaborated with classroom teachers, instructional coaches, social workers, and other educators to design and implement individualized strategies and resources for student success. Facilitated communication between educators, ASC tutors, and families to ensure cohesive, targeted support. Show less

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  Skokie Park District

  Jul 2023 - now

  Program Director and Fitness Center Associate

  • Leads and supervises daily camp operations for 25-35 campers (ages 9-11), ensuring a safe, engaging, and structured environment. Designs and facilitates movement-based activities beyond traditional sports, incorporating field trips to locations such as the Lincoln Park Zoo, swimming facilities, rock climbing centers, and kayaking sites.• Manages and mentors a team of 3-5 camp counselors, providing leadership, guidance, and hands-on support to enhance camper experiences. Conducts pre- and post-trip meetings, setting clear expectations, reinforcing safety protocols, and leading team-building activities to foster a strong camp community.• Maintains detailed records of camper progress and behavior, coordinating with supervisors and staff to ensure a smooth and enjoyable camp experience. Attends staff meetings and training sessions, contributing to program development and continuous improvement of camp operations.• Works as a Front Desk Associate at the Weber Leisure Fitness Center. Manages front desk operations at a high-traffic fitness center, providing exceptional customer service by greeting members, assisting with check-ins, and addressing inquiries. Monitors facility activities, equipment usage, and locker rooms, ensuring a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment by restocking supplies.• Assists members with equipment use, safety guidelines, and troubleshooting, while enforcing facility rules and maintaining an organized workout space. Conducts tours for new members, answers questions about memberships, and handles phone inquiries. Show less

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  Evanston/Skokie School District 65

  Aug 2023 - May 2024

  5th Grade Monolingual General Ed Teacher

  • Designed and implemented engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards. Incorporated differentiated instruction to support diverse learning styles, abilities, and interests. • Created an inclusive, student-centered classroom environment that fostered collaboration, critical thinking, and a love for learning, while integrating meaningful technology applications to enhance instruction. Established clear, consistent expectations for academic performance, classroom behavior, and homework completion, promoting student accountability and self-discipline.• Utilized data-driven decision-making to assess student progress, modify lesson plans, and provide targeted interventions that met individual academic and social-emotional needs. Maintained student records, including grades, assessments, and progress reports, while preparing substitute plans and engaging substitutes in advance when possible.• Maintained proactive communication with parents, colleagues, and administrators to support student growth, foster strong school-home connections, and collaborate on best practices. Committed to ongoing professional growth, participating in faculty meetings, team collaborations, and continued learning opportunities to refine instructional practices. Show less