Kailey Kahanek
Fort Collins
Summary
Dedicated professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders, committed to supporting individuals in achieving meaningful communication outcomes. Brings strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and a focus on providing ethical, person-centered services. Offers a solid foundation of academic preparation alongside extensive experience in customer service, volunteer work, and leadership. Eager to contribute positively and effectively to a multidisciplinary team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server/Hospitality Facilitator
Moot House Restaurant
Fort Collins
01.2019 - Current
- Create positive dining experiences by providing exceptional customer service, and personalized attention.
- Worked alongside team members to facilitate seamless restaurant operations as a team during high-demand periods.
- Assisted in training new servers on restaurant policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely order delivery.
- Consistently executed all responsibilities, supporting successful functioning of the restaurant.
SLPA Internship
University Of Northern Colorado
Greeley
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Compared and contrasted roles and responsibilities of SLPA and SLP.
- Demonstrated clinical skills for children with communication impairments.
- Intentionally worked to create rapport with students, as well as to understand their specific needs and backgrounds.
- Inspected personal interaction styles and beliefs about learning and mentoring relationships.
- Implemented therapy plans based on SLP supervisor's goals.
- Examined concepts and principles related to screening and intervention.
- Designed effective intervention materials for therapy sessions.
Administrative Assistant/Hospitality Team Coordinator
River of Life Fellowship
Wellington
01.2021 - 09.2025
- Assessed staff workloads and provided necessary assistance to optimize productivity.
- Scheduled and led hospitality team volunteers to ensure welcoming experiences at River of Life.
- Managed scheduling for meetings and events at River of Life Fellowship.
- Organized church activities and outreach programs to enhance community engagement.
- Coordinated communication between departments and community members to foster collaboration.
- Facilitated volunteer coordination for church events and initiatives, improving participation rates.
Barista
Berry Blendz Smoothie Company
Fort Collins
12.2017 - 12.2019
- Performed duties required to open and close store.
- Obediently followed health code regulations.
- Provided great customer service at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO05.2025
Skills
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Therapy planning and facilitation
- Child engagement and teaching
- Public speaking and rapport building
- Data documentation and collection
- Time management and scheduling
- Customer service and support
- Event organization and volunteer management
Volunteer Experience
- Co-Leader, River of Life Young Adults Group
- High School Youth Leader
- Volunteer, Treasure Chest Organization (UNC)
- Camp Leader
- Mission Trip Participant, River of Life Fellowship – Guatemala (2023)
Supported children and families at a local orphanage by providing resources and building meaningful relationships through play-based interaction.
References
Available upon request.
Awards Recognition
- Leadership, Leadership Award (Ambassadors & Cheerleading, 2016)
- Athletics, Heart of a Champion Award (Cheerleading, 2017), Most Coachable (Cheerleading, 2017)
- Professional, MVP Candidate/Hospitality Champion (Moot House Restaurant, 2019/2025)
Certification
Certified Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (C-SLPA)
Timeline
SLPA Internship
University Of Northern Colorado
08.2025 - 12.2025
Administrative Assistant/Hospitality Team Coordinator
River of Life Fellowship
01.2021 - 09.2025
Server/Hospitality Facilitator
Moot House Restaurant
01.2019 - Current
Barista
Berry Blendz Smoothie Company
12.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
University of Northern Colorado