Abigail (Abby) Stefanovic
Optometric Technician
Snohomish,WA
Work Preference
Timeline
Swim Instructor
LSSD Pool
12.2025 - Current
CiHS - Computer And Information Sciences
Everett Community College
2025 - 2028
Paraeducator, Special Education
Lifepoint
08.2025 - Current
GED -
Lake Stevens High School
2025 - 2028
Optometric Technician
Grandview Optometry
06.2024 - Current
Missionary
Ywam Global Missions Center
06.2023 - 06.2024
Worship Team Member
Lifepoint
03.2023 - Current
AV Technician
Lifepoint
10.2022 - 08.2025
Babysitter
Self-employeed
09.2019 - 06.2022
Work History
Swim Instructor
LSSD Pool
12.2025 - Current
- Assisted in developing lesson plans tailored to various skill levels.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback for improvement.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
Paraeducator, Special Education
Lifepoint
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted students with special needs in daily activities and learning tasks.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt instructional materials for accessibility.
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained a safe and organized classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and needs.
- Cotaught lessons with general education teachers, integrating modifications for special education students seamlessly into the curriculum.
- Assisted in planning field trips and extracurricular activities that catered to the unique interests of special education students.
- Provided a safe and inclusive learning environment that accommodated diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
Optometric Technician
Grandview Optometry
06.2024 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient inquiries professionally and courteously both in-person and over the phone.
- Enhanced patient understanding and compliance with treatment regimens through clear and empathetic communication.
- Performed ocular health assessments to aid optometrists in identifying potential eye-related conditions early on.
- Improved patient care by conducting comprehensive visual pre-testing procedures.
- Maintained inventory levels and accurate records of contact lenses and eyeglass frames.
- Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
- Fostered positive and welcoming clinic atmosphere, contributing to overall patient satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed appointment scheduling, optimizing patient flow and reducing wait times.
- Maintained clean and organized examination rooms, adhering to strict sanitation standards for optimal patient safety.
- Assisted with dilating patients or using eye medications when directed by optometrist.
Worship Team Member
Lifepoint
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute worship services, enhancing congregational engagement.
- Assisted in selecting and arranging music, ensuring alignment with service themes and scripture readings.
- Led rehearsals, providing constructive feedback to musicians and vocalists for improved performance quality.
- Coordinated with pastoral staff to align worship content with sermon themes, fostering cohesive service flow.
- Mentored new worship team members, providing guidance on musicianship, stage presence, and overall performance.
- Participated in regular practice sessions to ensure optimal performance quality during services and events.
- Performed solo pieces during offertory segments or other designated times within services as requested by leadership staff.
- Utilized strong sight-reading skills to learn new music quickly while consistently meeting performance deadlines.
- Collaborated with worship leaders to develop and execute engaging, meaningful, and inspiring worship sets.
AV Technician
Lifepoint
10.2022 - 08.2025
- Set up audio-visual equipment for events, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Conducted routine maintenance on audio-visual tools to ensure peak operational efficiency.
- Supported training sessions for staff on proper use of AV technology and equipment handling.
- Ensured smooth transitions between speakers at conferences by closely monitoring audio levels and adjusting as needed for optimal sound quality.
- Assisted in the creation of visually compelling presentations by consulting with clients on their content and design preferences for projected materials.
- Monitored and adjusted sound and lighting levels to optimize live event performance.
- Maintained and troubleshot audio and visual equipment to minimize downtime.
Missionary
Ywam Global Missions Center
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Built lasting relationships with community members through genuine empathy, compassion, active listening skills.
- Prepared and delivered mission-related presentations to church and community groups.
- Developed effective communication skills by interacting with diverse populations in various settings.
- Established trust within the community through regular engagement and consistent support.
- Strengthened community relations by organizing and participating in outreach programs.
- Facilitated spiritual growth among congregation members, leading weekly services and bible study sessions.
- Volunteered in overseas locations and in various roles.
Babysitter
Self-employeed
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Supervised children during activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Skills
- Classroom organization
- Scripture integration
- Audio equipment operation
- Customer service and support
- Multitasking
- Rehearsal scheduling
- Reliability
- Stage presence
- Teaching strategies
- Audience engagement
- Emotional expression
- Conflict resolution
- Decision-making
- Task prioritization
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Youth ministry
- Teamwork
- Valid Driver's license
- First aid training
- Advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- First aid and CPR
- CPR and AED
Education
GED -
Lake Stevens High School
Lake Stevens, WA 2025 - 2028
CiHS - Computer And Information Sciences
Everett Community College
Everett, WA 2025 - 2028
Summary
Motivated and versatile candidate with strong experience in education, youth support, customer service, and ministry. Skilled in teaching, mentoring, and adapting instruction for individuals of all ages and abilities—ranging from swim students to special education learners. Adept at building trust, offering patient guidance, and creating safe, supportive learning environments. Proven ability to deliver clear communication, whether supporting students, assisting patients in clinical settings, or collaborating with teams in worship and AV production. Known for reliability, compassion, and a strong work ethic, with the capacity to learn quickly and manage multiple responsibilities at once. Committed to leveraging these strengths to contribute meaningfully to any team, serve diverse communities, and support organizational goals with professionalism and care.