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Abigail Strawn

Goleta,CA

Summary

Diligent and high-achieving Psychological and Brain Sciences major at University of California, Santa Barbara. Salutatorian of the Class of 2022 in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program at Granby High School. Committed team athlete on the UCSB club rowing team. Dependable employee in food service and childcare industries. Eager to gain hands-on laboratory experience. Well-versed in psychological research methods and statistical analysis. Comfortable managing time and adhering to strict deadlines.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Member

Backyard Bowls
09.2023 - Current
  • Serve and interact with customers in a friendly and welcoming manner.
  • Make acai bowls, smoothies, toasts, oatmeal, and more.
  • Ensure quality and accuracy of orders.
  • Work efficiently alongside other team members in high-pressure environments.
  • Keep establishment neat and clean.
  • Perform daily opening and closing tasks.
  • Address customers' complaints in polite and professional manner.
  • Anticipate needs of others and take initiative to complete tasks without being prompted.

Student Employee

Ortega Dining Commons
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Packaged and delivered meals to students.
  • Worked quickly and efficiently during lunch and dinner rushes to prevent backups.
  • Handled food in accordance with food safety regulations.
  • Kept facilities clean by sweeping, mopping, and washing dishes daily.

Babysitter and Nanny

Private Residences
08.2018 - 06.2022
  • Cared for children ages one through 11 while parents were away.
  • Provided children with enrichment such as exercise, make-believe games, art, and cooking projects.
  • Prepared healthy meals for children.
  • Bathed, changed diapers, and put children to bed.
  • Used firm discipline when necessary.
  • Helped elementary school students with homework.
  • Cared for children with special needs, such as Autism.
  • Developed close relationships with both children and parents.

Childcare Provider

Crossroads Church
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Cared for 10 to 15 children for several hours a week.
  • Facilitated entertainment through outdoor games, crafts, dances and more.
  • Disciplined and resolved disputes between children when necessary.
  • Emphasized and demonstrated importance of compassionate and respectful attitudes to children.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychological And Brain Sciences

University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
06.2025

High School Diploma -

Granby High School
Norfolk, VA
06.2022

Skills

  • Hardworking and determined
  • Team player
  • Functions well under pressure
  • Organized and clean
  • Pays close attention to detail
  • Friendly and personable
  • Learns quickly and anticipates needs
  • Good communication skills
  • Follows instructions
  • Good time management skills

Timeline

Team Member

Backyard Bowls
09.2023 - Current

Student Employee

Ortega Dining Commons
01.2023 - 06.2023

Childcare Provider

Crossroads Church
01.2022 - 06.2022

Babysitter and Nanny

Private Residences
08.2018 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Science - Psychological And Brain Sciences

University of California, Santa Barbara

High School Diploma -

Granby High School
Abigail Strawn