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Alita White

Somerville,Massachusetts

Summary

Energetic individual well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Experience in document management in archival, library, and office settings. Friendly and enthusiastic with strong communication. Reputation for hard work, creative thinking, and willingness to learn new things.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Server/Bartender

1812 on the River
Watertown, NY
04.2025 - Current
  • Took orders accurately whilst multitasking efficiently under pressure.
  • Demonstrated flexibility by covering various shifts as required.
  • Conducted basic cleaning duties diligently, maintaining cleanliness standards of the establishment.
  • Contributed towards team goals through effective collaboration with colleagues.

Private Tutor/Nanny

Byers Family
Sackets Harbor, NY
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Maintained records of each student's progress, identifying areas needing further improvement.
  • Designed engaging coursework materials to stimulate intellectual curiosity.
  • Conducted one-on-one sessions for personalized attention to each student's needs.

Dean's Office Assistant

Boston University College of Arts and Sciences
Boston, MA
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Responded to telephone and email inquiries from students, faculty, and members of the public.
  • Organized mail and communal office spaces.
  • Facilitated effective inter-departmental communication, enhancing collaboration efforts.

Historical Research Intern

Boston University College of Arts and Sciences
Boston, MA
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Demonstrated flexibility by assisting in various aspects of the project as required.
  • Curated captions and digitized artifacts into a cohesive story for the public
  • Examined digital archival databases for overlooked people and events.

Library and Archive Intern

Middle Temple Inn Library
London, UK
02.2022 - 04.2022
  • Managed library catalog and updated with latest material additions and removals.
  • Monitored and catalogued library collection, supplies, equipment and records.
  • Preserved historically significant archival documents from the 18th and 19th centuries.
  • Collected and analyzed research, generating educational blog content for the public.

Social Media Manager

Boston University
Boston, MA
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Designed digital content such as blogs, promotional materials and advertisements for social media.
  • Curated and segmented editorial content to increase engagement and channel growth by 75%.
  • Increased student engagement with literature and art through social media.

Teaching Assistant / Tutor

Copenhagen Central School
Copenhagen, NY
03.2019 - 01.2020
  • Offered students personalised support during in-class activities and projects in multiple subjects.
  • Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
  • Prepared class spaces and learning materials for upcoming teacher lessons.
  • Responded to changing needs of pupils and staff to provide maximum help and support.

Education

Master of Arts - Medieval History

University of York
09.2023 - 09/2024

Bachelor of Arts - History

Boston University
01.2020 - 05/2023

Skills

  • Digital and Analogue retrieval and research techniques
  • B1 German proficiency
  • Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Programs
  • Paleography
  • Latin
  • Digital Content Creation

Certification

Postgraduate Archival Skills Training, completed at the The National Archives London

Timeline

Server/Bartender

1812 on the River
04.2025 - Current

Private Tutor/Nanny

Byers Family
09.2024 - 04.2025

Master of Arts - Medieval History

University of York
09.2023 - 09/2024

Historical Research Intern

Boston University College of Arts and Sciences
09.2022 - 12.2022

Dean's Office Assistant

Boston University College of Arts and Sciences
09.2022 - 05.2023

Library and Archive Intern

Middle Temple Inn Library
02.2022 - 04.2022

Social Media Manager

Boston University
05.2021 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - History

Boston University
01.2020 - 05/2023

Teaching Assistant / Tutor

Copenhagen Central School
03.2019 - 01.2020
Alita White