Amanda Gardin
Chicago,,IL
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Library Associate
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
07.2023 - Current
- Produced engaging programs for children ages 0-12, including a weekly storytime and one-on-one reading program and multiple school-aged programs each month
- Presented storytimes at local schools and daycare centers
- Created rotational junior fiction and picture book displays and book bundles highlighting diverse themes and stories resulting in increased circulation
- Provided support to patrons in technology-related questions, accessing library resources, finding materials and providing readers' advisory
- Assisted in basic Access Services duties, checking in and out library materials, receiving daily deliveries and processing requests
Exceptional Child Assistant
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Worked with groups grades K-5 giving 1-on-1 attention while maintaining focus on the group
- Created a warm and welcoming environment and attitude conducive to students' learning
- Supervised general education classrooms with groups of up to 30 children
- Documented student behavior to contribute to IEPs and provided clerical support to EC teachers
Sales Associate
Crate & Barrel
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Greeted guests upon entrance and assisted customers with a variety of questions and requests, promoting sales and returning customers
- Completed purchases at the registers, handling cash and card transactions quickly and efficiently
Barista
Graduate Hotel Poindexter Coffee
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Provided excellent customer service while taking orders and preparing them efficiently
Administrative Assistant and Outreach Consultant
Parity Productions
05.2020 - 02.2021
- Provided administrative support to the Artistic Director and other employees
- Promoted from an internship to consultant staff position
- Developed relationships with local business donors to secure partnerships
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre & Drama
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05.2022
Skills
- Customer service
- Children's programs
- Horizon & BiblioCommons
- Strong oral & written communication skills
- Microsoft Word, Google Docs, Canva
- Thoughtful and creative thinking
Timeline
Children's Library Associate
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
07.2023 - Current
Exceptional Child Assistant
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
11.2022 - 06.2023
Sales Associate
Crate & Barrel
07.2022 - 11.2022
Barista
Graduate Hotel Poindexter Coffee
05.2021 - 07.2021
Administrative Assistant and Outreach Consultant
Parity Productions
05.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre & Drama
Indiana University Bloomington
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