Amari Thomas
Santa Barbara,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with a focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier & Cook
Jack in the Box
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Worked as a cashier, fryer cook, prep cook, and grill cook.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Restocked and organized merchandise.
- Welcomed customers and assisted them with inquiries, providing exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from customers.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Efficiently made product recommendations to increase sales.
Health & Wellness Intern
Jakara Movement
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Hosted town hall meetings, school rallies, and tabling events to spread awareness and education regarding substance use.
- Spoke at school board meetings, fighting for a NARCAN training mandate for all teachers, liaison, and bus drivers. (Passed by Central Unified School Board in 2024)
- Attended classes for substances and substance use education.
- Received training for CPR and NARCAN administration.
- Became a mandated reporter as well as resource for my peers if they were in need of help regarding substance use, or mental health.
Tutor Volunteer
Step Up Tutoring
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Tutored a fifth grader in language proficiency.
- Helped my student, who was a second language learner, develop their writing, spelling, and articulation to a higher level.
Clinical Neuroscience Immersion Experience
Stanford University, School of Medicine
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Delivered support to a strong clinical team focused on researching and proposing advancements to Functional near-infrared Spectroscopy.
- Assisted with data collection and analysis for research projects, contributing to evidence-based practices.
- Attended lectures from renowned Stanford professors, learning about various concepts within Neuroscience.
Daycare Assistant
Kids Kingdom Daycare
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Assisted in taking care of children aged from 6 months to 12 years old.
- Helped maintain a safe, comfortable, and overall healthy environment; ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
- Observed play activities and interactions to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Provided support during naptime, ensuring a peaceful environment for their needed sleep.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological And Brain Sciences
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.2027
High School Diploma -
Central East High School
Fresno, CA06.2023
Skills
- Public speaking
- Customer Service
- Time management skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Health Promotion Strategies
- Substance Abuse Prevention
- Health Education
- Mental health awareness
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical Research
- Early Childhood Education
- Health and safety
- Performance Improvement
- Homework Assistance
Jazz Saxophonist
- Currently performs for the UCSB Jazz Ensemble.
- Distinguished and experienced musician with 11 years of experience.
- Plays Alto and Tenor Saxophone.
- First chair and section leader for the wind instruments in the Central East High School Jazz Ensemble. (2021-2023)
- First chair Tenor Saxophonist in FMCMEA Honor All-Star Jazz Band. (2023)
Classical Clarinetist
- First chair clarinet in the Central East High School Wind Ensemble. (2021-2023)
- Section leader in the Central East High School Wind Ensemble & Marching Band (2021-2023)
- Performed in the FMCMEA Honor Wind Ensemble. (2022)
- Performed in the FMCMEA Honor Orchestra. (2023)
Timeline
Health & Wellness Intern
Jakara Movement
08.2022 - 06.2023
Tutor Volunteer
Step Up Tutoring
01.2022 - 01.2023
Clinical Neuroscience Immersion Experience
Stanford University, School of Medicine
01.2022 - 01.2023
Cashier & Cook
Jack in the Box
04.2021 - 09.2023
Daycare Assistant
Kids Kingdom Daycare
06.2019 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biological And Brain Sciences
University of California, Santa Barbara
High School Diploma -
Central East High School