Ashley Birdsell
North Liberty,IA
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with a diverse background spanning laboratory techniques, educational leadership, and client care. Proven track record in managing high-volume workloads with meticulous attention to detail. Excelled in roles requiring critical thinking and adaptability, from legal assistance to educational leadership. Recognized for interpersonal communication and confidentiality, with a promotion highlighting achievement in fostering student development. Incredibly flexible individual with a diverse career and skill background.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician II
Integrated DNA Technologies
07.2024 - Current
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of oligos.
- Contributed to a safe and sterile working environment by consistently following established safety and cleaning/gowning procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Operated laboratory equipment such as pipettes, purifying machines, optical density readers, and manual desalt equipment.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
Lead Teacher
Premier Childcare And Learning Center
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom strategies.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development by creating a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere in the classroom.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on learning activities and group projects.
- Provided ongoing feedback and constructive criticism to students, encouraging continuous improvement in their work quality.
- Promoted from assistant teacher to lead after 6 months of employment.
Elderly Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care
01.2021 - 07.2024
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
All God's Children Daycare
07.2019 - 08.2023
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while supporting an optimal learning space for students.
- Served as a reliable source of support for lead teacher during times of absence or need for additional assistance in the classroom.
Legal Assistant
Nazette, Marner, Nathanson & Knoll LLP
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05-2024
Associate of Science - Biology
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA05-2020
Skills
- Critical thinking proficiency
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Clean Lab sterilization/processes
- Lab equipment processes
- Specimen processing/purification
- Documentation reporting and filing
- Heartsaver CPR AED
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management
- Scheduling/Planning
- MS office/excel proficient
- Confidentiality
Timeline
Laboratory Technician II
Integrated DNA Technologies
07.2024 - Current
Lead Teacher
Premier Childcare And Learning Center
09.2023 - 07.2024
Legal Assistant
Nazette, Marner, Nathanson & Knoll LLP
05.2021 - 06.2022
Elderly Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care
01.2021 - 07.2024
Childcare Assistant Teacher
All God's Children Daycare
07.2019 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Iowa
Associate of Science - Biology
Kirkwood Community College
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