Ava Ralston
Eugene
Summary
Motivated college student with a track record of academic excellence looking for part-time work. Intends to develop professional work experience, utilizing excellent communication, reliability, and time management skills. Future goal of becoming a journalist and an editor for a newspaper.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Michaels Arts and Crafts
Lacey, WA
09.2023 - 08.2025
- Assisted customers with product selection and project ideas to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to promote seasonal promotions and new arrivals.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems and handled cash management duties.
- Educated customers on crafting techniques and product usage, fostering community engagement.
- Took a break mid 2024, and came back summer of 2025.
Summer Babysitter
Family Friends & Others
Lacey, WA
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
- Checked homework and assisted with schoolwork and studying.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Responsibly watched children while parents were out.
- Organized various activities, games, crafts and outings to keep children entertained.
- Organized creative activities to develop children's physical, emotional and social growth.
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Supervised and cared for children ages 5 to 10.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
- Read stories and played alphabet games to promote early literacy.
Education
High School Diploma - English- AP Course
River Ridge High School
Lacey, WA06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06.2028
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Behavior Monitoring
- Child Supervision
- Homework Assistance
- Following Directions
- Schedule Management
- Reliability
- Time Management
- Positive and Professional
- Keeping Children Safe
- Follows Directions
Timeline
Sales Associate
Michaels Arts and Crafts
09.2023 - 08.2025
Summer Babysitter
Family Friends & Others
07.2023 - 09.2023
High School Diploma - English- AP Course
River Ridge High School
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of Oregon