Carissa Callender
Henderson,NC
Summary
Pursuing a BS in History-Secondary Education at North Carolina Agriculture and Technical State University. The goal is to leverage active listening skills, creativity, and leadership abilities to excel in this role. Passionate about teaching African American history at the high school level, eager to contribute knowledge and make a positive impact on students' understanding of this important subject. Excited to embark on a fulfilling career as a High School African American History Teacher upon graduation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Member
Chick-Fil-A Friendly Center
11.2023
- My duties are to greet and provide customers with efficient service
- Some duties include taking orders, packaging and serving out orders, and stocking at the end of each shift
- My coworkers and I work together to ensure we complete each task accurately.
Shift Leader
Coldstone Creamery
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Provide stellar customer service to customers, vendors, and coworkers
- Main duties include serving customers and answering questions, complete cash transactions and work with coworkers to problem-solve operational issues
- Promoted from Crew Member to Shift Leader in November 2021
- Additional duties include opening and closing the store.
To-Go Specialist, Host
Olive Garden
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Package and carry out food for customers, along with taking to-go orders
- As a host, my main duties are seating customers, keeping track of seating charts, and ensuring servers maintain their sections.
Mentor
Link Crew
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided mentorship to Freshmen transitioning to high school
- Supported students by leading campus tours, sharing academic advice, providing emotional support, and facilitating peer bonding through social activities.
Summer Splash Volunteer
MacGregor Downs Health & Rehabilitation Center
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Provided emotional and social support to residents by assisting them with beautification activities, board games, and social gatherings while adhering to facility privacy policies.
Volunteer
Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Learned about food insecurity within the community
- Provided Volunteer service by sorting food and preparing boxes for community distribution.
Education
BS in History-Secondary Education -
North Carolina Agricultural And Technical State University
Greensboro, NC12.2025
Health Sciences Academy Graduate -
South Central High School
Winterville, NC06.2021
Skills
- Active-Listening
- Leadership
- Creative
- Communication
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- First Aid and CPR Training
Activities
- Triangle Down Syndrome Network Buddy Walk Volunteer, 03/2019, Assisted with the successful execution of a fundraiser
- Key Club, 06/2020-06/2021
Awards
Thurgood Marshall College Fund BlackRock Scholarship, August 2024
ALPHA IOTA-Katie Lee Scholarship, June 2021
Projects
"The Pop-Out Juneteenth Event"(06/2024): Hosted and coordinated a Juneteenth event to highlight black businesses and for members of my community to come support and celebrate the culture
HBCU Supply Drive and Giveaway(08/2023): Hosted and coordinated a back to school giveaway for freshmen students attending any HBCU in North Carolina
GIBBS Conference(04/2022): Presented my research project on the Black Panther Party in North Carolina to students, faculty, and staff.
Timeline
Team Member
Chick-Fil-A Friendly Center
11.2023
To-Go Specialist, Host
Olive Garden
01.2023 - 05.2023
Shift Leader
Coldstone Creamery
01.2021 - 08.2023
Mentor
Link Crew
08.2019 - 06.2020
Summer Splash Volunteer
MacGregor Downs Health & Rehabilitation Center
06.2019 - 08.2019
Volunteer
Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina
06.2017 - 07.2018
BS in History-Secondary Education -
North Carolina Agricultural And Technical State University
Health Sciences Academy Graduate -
South Central High School
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