Carson Lau
3819 N. Plainfield Ave, Chicago,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Artist
Chicago Metamorphosis Orchestra Project
Chicago, IL
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and community members to create a positive learning environment for students.
- Provide individualized instruction to assist students with varying levels of artistic ability.
- Assign pieces of music for students to practice at home, monitored progress, and provided feedback.
- Maintain a positive learning environment by providing encouragement and constructive criticism during lessons
Seasonal Laborer
Chicago Park District
Chicago, IL
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Ensured that all personal protective gear was worn at all times while on the job site.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow.
Graduate Assistant Music
Illinios State Unversity
Normal, IL
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Recording and editing audio and video for recitals, concerts, and other events throughout the school year.
- I also maintained the instrument inventory and various other duties as assigned by the School of Music.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines under pressure.
- Facilitated communication between faculty members and departmental staff.
Student Worker Bakery
Sodexo
Bourbonnais, IL
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Prepared and baked goods such as cakes, cookies, muffins, pies, and breads according to recipes.
- Cleaned baking equipment and utensils including mixing bowls, measuring cups, pans, trays, ovens and other tools used in the preparation of bakery items.
- Ensured that all food items were prepared according to company standards.
- Operated ovens, proofers, fryers, sheeters, rounders, scales and mixers for the bakery.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05.2023
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Problem-Solving
- Effective Communication
- Stress Management
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Positive Attitude
Affiliations
• Volunteered for Special Olympics Illinois
• Volunteered for Children’s Hunger Fund
• Co-Author of a children’s book, Poem for Willa
• Member of the Naperville Winds
Certification
- Paraprofessional License (Certified November 2023)
Timeline
Teaching Artist
Chicago Metamorphosis Orchestra Project
10.2023 - Current
Seasonal Laborer
Chicago Park District
07.2023 - 11.2023
Graduate Assistant Music
Illinios State Unversity
08.2021 - 05.2023
Student Worker Bakery
Sodexo
08.2017 - 05.2021
Associate of Arts -
Illinois State University
- Paraprofessional License (Certified November 2023)
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