Carson Shepard
Aurora,CO
Summary
I am a dependable and personable college student with experience in customer service, childcare, healthcare support, and restaurant work. Strong background in communication, teamwork, multitasking, and creating positive experiences for customers, patients, and families. Hardworking, organized, and eager to contribute to a fast-paced server position.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Attendant
VASA
Greeley, CO
08.2025 - Current
- Supervise and engage children in a safe, structured, and welcoming childcare environment.
- Manage child check-in/check-out procedures, maintain accurate client information, and assist with childcare membership questions.
- Communicate professionally with parents and staff while answering phone calls and supporting daily Kid Care operations.
Optometric Technician
Colorado Eye Gallery
Denver, CO
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Performed pre-exam testing including tonometry, autorefraction, retinal imaging, VR visual field tests, and OCT scans
- Assisted patients with contact lens fittings and educated them on proper care and usage
- Maintained accurate patient records and supported clinic efficiency and flow
- Designed a custom test selection card to streamline doctor-patient communication
- Recognized for professionalism, reliability, and building strong patient rapport
FOH Team Member
Smashburger
Centennial, CO
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment
- Took and processed orders as a cashier and coordinated food delivery through expo
- Maintained a clean, welcoming front-of-house area and resolved customer concerns
- Strengthened multitasking, communication, and problem-solving skills
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport and Exercise Science – Exercise Science Emphasis
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO05-2027
Skills
- Leadership and team coordination
- Strong verbal communication
- Extroverted and outgoing with customers/clients
- Time management and punctuality
- Adaptability under pressure
- Professionalism and ethical decision-making
- Attention to detail and conflict resolution
- Pre-exam vision testing (tonometry, autorefraction, OCT, retinal imaging)
- Contact lens fitting education and patient instruction
- Blood pressure measurement
- Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Google Docs and Slides
Timeline
Child Care Attendant
VASA
08.2025 - Current
Optometric Technician
Colorado Eye Gallery
05.2024 - 08.2024
FOH Team Member
Smashburger
07.2021 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Sport and Exercise Science – Exercise Science Emphasis
University of Northern Colorado
Clinical Experience
- Physical Therapy Shadowing – Cancer Rehabilitation Institute
- University of Northern Colorado – Spring 2024 (20 Hours)
- Shadowed a physical therapy intern in a cancer-focused rehab setting
- Observed exercise prescription planning and progression strategies
- Gained hands-on experience interacting with clients and observing guided therapeutic movement
- Learned the importance of individualized care, proper documentation, and clinical safety
- Physical Therapy Shadowing – Home Health (Pediatrics)
- Summer 2024 (5 hours)
- Assisted home health PT during pediatric sessions with children experiencing developmental and neurological delays
- Supported an 18-month-old with delayed walking in guided activities including sitting, squatting, standing, and walking
- Helped a 4-year-old post-stroke patient work on right leg mobility, jumping, running, and coordination through play-based therapy
- Observed family-centered care and age-appropriate therapeutic engagement techniques
Leadership & Involvement
- Air Force ROTC Cadet
- University of Northern Colorado – Fall 2023 to Fall 2024
- Completed three semesters of military leadership training, fitness, and professional development
- Strengthened skills in discipline, accountability, time management, and teamwork
- Practiced effective communication in structured, high-expectation environments
- Gained a foundation in servant leadership and adaptive problem-solving