Cass Barbera
Sharon,MA
Summary
Hardworking and reliable professional with experience in scientific lab work, youth athletic coaching, and landscaping. Brings strong leadership developed through three years as a collegiate women’s lacrosse captain, combined with hands-on experience in outdoor labor, client communication, and teamwork. Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to perform in fast-paced, physically demanding environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper Foreman
Greenfields
Stoughton, MA
05.2022 - Current
- Developed interpersonal skills, and valuable versatility in leading different crews.
- Oversaw engagement with more than 100 clients in collaboration with team members.
- Improved clients' yards by weeding, planting, mulching, and pruning plants.
Lacrosse Coach
Bandits Lacrosse
Lake Forest, IL
09.2022 - 11.2024
- Head coach for 30+ children from 1st to 8th grade.
- Gained valuable interpersonal skills.
- Designed and implemented training programs to enhance player skills and team performance.
Camp Counselor
Hockomock Area YMCA
Foxborough, Massachusetts
06.2017 - 08.2021
- Supervised daily activities for groups of children ages 3 to 5 to ensure safety and engagement.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology and Environmental Studies
Lake Forest College
Lake Forest05.2025
Skills
- Analytical problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Project management
- Strong work ethic
- Environmental assessment
Laboratory Experience
Biology/Environmental Studies
- Extensive field study in animal behavior and physiology, and plant populations
- Bee pollination, squirrel foraging, cricket mating habits, and invasive species surveying
- Mechanism analysis through the dissection of frog and sheep
- Soil antibiotic resistance analysis
Chemistry
- Conducted experiments using NMR spectroscopy, gas chromatography, gel electrophoresis, and PCR
- Assembled and operated fractional distillation and titration equipment
Leadership Experience
- Captain, Women's Lacrosse Team August 2022 - May 2025
- Member, League for Environmental Awareness and Protection Club February 2022 - May 2025
Timeline
Lacrosse Coach
Bandits Lacrosse
09.2022 - 11.2024
Landscaper Foreman
Greenfields
05.2022 - Current
Camp Counselor
Hockomock Area YMCA
06.2017 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Biology and Environmental Studies
Lake Forest College