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Claire Banaszak

Charlottesville,VA

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.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Theater Actor

Queen Charlotte's Villeins
Charlottesville, VA
12.2022 - Current
  • Performed lead roles in theatrical productions, including Shakespearean plays and musicals.
  • Attended rehearsals to practice lines, blocking, and movements as directed by the director.
  • Gained experience with improvisational techniques while performing on stage.
  • Developed strong vocal projection skills for large theater venues.
  • Memorized scripts quickly and accurately for numerous shows.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in direction from the director or choreographer.
  • Practiced safe working conditions while operating props and set pieces.
  • Managed time efficiently between multiple rehearsals for multiple shows.
  • Maintained professional behavior at all times while representing the theater company.
  • Received constructive criticism from directors in order to improve performances.

House and Pet Sitter

Self Employed
Charlottesville, VA
09.2018 - Current
  • Greeted clients upon arrival to discuss pet and house sitting requirements.
  • Organized and maintained detailed records of pets' dietary needs, medical history, exercise schedules, and other important information.
  • Provided daily care for clients' pets including feeding, exercising, grooming, administering medications, and providing companionship.
  • Ensured safety of pets by monitoring their behavior and responding quickly to any signs of distress or illness.
  • Performed light household tasks such as cleaning litter boxes or cages, washing dishes, taking out the trash, watering plants, and sweeping floors.
  • Monitored pet's health closely and alerted owners promptly if any changes were observed.
  • Kept accurate records of visits with detailed notes on activities performed during each visit.
  • Responded quickly to owner inquiries about their pet's condition or behavior when necessary.
  • Observed animals for signs of illness or injury; administered first aid as needed; contacted veterinarian immediately if serious injuries occurred.
  • Walked dogs regularly according to client instructions; monitored dog's behavior carefully when outside for signs of aggression towards people or other animals.
  • Cared for special needs animals requiring extra attention due to age or disability.
  • Completed daily reports on animal behaviors which included details such as eating habits, energy levels, interaction with humans and other animals.
  • Complied with all local laws regarding animal care and ownership regulations.
  • Followed specific instructions from clients regarding how they would like their home cared for while they are away.
  • Fed, watered, walked and exercised dogs or other pets.
  • Collected mail and packages for homeowners and stored in secure location.
  • Completed regular household maintenance and chores.
  • Communicated with clients by sending updates and photos.
  • Reported concerns directly to homeowners via phone or text.
  • Checked home's windows and doors for secured and locked entry points.
  • Used strong verbal and written communication skills to convey messages by phone, email or text to homeowners.
  • Turned on lights at dusk and locked first floor doors and windows upon leaving.

Occasional Babysitter

Self Employed Web
Charlottesville, VA
09.2018 - Current
  • Ensured safety of children while under my care.
  • Organized activities that stimulated physical and mental development.
  • Provided snacks, meals, and drinks for the children.
  • Helped with homework when requested by parents.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for the children to play in.
  • Played games with the kids to help build social skills.
  • Put the children down for naps or bedtime as needed.
  • Changed diapers on infants and toddlers when necessary.
  • Kept detailed records of activities and behaviors during babysitting sessions.
  • Took the children outside to engage in outdoor activities such as playing sports or going on walks.
  • Assisted older children with personal hygiene tasks like brushing teeth or combing hair.
  • Responded quickly and appropriately to any medical issues arising with the children during my shift.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with both parents and children alike.
  • Followed strict guidelines set forth by parents regarding discipline techniques, dietary restrictions.
  • Administered basic first aid if an injury occurred while I was caring for the kids.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while watching over several children at once.
  • Adapted easily to different personalities of each child.
  • Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
  • Checked homework and assisted with schoolwork and studying.
  • Provided safe transportation to and from activities and events.
  • Responsibly watched children while parents were out.

Missions and Discipleship Leader

Saint Thomas Aquinas Parish
Charlottesville, VA
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Provided guidance and support to team members on operational issues.
  • Coached and mentored individuals on professional development goals.
  • Organized events for staff engagement activities such as team building exercises.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees in a timely manner.
  • Kept areas clean, neat and inspection-ready to comply with product guidelines.
  • Engaging in age-appropriate activities like reading stories or playing games.
  • Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.

Cashier

Food Lion Grocery
Charlottesville, VA
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
  • Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
  • Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
  • Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.

Education

Albemarle High School
Charlottesville, VA
06.2022

Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management

Piedmont Virginia Community College
Charlottesville, VA

Skills

  • Exceptional Communicator
  • Creative
  • Skilled Problem Solver
  • Following Directions

Accomplishments

Projects:

  • Cinderella in Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella With Four County Players. 2023
  • Fabian in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night with Queen Charlotte's Villeins. 2023
  • Sarah in Charles Evered's Class with GOTO GOTO Studios. 2023
  • Directed The Rocky Horror Show with Piedmont Virginia Community College. 2023

High School Honors:

  • Thespian Honors Society. 2022
  • Key Club. 2019-2022

Timeline

Cashier

Food Lion Grocery
01.2023 - 04.2023

Theater Actor

Queen Charlotte's Villeins
12.2022 - Current

Missions and Discipleship Leader

Saint Thomas Aquinas Parish
08.2021 - 05.2023

House and Pet Sitter

Self Employed
09.2018 - Current

Occasional Babysitter

Self Employed Web
09.2018 - Current

Albemarle High School

Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management

Piedmont Virginia Community College

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