Clare Kelly
Iowa City
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate future occupational therapist with a strong academic foundation in Exercise Science and Psychology and a commitment to child-focused care. Experience at Stead Family Children’s Hospital includes engaging pediatric patients through therapeutic literacy activities and live virtual programming, supporting emotional and cognitive development. A student-athlete and peer leader recognized for academic excellence, interpersonal skills, and resilience. Proven ability to balance rigorous academic and athletic commitments while demonstrating leadership, empathy, and service—qualities essential for success in occupational therapy graduate studies.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Librarian
Stead Family Children's Hospital
Iowa City
02.2025 - Current
- Clean and sanitize books, iPads, and other electronics to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for patients
- Organize and maintain library collection, ensuring materials are properly sorted and accessible
- Plan and facilitate engaging activities for children to promote literacy and creativity
- Host live online read-alouds and games broadcasted to patient rooms for interactive entertainment.
Sales Consultant
Fitness Sports
Clive
05.2023 - Current
- Recommended appropriate footwear solutions tailored to individual needs, including addressing injuries with supportive measures
- Exceeded sales goals every month
- Took on new responsibilities including overseeing the store independently, managing inventory, and training new staff
- Solicited local businesses to hold on-site events to promote store brand and increase sales; coordinated and managed events
Cashier
Hy-Vee (Mills Civic)
West Des Moines
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Operated the checkout register, efficiently scanning and bagging groceries while providing excellent customer service
- Processed transactions accurately, including cash, credit, and digital payments, while adhering to company policies and procedures
- Proactively identified opportunities to enhance the customer experience and resolved concerns promptly and professionally
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
Education
Bachelor of Excercise Science - Minor in Psychology
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05.2027
High School Diploma -
Van Meter High School
Van Meter, IA05.2023
Skills
- Exercise assessment
- Health Coaching
- Customer service
- Sales techniques
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
Affiliations
University of Iowa Cross Country and Track and Field | Fall 2023- Present
- Participant in Big Ten Cross Country Championship
- Academic All-Big Ten Fall 2024
- Practices 7 days a week all year round.
Iowa Student-Athlete Advisory Committee | Fall 2024-Present
- Recommended by coaches to be sole representative of Track and Field and Cross Country teams on Big Ten committee aimed at improving academic experience for athletes
- Engage in weekly meetings, making decisions regarding the Big Ten and Iowa athletics
Athletes in Action | Fall 2023- Present
- Weekly participant in student-based Christian student-athlete ministry
- Lead student guided worship
- Plan a variety of activities, games, and discussion questions for weekly meetings.
Volunteering
- Dance Marathon Runway of Hope (2022)
- Pathways Adult Day Home (2023)
- Operation Christmas Child (2023, 2024)
- Coralville Community Gardens (2025)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Librarian
Stead Family Children's Hospital
02.2025 - Current
Sales Consultant
Fitness Sports
05.2023 - Current
Cashier
Hy-Vee (Mills Civic)
05.2022 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Excercise Science - Minor in Psychology
The University of Iowa
High School Diploma -
Van Meter High School
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