Clarissa Lucas
Des Moines
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with a strong background in event planning and customer service, honed through volunteer work at the Washington Branch Library. Proven ability to collaborate effectively and maintain operational facilities, ensuring engaging experiences for the community. Skilled in data entry and committed to fostering positive relationships.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Washington Branch Library
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
Bible Study Teacher
Hope Of Glory Ministries
08.2012 - 11.2018
- Provided written assignments and worksheets
- Encouraged independent research projects, challenging students to dig deeper into their faith and expand their knowledge .
- Collaborated with fellow members of the church to develop creative strategies for better engagement and comprehension.
Work Study Office Assistant
Urban League of Nebraska, Whitney Young Academy
08.2017 - 03.2018
- Provided general clerical support .
- Provided excellent customer service,
- Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues, and provide assistance.
- Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions, and directed individuals to office locations.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Pmmunications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff.romptly received and forwarded incoming co
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
Apprentice
Ames Florists
03.2014 - 07.2016
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
- Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
- Learned proper and safe use and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and safety equipment.
- Learned wide range of simple and complex techniques from on-the-job training.
- Observed experienced professionals in action, gaining valuable insights into best practices within the field..
- Prepared worksite by setting up required tools and supplies.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques and applying them to daily tasks.
- Assisted with post-construction cleanup and maintenance.
- Loaded and carried materials to facilitate transport at construction sites.
Babysitter
Richana Lessley
01.2002 - 07.2003
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
Education
GED -
Metro Community College
Omaha, NE01-2002
Skills
- Event planning
- Facility maintenance
- Data entry
- Customer service
- Creative problem solving
- Adaptability
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Community service
- Computer skills
- Answering phones
- Professional appearance
- Telephone etiquette
- MS office
- Cultural awareness
- [State] Driver's license
- Administrative tasks
- Recordkeeping and confidentiality
- Administrative support
Timeline
Volunteer
Washington Branch Library
05.2023 - 05.2024
Work Study Office Assistant
Urban League of Nebraska, Whitney Young Academy
08.2017 - 03.2018
Apprentice
Ames Florists
03.2014 - 07.2016
Bible Study Teacher
Hope Of Glory Ministries
08.2012 - 11.2018
Babysitter
Richana Lessley
01.2002 - 07.2003
GED -
Metro Community College
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