Ella KUESEL
IOWA CITY
Summary
I am deeply passionate about helping others and supporting individuals and communities. With a diverse background in roles focused on care and collaboration, I have demonstrated a commitment to working alongside others to promote well-being. Currently, I am pursuing a degree in Social Work and Psychology at the University of Iowa, where I am working towards my skills in better understanding and addressing the needs of various communities. My goal is to use my experience and education to foster positive change and provide meaningful support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Champions Before/After-School Teacher
Mona Williams
Tiffin
08.2024 - Current
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
Eldridge Preschool Teacher/Caregiver
Natalie Kruse
Eldridge
03.2022 - Current
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
Crow Valley Country Club Server
Preston McHugh
Bettendorf
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
Eastern Iowa Bakery Barista/Bakery Worker
Rhonda Grove
Eldridge
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
- Adhered to health department regulations concerning sanitation standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of baked goods including muffins, cookies, scones, cakes.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace, enabling coworkers to locate resources and product.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Iowa
Iowa City05-2026
High School Diploma -
North Scott High School
Eldridge05-2023
Skills
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Child development
- Social-emotional learning
- Empathy and patience
- Flexible and adaptive
- Cultural sensitivity
- Family involvement
- Positive role model and mentor
- Multitasking and organization
Affiliations
- Baking/Cooking
- Pickle ball
- Walks with my dog and friends!
- Hikes, volleyball, any active activity
- Shopping and styling
- Spending times with friends and family
- Reading
- Journaling
- Cards/Board games
- Boating
- Water skiing
- Traveling
Accomplishments
High School
- National Honors Society
- Summa Cum Laude
College
- Deans List
Certification
- CPR and First aid training
- Early Childhood education trainings
- Mandatory reporter training
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Champions Before/After-School Teacher
Mona Williams
08.2024 - Current
Crow Valley Country Club Server
Preston McHugh
05.2024 - 08.2024
Eastern Iowa Bakery Barista/Bakery Worker
Rhonda Grove
08.2023 - 08.2024
Eldridge Preschool Teacher/Caregiver
Natalie Kruse
03.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Iowa
High School Diploma -
North Scott High School
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