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Ethan Thornton

Boulder,CO

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. I'm a hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. I am able to communicate fluently with people in Spanish which allows for a more friendly and comfortable customer interaction.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Tutor Mentor

Aurora Community Connection
Aurora, CO
09.2019 - 05.2023
  • Motivated struggling students by creating a safe learning environment and utilizing creative approaches.
  • Facilitated parent meetings regarding student progress and ways to improve overall academic performance.
  • Analyzed data from assessments to identify areas of strength and weaknesses among individual students.
  • Used technology tools such as online resources or interactive software programs to enhance lessons.
  • Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions for students experiencing difficulties with English.
  • Tutored virtually during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Food Bank Volunteer

Food Bank of the Rockies
Denver, CO
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Greeted and registered clients upon arrival at the food bank.
  • Assisted with stocking shelves with donated food items.
  • Organized and distributed food packages according to client needs.
  • Provided assistance with loading and unloading of food donations as needed.
  • Collaborated with other volunteers to ensure efficient operation of the food bank.
  • Answered questions from clients regarding eligibility for assistance programs.
  • Repackaged bulk donations into smaller portions for distribution.
  • Sorted and packed donated food items to ship to families in need.
  • Assisted impoverished and homeless population, providing access to selection of quality food products.

Anthropologist Intern

Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Denver, CO
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Compiled data for grant applications related to funding for museum projects.
  • Assisted in the development of museum-related educational materials, such as temporary exhibits showcasing our research.
  • Conducted research on best practices for restoring and caring for specimens.
  • Stored and organized items for archived exhibits by following organizational procedures.
  • Created object captions to archive miscellaneous objects for future research.
  • Assisted with maintenance tasks around the facility such as light cleaning or organizing storage areas.
  • Helped translate data into Spanish to promote a more inclusive educational environment.
  • Prepared reports summarizing findings from research conducted on behalf of the museum.

Teacher's Aide Volunteer

Crawford Elementary
Aurora, CO
02.2023 - 02.2023
  • Prepared instructional materials for use in the classroom.
  • Provided additional support to students who needed extra help with assignments or projects.
  • Translating lesson plans into Spanish in order to facilitate a more comfortable learning environment for Non-English speakers.
  • Supervised students during recess and lunch periods.
  • Helped maintain a safe environment in the classroom by monitoring student behavior.
  • Worked in ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) classrooms in small groups to teach the lesson plan in a way to facilitate their special needs.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
  • Supervised children and participated with children in activities.

Summer Camp Counselor

Aurora Community Connection
Aurora, CO
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Assisted with the planning and execution of daily activities for campers.
  • Encouraged positive behavior among campers through role modeling and reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted with meal preparation and served meals in an organized manner.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents to provide updates on their child's progress at camp.
  • Collaborated with other counselors to create fun learning experiences for campers.
  • Provided first aid when needed in accordance with established procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Regis Jesuit High School
Aurora, CO
05.2023

Some College (No Degree) - Buisness

University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO

Skills

  • Student Evaluation
  • Records Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Technology Integration
  • Adaptable Nature
  • Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Summer Camp Counselor

Aurora Community Connection
06.2023 - 07.2023

Teacher's Aide Volunteer

Crawford Elementary
02.2023 - 02.2023

Food Bank Volunteer

Food Bank of the Rockies
08.2022 - 11.2022

Anthropologist Intern

Denver Museum of Nature & Science
05.2022 - 07.2022

Tutor Mentor

Aurora Community Connection
09.2019 - 05.2023

High School Diploma -

Regis Jesuit High School

Some College (No Degree) - Buisness

University of Colorado Boulder
Ethan Thornton