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Helen Roche

Lakewood,OH

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and strong dedication. Past experience and success working with and taking care of people of all ages. Willing and flexible to take on added responsibilities to get what is needed done and done well.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Passion Works Studio
08.2023 - Current
  • I work with artists who are differently-abled to make their art making process the most accessible and safe it can be: providing hand-on and verbal assistance if needed, gathering materials, transporting pieces, ect.
  • Quickly learning and adapting problem solving strategies given the artists' needs and piece that is being made.
  • Maintained clean, neat, fully supplied, and operational facilities to serve the studio's needs.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help staff, other volunteers, and customers wherever needed.

Sales Apprentice

Edge Art Gallery
10.2022 - Current
  • Although based in Illinois, Edge Art Gallery does annual pop-up sales for the Day of the Dead and other festivals in the Cleveland area which I help set up the tent, products, advertisements, and sell them to crowds of the festivals' attendees.
  • Working in a very fast paced environment handling bargainers.
  • I was able to communicate with Spanish-only speaking customers due to my study of the language.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues, resulting in positive word-of-mouth referrals of the gallery to do more pop-ups in Cleveland.

Babysitter

12.2021 - Current
  • I have babysat for numerous families in Lakewood over the years, and I nannied full-time last summer (2023) for 3 children (8 months - 7 years old)
  • Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution and communication techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Developed and maintained a daily schedule that balanced both structured activities (meals and naps) and playtime for children under my care: including fun-filled outings to local swimming pools, playgrounds, museums, and nature.
  • Developed strong rapport with parents, communicating daily updates on their childrens' progress and needs.

Artist Assistant/Camp Counselor

Robin VanLear & Artful Cleveland
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • I was an artist assistant to Robin VanLear, retired artistic director of the Cleveland Museum of Art, in making full-scale puppets and head pieces to be worn in her performance piece, "This is For the Birds". While my main role was as an assistant, I was also a camp counselor as the month leading up to the play had two sessions dedicated to different age groups in which campers would come to the studio during each work day and make their own puppets and other props with my instruction and demonstration.
  • Streamlined artistic processes through meticulous preparation of tools, materials, and workspaces for optimal productivity.
  • Directed participants to make performance move seamlessly.

Summer Camp Counselor Volunteer

Lakewood Recreation Department
07.2019 - 08.2022
  • I volunteered with the Running Rangers Summer Camp every summer while I was in high school.
  • Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children varying from grades K-6 safely through variety of running routes and activities all over Lakewood.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art BFA & English Literature BA

Ohio University
Athens, OH
05.2027

High School Diploma -

Lakewood High School
Lakewood, OH
06.2023

Skills

  • Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Organized and Efficient
  • Quick Learner and Hard Worker

Timeline

Volunteer

Passion Works Studio
08.2023 - Current

Artist Assistant/Camp Counselor

Robin VanLear & Artful Cleveland
06.2023 - 07.2023

Sales Apprentice

Edge Art Gallery
10.2022 - Current

Babysitter

12.2021 - Current

Summer Camp Counselor Volunteer

Lakewood Recreation Department
07.2019 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art BFA & English Literature BA

Ohio University

High School Diploma -

Lakewood High School
Helen Roche