Kaitlyn Parker
Altamont,USA
Summary
I am a motivated and dedicated individual with strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills. With experience in program coordination, customer service, team leadership, and psychology, I am eager to further these skills through occupational therapy, ensuring individuals gain their independence and enhance their overall quality of life.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Coordinator
Effingham Public Library
10.2023 - Current
- Plan, organize, and execute library events for children, teenagers, and adults
- Assist patrons with circulating materials and library services
- Manage budgets, resources, and event logistics
Waitress/Decorator/Trainer
Thelma Keller Convention Center
08.2020 - 09.2023
- Set up and decorate rooms for events, serve meals, and clean up
- Train new employees on standards and procedures
- Take phone calls and document reservations for large parties
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, Illinois05-2026
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Lake Land College
Mattoon, Illinois12-2024
High School Diploma -
Effingham High School
Effingham, Illinois05-2023
Skills
- Detail-oriented
- Organized
- Clear communication
- Strong customer service
- Effective time management
- Event planning
- Team collaboration
- Research methods
Relevant Coursework
- Abnormal Psychology
- Research Methods in Psychology
- Psychology of Maturity and Old Age
- Child Development
- Statistics in Psychology
- Research experience with EIU’s Psychology Department Chair, Dr. Mace (In-Progress)
- Anatomy and Physiology I (In-Progress)
- Anatomy and Physiology II (Planned)
- Medical Terminology (Planned)
Affiliations
- Tennis Player, 4 years in High School
- National Society of Leadership and Success Member
- National Honor Society Member and Public Relations Officer, 2 years in High School
- Lake Land College Student Ambassador, 1 year
- Substitute for the Effingham Women’s Tennis League
Accomplishments
- High Honors/Honor Roll (all 4 Years in high school)
- Lake Land College Presidential Scholarship
- Graduated with High Honors from Lake Land College
- Dean’s List at Eastern Illinois University
- Melvin and Mary Higgs Annual Scholarship Recipient (2x)
- Eastern Illinois University Merit Scholarship
- Opal Dancey Scholarship
- Rotary Scholar Athlete
Volunteer Experience
- Effingham Public Library
- FISH
- Blessings in a Backpack
- The Salvation Army
- Assistant Tennis Coach for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes camp
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Effingham Public Library
10.2023 - Current
Waitress/Decorator/Trainer
Thelma Keller Convention Center
08.2020 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Eastern Illinois University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Lake Land College
High School Diploma -
Effingham High School
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