Katie Wiford
Laramie,Wy
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Microbiology Learning and Lab Assistant
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY
01.2023 - Current
- Support group collaboration and learning by implementing active learning techniques such as reflective dialogue.
- Practiced a variety of learning techniques to deliver lectures and teach new material to students.
- Assist students to complete labs with proper technique and safety, provide appropriate feedback when needed.
Direct Support Professional
Ark Regional Services
Laramie, WY
10.2022 - Current
- Support people with physical and developmental disabilities in all activities of daily living, striving for independence and fulfilling commitments.
- Implemented behavioral intervention techniques to promote positive interactions and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
- Conducted daily documentation of clients' progress and incidents, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
Vegetable Farmer
Painter Produce
Henry, NE
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Inspected fields regularly to estimate maturity dates of crops and damage due to weather.
- Raised and hand-sowed certified natural crops.
- Optimized growth and development at every stage and moved finished plants to sales displays for customer viewing.
Sports Nutrition Fueling Station Aide
High Altitude Performance Center
Laramie, WY
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Washed plates, cups, serving and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors and prep areas.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
Shift Manager, Barista
Aj's Soda Shop
Torrington, WY
05.2019 - 07.2021
- Ensured employee productivity and worked on tasks to meet business and customer needs.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Addressing customer complaints promptly and effectively to enhance satisfaction.
- Ensuring compliance with health regulations and maintaining safe work environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition & Food, Microbiology
University of Wyoming
Laramie, Wy05-2026
Skills
- CITI Training
- Organization
- Team leadership & collaboration
- Client documentation
- Lab Safety
- Conflict Resolution
- Proper use of PPE
- Medication Assistance Trained
- CPR and First Aid
- Grant Writing
Timeline
Microbiology Learning and Lab Assistant
University of Wyoming
01.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Ark Regional Services
10.2022 - Current
Vegetable Farmer
Painter Produce
05.2022 - 08.2022
Sports Nutrition Fueling Station Aide
High Altitude Performance Center
08.2021 - 05.2022
Shift Manager, Barista
Aj's Soda Shop
05.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition & Food, Microbiology
University of Wyoming