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LAURYN BEELER

Des Moines,IA

Summary

I am an alum from Carlisle High School as well as a Kirkwood Community College graduate, with an associates degree. I am currently a junior at the University of Iowa working towards my degree in Business Management. I have received awards for hard work, time management, and good character. An example of some of these awards is Stars for Tomorrow, Academic Letters, Academic All-RRC, and Iowa Girls' High School Athletic Union Award for Distinguished in Academic Achievement. I also have received several amazing scholarships including but not limited too, UMB Count on More Scholarship, Dr. Duane A. Schmidt Endowed Scholarship, Henry B. and Patricia B. Tippie Business Scholarships End, and many more. I have volunteered to help with volleyball camps for younger children, Special Olympics, the front desk in the maternity ward at Unity Point Hospital, and at nursing homes and hospitals through DMACC. I enjoy playing and watching sports, spending time with my friends and family, and helping others

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Support Specialist

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
03.2023 - Current
  • Offered counseling to students and parents to increase personal growth, self-understanding and behavioral management.
  • Analyzed student data and prescribed remediation and enrichment to meet learning needs.
  • Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and other data points.
  • Advised students on college applications, scholarships, internships.

Waitress

1908 Draught House
Norwalk, IA
05.2022 - Current
  • Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure repeat customers.
  • Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
  • Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
  • Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.

Desk Receptionist

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
01.2022 - Current
  • Public speaking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Extremely organized
  • Self-motivated
  • Fast learner
  • Highly dependable
  • Strong work ethic
  • Quick problem solver
  • Decision-making
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment
  • Committed team player
  • Attention to detail
  • Quick learner
  • Integrity
  • Excellent judgement
  • Flexible schedule capability
  • Check in students to talk to advisors about various school issues
  • Take care of tuition money students turn in
  • Sort mail, make copies, print needed papers, and help with putting together folders for new students.

Waitress

Texas Roadhouse
Cedar Rapids, IA
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Serve and care for over 100 people every night
  • Take and relay orders in a fast efficient way
  • Clean and do back work after every shift.
  • Checked with customers to ensure that they were enjoying their meals.
  • Suggested additional items to customers based on their preferences and needs.
  • Performed basic math calculations when computing bills for customers' meals.

Dietary Aide

VIA Health Services and Independent Living
Carlisle, IA
04.2021 - 08.2021
  • Care for over 100 residents every shift
  • Cook and handle kitchen duties in a timely manner
  • Clean, organize, and disinfect to keep a safe environment for the residents.

Checker

Hy-Vee
Des Moines, IA
03.2019 - 03.2021
  • Quickly and accurately counts drawers at start and end of each shift
  • Cleans and organizes store, including checkout desk and displays
  • Offers hands-on assistance to customers, assesses needs and maintains current knowledge of consumer preferences.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
08-2023

Graduated Distinguished Diploma -

Carlisle High School
05.2021

Skills

  • Academic Advising
  • Student Records Management
  • Job Readiness Training
  • Customer Service
  • Guest Relations Management
  • Order Management
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Detail Oriented
  • Customer Assistance
  • POS System Operations
  • Office Management
  • Schedule Management
  • Interview Techniques
  • Critical Thinking

Certification

  • CPR Certification
  • Certified Nursing Assistant: Iowa Registry

Timeline

Student Support Specialist

Kirkwood Community College
03.2023 - Current

Waitress

1908 Draught House
05.2022 - Current

Desk Receptionist

Kirkwood Community College
01.2022 - Current

Waitress

Texas Roadhouse
08.2021 - 12.2021

Dietary Aide

VIA Health Services and Independent Living
04.2021 - 08.2021

Checker

Hy-Vee
03.2019 - 03.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration

Kirkwood Community College

Graduated Distinguished Diploma -

Carlisle High School

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