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Liam McGurk

Milford,MA

Summary

Self-motivated, hardworking, professional, with backgrounds in delivery, comedy, special education, education, tour guiding and show production. Excels at entertainment and education with skills in management. Strong leadership and interpersonal effectiveness skills. Looking to be asset to an organization.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

After-School Teacher

Needham Extended Day Program
12.2023 - Current
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of students.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing varied teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and behavior, ensuring compliance with school policies and regulations.

Literacy Assistant

Malden Public High Schools
09.2023 - Current
  • Used pre-selected lesson plans to instruct students in English conversation and grammar.
  • Consulted with classroom teachers to develop strategies to help children excel at reading.
  • Screened students to determine specific reading levels and determine areas in need of improvement.
  • Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
  • Delivered tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts in one-on-one settings.
  • Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.

Tour Guide

Secret Food Tours Boston
07.2021 - Current
  • Researched information on North End of Boston to provide accurate, detailed tours.
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Generated numerous perfect reviews from tour guests
  • Given credit by company for personally turning our tour performance for company
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked closely with Supervisor to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
  • Generated $1000's of revenue for tour company with fulfilling insightful tours.
  • Received 0 performance complaints from customers about tours
  • Generated $100's of revenue for participating restaurants and shops
  • Recognized as a top 3 rated tour guide in North America and top 5 in the world

Courier

Breadrunners
06.2018 - Current
  • Handled receipt, storage, identification and delivery of assorted products
  • Ensured that recipients signed for their deliveries
  • Answered customer questions regarding shipments and provided updates on package arrival
  • Interacted with all necessary partners, including dispatchers, upper management and peers
  • Operated vehicle on Boston roads in safe and timely fashion
  • Greeted all customers with pleasant attitude to help build lasting relationships
  • Generate thousands of dollars in revenue per week to employer
  • Recruited multiple individuals to employment
  • Make 10-20 short and long distance deliveries per day

Comedy Show Producer

The Dugout Cafe
11.2017 - 03.2021
  • Currently produce weekly comedy show at Mendoza Line that consistently generates profit for restaurant
  • Schedule comedians, show minutes, and wait staff to produce successful timely comedy show
  • Learned Google Ad-words, Facebook business, and other online mediums to advertise comedy show
  • Learned graphic creation and design
  • Produced six shows for nationally accredited Women in Comedy Festival
  • Booked hundreds of comedians over 2 year period
  • Host, and perform on comedy shows
  • Respond to customer requests via telephone and email
  • Managed budget and divided it among advertisement and production needs
  • Produced sold out charity show that gave all ticket proceeds to Friends of Boston's Homeless

Generated thousands of dollars in revenue for participating bars and restaurants

Nanny

Private Family Client
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with family and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.


  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.

Early Interventionist

Northeast Arc
01.2016 - 05.2018
  • Worked with Children under 3 years old showing delays synonymous with autism diagnosis strategies
  • Worked with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
  • Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
  • Utilized diverse approaches in teaching, technology and behavior modification.
  • Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
  • Improved students scores in comprehension, oral comprehension, and vocabulary.
  • Improved emotional regulation and social engagement in students.

Stand-Up Comedian

Self Employed
01.2014 - Current
  • Have performed in over 1000' stand up comedy shows
  • Perform 3-4 shows per week
  • Routine performer in clubs all throughout New England and Beyond are
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work early

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Umass Amherst
Amherst, MA
2015

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Budget management
  • Proficient in Microsoft excel/word
  • Proficient in Google Ad words and Facebook ad software
  • Business processes and procedures
  • Record keeping
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Interpersonal skills

Timeline

After-School Teacher

Needham Extended Day Program
12.2023 - Current

Literacy Assistant

Malden Public High Schools
09.2023 - Current

Nanny

Private Family Client
11.2021 - 06.2022

Tour Guide

Secret Food Tours Boston
07.2021 - Current

Courier

Breadrunners
06.2018 - Current

Comedy Show Producer

The Dugout Cafe
11.2017 - 03.2021

Early Interventionist

Northeast Arc
01.2016 - 05.2018

Stand-Up Comedian

Self Employed
01.2014 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Umass Amherst
Liam McGurk