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Education
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Lindsay Thorne

Summary

Empathetic professional with hands-on experience providing quality educational and support services to children and adults. Skilled in identifying and assessing current needs of students and clients, and developing achievable goals. Develops and implements both educational and treatment plans, engaging students and clients through building strong and trusting relationships. Passionate about helping people improve their quality of life.

Overview

45
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Client

In-Home Caregiver
08.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Assisted clients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted clients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
  • Provided opportunities for social engagement
  • Helped client with Parkinson's Disease manage disruptive symptoms to promote a positive and supportive environment
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration
  • Monitored progress and documented client health status changes to keep care team updated.

Springdale, Prairie Grove School Districts

Substitute Teacher, K-12
08.2012 - Current

Job overview

  • Created a safe and encouraging classroom environment for all students
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Jim D. Rollins School Of Innovation

Reading Interventionist
08.2021 - 05.2022

Job overview

  • Performed assessments and analyzed results to spot students in need of further help.
  • Developed goals and realistic plans for achieving each target.
  • Built positive and productive relationships with students, teachers and administrators to support students progress in the reading program
  • Used 95% Group Inc. to achieve dramatic results with students.
  • Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.
  • Fulfilled duties throughout the grant-funded program

Blue Cliff College

Assistant Director of Admissions
10.2008 - 05.2012

Job overview

  • Recruitment of students through outside marketing and personal referrals
  • Exceeded performance expectations in all areas including: start budget, start goals, enrollment excellence reports and enrollment budgets
  • Direct sales and exceptional customer service
  • Retention oriented
  • Explained admissions processes, educational programs, financial assistance and student services.

Owner Of L-Wynd Ibizan Hounds

Dog Handler/Trainer/Dog Breeder
03.2002 - Current

Job overview

Home to top winning Ibizan Hounds in the country www.ibizansonline.com

  • Screened pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care and transport.
  • Incorporated positive reinforcement methods to correct behavior problems and train for competitions.
  • Assessed animals and consulted with owners about suitability for desired use based on temperament, age and other factors.
  • Tracked metrics such as overall health, behaviors and diet to isolate and address concerns.
  • Conducted private lessons advising clients on manners and obedience techniques to improve dog behavior at home and in competition.

Metabolic Research Center

Weight Loss Specialist
05.2005 - 09.2008

Job overview

  • Exceeded performance expectations in all areas including: revenue generated per hour worked, average dollar amount per sale, and sales goal
  • Provided support, education, motivation, and accountability to clients to help reach personal goals
  • Developed and launched new product specials and promotions on a monthly basis
  • Entered inventory and sales into IBIS computer systems
  • General office management

The Wedding Gallery

Event Planning Assistant
09.2004 - 05.2005

Job overview

  • General office management
  • Designed and created office forms, letterhead, business cards, and databases
  • Assisted with planning and coordination of wedding expo
  • Developed relationships with area caterers, photographers, clothiers, and other service providers

Thanksgiving Point

Event Planning Intern
05.2004 - 08.2004

Job overview

  • Researched assigned events and identified possible partnerships aligned with event concepts.
  • Conducted phone and video calls to pitch event concepts to collaborators.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
  • Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Utah County Fair

Activities Coordinator
05.2004 - 07.2004

Job overview

  • Planned, scheduled , and implemented free family oriented activities for 3-day event
  • Solicited over $2,000 in donations from area merchants
  • Supervised 15 volunteer staff
  • Assisted with planning and coordination of major events including LeAnn Rimes Concert, ScotFest 2004, and the Utah Heritage Festival (see www.thanksgivingpoint.com), Assisted with daily operations in the administration of city recreational programs

Rogers Parks And Recreation

Practicum Student
07.2003 - 08.2003

Job overview

  • Assisted in implementing soccer teams, training sessions and coaching.

Education

Wellness Revolution
Amsterdam, Netherlands

from Health And Wellness Coach

University Overview

Anticipated graduation date of September 2023

Pursuing certification from National Board of Health and Wellness (NBC-HW) and The International Coaching Federation (ICF) post graduation

University of Arkansas

B.S.E from Recreation, Commercial Recreation

University Overview

GPA: 3.49

Cottey College

Associate of Arts/Associate of Science

University Overview

GPA: 3.251

Skills

  • Care Plan Management
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Patient Care
  • Goal Assessments
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Relationship Development
  • Customer Retention
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Staff Training
  • Active Communication
  • Enrollment Management
  • Educational Strategies
  • Goals and Performance
  • Grammar Usage
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Powerpoint

Timeline

Reading Interventionist

Jim D. Rollins School Of Innovation
08.2021 - 05.2022

In-Home Caregiver

Private Client
08.2018 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Springdale, Prairie Grove School Districts
08.2012 - Current

Assistant Director of Admissions

Blue Cliff College
10.2008 - 05.2012

Weight Loss Specialist

Metabolic Research Center
05.2005 - 09.2008

Event Planning Assistant

The Wedding Gallery
09.2004 - 05.2005

Activities Coordinator

Utah County Fair
05.2004 - 07.2004

Event Planning Intern

Thanksgiving Point
05.2004 - 08.2004

Practicum Student

Rogers Parks And Recreation
07.2003 - 08.2003

Dog Handler/Trainer/Dog Breeder

Owner Of L-Wynd Ibizan Hounds
03.2002 - Current

Wellness Revolution

from Health And Wellness Coach

University of Arkansas

B.S.E from Recreation, Commercial Recreation

Cottey College

Associate of Arts/Associate of Science
Lindsay Thorne