Lorelei Chandler
Encinitas,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay at Home Mom
Chandler Household
Encinitas, CA
01.2008 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
PTA Volunteer
Diegueno Middle School
Encinitas
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
PTA Volunteer
Park Dale Lane School
Encinitas
08.2013 - 06.2020
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Participated in team-building exercises to strengthen relationships among volunteers.
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives.
- Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Greeted guests and offered assistance in finding specific departments or personnel.
- Promoted community resources through printed marketing material, email newsletters and social media campaigns.
- Administered operating budgets, enforcing internal expense-monitoring controls.
Photographer Volunteer
Girls On The Run San Diego
San Diego, CA
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Organized digital images, edited photos, and prepared them for print or web use.
- Maintained professional relationships with clients, vendors, and colleagues.
- Composed creative shots utilizing various angles and perspectives.
- Reviewed proofs with clients before submitting final product for approval.
- Ensured that all necessary equipment was available prior to shooting sessions.
- Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.
- Utilized filters, edits and after-effects to enhance photos.
- Coordinated and completed photoshoots for individuals, families and small groups.
- Tested equipment prior to use, verifying good working order.
- Enhanced, retouched and resized photographs and negatives using airbrushing and other techniques.
- Estimated or measured light levels, distances and numbers of exposures using measuring devices and formulas.
- Took pictures of individuals, families, and small groups in studio or on location.
- Created artificial light using flashes and reflectors.
- Determined project goals, locations and equipment needs by studying assignments and consulting with clients or advertising staff.
- Uploaded digital images for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
- Transferred photographs to computers for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
- Cropped, manipulated, and performed color balance for final images.
- Directed models and subjects during photo shoots to capture desired expressions and poses.
- Used traditional or digital cameras along with tripods, filters and flash attachments.
- Reviewed sets of photographs to select best work.
- Edited raw images using Photoshop software to enhance quality of the photos.
- Instructed models on poses and expressions during photoshoots as needed.
- Attended meetings with potential clients to discuss their photographic requirements.
- Edited and retouched photos using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom to enhance image quality.
- Saved and archived images and maintained master image library for future use.
Girl Scout Leader
Girl Scouts of San Diego
Encinitas, CA
10.2013 - 06.2017
- Enforced safety regulations while participating in outdoor activities.
- Researched potential campsites prior to overnight trips.
- Organized troop meetings and activities.
- Monitored attendance records for each meeting or event.
- Led campfire programs that included songs, skits, stories, and other activities.
- Planned field trips to museums or parks for educational purposes.
- Instructed girls in outdoor skills such as camping, hiking, orienteering, and canoeing.
- Advised girls on how to handle conflicts among peers in a constructive manner.
- Provided guidance on badge requirements for each level of Girl Scouts.
- Served as a role model for young women who were learning about values such as respect and responsibility.
- Conducted weekly meetings to discuss upcoming events, review goals and objectives, and plan for future activities.
- Collaborated with parents to ensure that their daughters had a positive experience in the program.
- Developed lesson plans to teach girls about the importance of teamwork, leadership, and community service.
- Encouraged girls to participate in community service projects such as beach cleanups or helping out at a local soup kitchen.
- Mentored younger scouts so they could develop important life skills such as problem-solving and communication techniques.
- Created an environment where all scouts felt comfortable expressing themselves.
- Facilitated team-building exercises during group outings.
- Coached girls on how to earn money through cookie sales campaigns.
- Compiled paperwork for extended trips, meeting information and fundraising efforts.
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
- Developed events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of participants.
- Planned, organized, facilitated and promoted diverse recreational programs.
- Completed and maintained time and attendance forms and inventory lists.
- Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.
- Supervised and coordinated work activities of personnel.
- Oversaw design, construction and upkeep of recreation facilities and areas.
- Directed aquatics, gymnastics, or performing arts.
- Introduced new arrivals to other participants, explained facility rules and encouraged participation.
- Evaluated recreation areas, facilities and services for results.
- Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
- Explained principles, techniques and safety procedures and demonstrated use of materials and equipment.
Classroom Volunteer
Park Dale Lane School
Encinitas
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Participated in class discussions and activities to help keep students engaged.
- Assisted with setting up technology in the classroom when necessary.
- Provided extra assistance to individual students who were struggling academically.
- Assisted with grading papers and tests when requested by teachers.
- Provided support to children who needed help understanding lessons.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students during class time.
- Read stories to children individually or in groups.
- Observed student interactions and reported any concerns to the teacher immediately.
- Facilitated small group instruction when needed.
- Maintained a safe environment for all students in the classroom.
- Collaborated with teachers on lesson plans and curriculum development.
- Attended school events such as field trips and assemblies.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed at all times.
- Organized materials for class projects and presentations.
- Assisted teachers in the classroom by helping students with their work.
- Helped set up classrooms for special events or activities.
- Modeled social, behavioral and physical skills to promote development and improve classroom management.
- Offered general support to instructors, handed out documents and straightened up classrooms.
- Oversaw safety and well-being of students under care during teacher absences.
- Built positive working relationships with students and school administrators by remaining polished and calm and offering assistance in situations.
- Assisted students with school work, dressing for outside time and creating art.
- Promoted positive relationships between students by encouraging kindness and respect.
- Monitored special group events and off-site field trips.
- Helped students complete special assignments.
- Maintained privacy of students' information and scores to minimize risk of breached data.
- Collected money from students for school-related projects and field trips.
- Distributed tests and collected homework assignments after completion.
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
- Organized and labeled student materials when setting up classrooms.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Distributed pencils, paper, textbooks and workbooks to students.
- Instructed students on usage and care of equipment to prevent injuries.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05-2006
Skills
- Networking
- Quality Assurance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Google Drive
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Leadership
- Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Multitasking
- Analytical
- Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Clerical Support
- Organizational Skills
- Team building
- Organization
- Organization and Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Office
Affiliations
- Stand Up Paddle Boarding
- Cooking
- Crocheting
- Playing the Ukulele
- Going out to Eat
Accomplishments
- Park Dale Lane School PTA Volunteer of the Year 2020
Timeline
PTA Volunteer
Diegueno Middle School
08.2020 - 06.2021
Photographer Volunteer
Girls On The Run San Diego
01.2018 - 12.2019
Girl Scout Leader
Girl Scouts of San Diego
10.2013 - 06.2017
PTA Volunteer
Park Dale Lane School
08.2013 - 06.2020
Classroom Volunteer
Park Dale Lane School
08.2013 - 06.2014
Stay at Home Mom
Chandler Household
01.2008 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
San Diego State University
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