Margret Rothwell
Ypsilanti
Summary
Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any situation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Therapeutic Riding Center
Ann Arbor
05.2023 - Current
- Provide therapeutic riding instruction and directions to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
- Work collaboratively with the other team members involved with the student-rider, and horse.
- Provide physical, verbal, and emotional support to student-riders.
- Utilize therapeutic techniques such as positive reinforcement or distraction methods when a student becomes agitated.
- Communicate with deaf and autistic student riders using individualized sign language and signals.
Sales Paint Associate
Home Depot
Ypsilanti
04.2018 - Current
- Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner to ensure satisfaction with our clientele and store policy.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures and safety guidelines related to the Paint Department operations.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group goals.
- Demonstrated knowledge of paint types, faux and decorative finishes, stains and varnishes, painting tools, adhesives, solvents, caulk, and more, to offer customized recommendations for customer projects.
Volunteer
Telling It
Ann Arbor
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Our group of three student volunteers designed and led therapeutic art and physical activities focused on a therapeutic theme.
- Observed clients' behavior during expressive therapy sessions to assess their emotional state.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Assisted in the preparation of presentations, reports, and other materials.
- Participated in weekly consultation meetings with supervisors and other volunteers to review and discuss any concerns or issues that arose from the previous week's sessions.
- Contributed to creating individualized treatment plans for clients based on their needs and goals.
- Interpreted artistic creations to inform client treatment plans and goals.
- Guided clients through creative expression and encouraged them to engage with feelings and thoughts.
Cashier
Home Depot
Ypsilanti
04.2017 - 04.2018
- Helped customers by answering questions and locating merchandise.
- Operated cash register, processed payments and handled returns and exchanges efficiently.
- Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
- Provided product knowledge upon request to help customers make informed purchase decisions.
Nanny
Beth Barbreu
Ann Arbor
09.2016 - 10.2020
- Adapted care and activities to meet the needs of two brothers, starting when they were in elementary school.
- Provided structure and emotional support to them as the family went through a divorce, a death and relocation.
- Helped the brothers discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
- Participated in hands-on learning activities with them, incorporating art.
- Provided transportation to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments when needed.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI05-2026
Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts & Psychology
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI05-2019
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Creative expression
- Therapeutic relationship-building
- Emotional support
- Self-reflection
Affiliations
I have operated a self-created pet sitting business since I was 16 . I have been a volunteer with the Huron Valley Humane Society, and their Cat Cafe in Ann Arbor. I love art and all its genres. I do various kinds of art in my spare time, from pencil to multi-media.
Accomplishments
I currently have a 3.69 GPA
Timeline
Volunteer
Telling It
09.2024 - 12.2024
Volunteer
Therapeutic Riding Center
05.2023 - Current
Sales Paint Associate
Home Depot
04.2018 - Current
Cashier
Home Depot
04.2017 - 04.2018
Nanny
Beth Barbreu
09.2016 - 10.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Eastern Michigan University
Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts & Psychology
Washtenaw Community College
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