Maria Lockwood
Destrehan,LA
Summary
Positive and enthusiastic student pursuing a degree in biology and eager to gain more experience working within the health care field. Background in leading presentations and meetings to offer details and respond to incoming students' concerns. Caring, dependable, and highly knowledgeable about community and available services. Well-versed in organizing resources, coordinating registration processes and resolving problems independently. Team-oriented, insightful and industrious with well-coordinated and results-driven mindset.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Orientation Leader
Southeastern Louisiana University
2023.11 - Current
- Utilized data collected from surveys administered during Orientation sessions to identify areas where improvements could be made.
- Attended professional development seminars focused on best practices in higher education orientation processes.
- Prepared and presented information about student services, academic programs, campus resources and other topics related to student life.
- Facilitated workshops on various topics including diversity awareness, mental health support and substance abuse prevention.
- Responded to inquiries from parents regarding residence hall policies and regulations.
- Developed relationships with current students to ensure they were informed of upcoming events and activities on campus.
- Provided orientation to new students and their families, explaining the university policies and procedures.
- Conducted tours of the campus for incoming freshmen.
- Led small group discussions on topics such as time management, study skills, career planning, financial aid and health services.
- Created a welcoming environment for incoming students by providing them with advice on how to adjust to college life.
Church Youth Volunteer
Gracepoint Church
2017 - Current
- Created a safe environment for the youth group to express themselves freely.
- Organized fundraising events to support the youth group's initiatives.
- Provided guidance, support, and resources to help the youth reach their goals.
- Mentored and coached young people interested in becoming volunteers.
- Created promotional materials for upcoming programs and events.
- Coordinated and supervised group activities for the youth.
- Help facilitate, teach infants through 5th graders in my church.
Assistant Dance Teacher
Johanna Jazz in Motion
2022.08 - 2023.07
- Monitored student progress throughout the semester to ensure they were achieving their goals.
- Demonstrated proper stretching techniques before each class session.
- Assisted in creating choreography for recitals and other special events.
- Provided individual and group instruction to students in dance fundamentals, technique, and performance.
- Encouraged students to take risks and push themselves outside of their comfort zone.
- Observed student performances to provide constructive feedback on their technique and form.
Social Media Promoter
Heart N' Soul Boutique
2022.04 - 2022.07
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and developments related to company's products or services.
- Demonstrated products, highlighting features to address prospects' needs.
- Strengthened online presence to capitalize on emerging trends.
- Created positive product impressions by engaging with potential customers to increase sales opportunities.
- Created welcoming environment to entice customers to sample products.
- Teamed with other demonstrators to put on large-scale promotions.
- Tracked market and competitor activities to stay current on products and consumer preferences.
Education
Sophomore For Bachelor of Science - Integrative Biology, Minor in Spanish
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA2027-01
High School Diploma -
Destrehan High School
Destrehan, LA2023-05
Skills
- Peer Mentoring
- Student Assistance
- Community Outreach
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Interpersonal Communication
- Easily Adaptive
- Dependable and Responsible
- Supervision and leadership
- Patient Observation
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
Affiliations
- Lionette Dance Team (2022-Present)
- Student Volunteer at North Oaks Shadowing Cardiology PA Olivia Buquoi (2024)
- Shadowed Dr. Koppel Dermatology (2024)
- Big Event in Hammond Community (2024)
- Special Olympics (2024)
- One-Team-One Fight Annual First Responder Crawfish Cookoff Ochsner Volunteer- (2022-Present)
- Toys for Tot (2019-present)
- Norco Area Volunteer Department Volunteer (2022)
- Volunteer at Matthew 25:35 Food Pantry (2019-2023)
- Volunteer Youth athletes event for Children with and with out disabilities (2022-2023)
- Pre-PA Society Treasurer (2024)
Accomplishments
- Orientation Leader of the Year - (2024)
- Southeastern University Dean's List - (2023-2024)
- St. Charles Rotary Scholarship Recipient - (2023-present)
- St. Charles Parish Hospital Scholarship Recipient - (2023-present)
- Rookie of the Year Lionettes - (2023-2024)
- National Champions for Universal Dance Association Game Day Category - (2023-2024)
- Captain of Desty Darlings Dance Team - (2022- 2023)
Timeline
Orientation Leader
Southeastern Louisiana University
2023.11 - Current
Assistant Dance Teacher
Johanna Jazz in Motion
2022.08 - 2023.07
Social Media Promoter
Heart N' Soul Boutique
2022.04 - 2022.07
Church Youth Volunteer
Gracepoint Church
2017 - Current
Sophomore For Bachelor of Science - Integrative Biology, Minor in Spanish
Southeastern Louisiana University
High School Diploma -
Destrehan High School
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