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Nathan Peterson

Kalona,IA

Summary

Highly motivated and accomplished English and Creative Writing major with a strong background in education, libraries, volunteering, and customer service. Demonstrated excellence in reliability, a genuine passion for learning, and consistently delivering high-quality performance.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Summer Vista- Cedar Rapids Public Library

AmeriCorps VISTA
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Actively participated in dynamic community outreach efforts, making significant contributions to success of Cedar Rapids Public Library's Tech to Go and Summer Dare Programs. Engaged in community outreach, contributing to Cedar Rapids Public library's Tech to go and Summer Dare Programs.
  • Spearheaded and led range of impactful weekly volunteer activities for Jane Boyd Community House fostering strong sense of community engagement.
  • Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.
  • Organized library catalog, supplies, equipment and records.
  • Greeted patrons warmly and offered to assist with issues or needs.

Library Aide

Iowa City Public Library
08.2013 - 08.2022
  • Proficiently managed daily check-in and check-out procedures for visitors, ensuring seamless and efficient borrowing experience for library books and audio materials.
  • Demonstrated exceptional knowledge and proficiency in operating office machinery, enabling swift assistance to visitors and enhancing overall service quality.
  • Provided outstanding guest services by promptly addressing inquiries from visitors, ensuring they received information and support they needed.
  • Guided library patrons to locate specific book collections, displaying thorough understanding of library's resources and layout.

English Language Volunteer Teacher

Greenheart Travel
12.2017 - 03.2018
  • Successfully improved Italian-speaking students' English grammar and vocabulary levels through written and interactive activities.
  • Evaluated student progress to offer recommendations for further development.
  • Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.
  • Built relationships with students to understand obstacles to learning such as difficult home situations, illness or social hurdles.
  • Tutored and assisted students to help with English language comprehension.

Volunteer

Horace Mann Elementary School
09.2015 - 05.2016
  • Assisted students with homework using curriculum and materials provided by program.
  • Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Successfully led engaging weekly book club for eight elementary school students, encouraging passion for reading and promoting active participation in literary discussions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English And Creative Writing

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05.2024

Associate of Arts -

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
05.2020

Skills

  • Written and Oral Communications
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Reading and Teaching
  • Library Organization
  • Cataloging of Materials
  • Microsoft Office
  • Excel
  • Stocking and Replenishing

Timeline

Summer Vista- Cedar Rapids Public Library

AmeriCorps VISTA
05.2023 - 08.2023

English Language Volunteer Teacher

Greenheart Travel
12.2017 - 03.2018

Volunteer

Horace Mann Elementary School
09.2015 - 05.2016

Library Aide

Iowa City Public Library
08.2013 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - English And Creative Writing

University of Iowa

Associate of Arts -

Kirkwood Community College

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