Rose Ahlstrand
Fort Collins,CO
Summary
Intuitive, empathetic, and resourceful professional with a diverse background in industries such as Education, Healthcare, Disability Services, and Customer Service. Possesses exceptional team collaboration skills, interpersonal skills, and out of the box problem solving. Dependable and passionate candidate who enthusiastically welcomes new professional challenges.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
HighPointe Services
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted adult clients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in achieving personal goals through tailored support in areas such as behavior intervention, communication skills development, and community integration activities.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care throughout all agencies.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, empathy, reliability, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Developed and implemented intervention strategies for challenging behaviors or situations in accordance with established guidelines while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
Co-Director
Countryside Montessori School
05.2020 - 10.2022
- Fostered an inclusive environment that valued diversity of thought, experience, and background among team members.
- Managed all administrative duties including payroll, human resources, scheduling, all staff and parent communication, record keeping, covid regulations, as well as medication and allergy management.
- Communicated regularly with local and state government agencies to maintain compliance with all regulations.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
Classroom Teacher
Countryside Montessori School
07.2013 - 08.2022
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, therapists, doctors, administration, and co-teachers to develop individualized plans to best support any child with extra needs.
- Promoted hands-on active learning by creating engaging activities, materials, lessons, and group work.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, while actively promoting involvement in their childs' education and developing trust.
Bartender
Springs Bar And Doc Holiday's Bar
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication with colleagues, active teamwork, and maintaining a positive attitude through high volume and stressful evenings.
Server
Mateo
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Actively contributed to increased sales volume by successfully and tastefully upselling premium menu items and suggesting exquisite wine pairings to guests.
Server
Chautauqua Dining Hall
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Excelled with strong multitasking skills by managing many tables simultaneously without compromising service quality or customer satisfaction.
Emergency Medical Technician
Volunteer Service
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Taught local medical providers new techniques based on recent improvements in medical science and newly acquired medical devices.
- Provided high level emergency care to diverse communities despite language barriers and severe lack of equipment in life threatening situations.
- Maintained composure and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to provide life saving medical diagnosis and intervention.
Server/Bartender
Carrabba's Italian Grill
05.2017 - 02.2018
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Education
Licensed EMT-IV - Emergency Medical Technology
Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO2018
Field of Study - Psychology
Richmond International University
London, UK2017
Field of Study - Human Development And Family Studies
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO2016
Field of Study - Early Childhood Education
Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO2015
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Customer Service
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Calm and Professional Under Pressure
- Employee Relations
- Staff Management
- Exceptional Work Ethic
- Crisis Management
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Early Childhood Educator Large Center Director Qualified - State of Colorado
- CPR / First Aid / Universal Precautions
- EMT-IV
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
HighPointe Services
12.2023 - 03.2024
Co-Director
Countryside Montessori School
05.2020 - 10.2022
Bartender
Springs Bar And Doc Holiday's Bar
01.2020 - 03.2020
Server
Mateo
09.2019 - 01.2020
Emergency Medical Technician
Volunteer Service
01.2019 - 07.2019
Server
Chautauqua Dining Hall
08.2018 - 09.2019
Server/Bartender
Carrabba's Italian Grill
05.2017 - 02.2018
Classroom Teacher
Countryside Montessori School
07.2013 - 08.2022
Licensed EMT-IV - Emergency Medical Technology
Front Range Community College
Field of Study - Psychology
Richmond International University
Field of Study - Human Development And Family Studies
Colorado State University
Field of Study - Early Childhood Education
Front Range Community College
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