SARAH LIND
Hales Corners,WI
Summary
Current Instructor and Direct Service Provider for adults with special needs. Dedicated to providing instruction of daily life skills and respite care. Energetic and motivated with extensive knowledge in various subjects. Also a former radio professional with 5+ years of experience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor
DSP Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin
08.2021 - Current
- I teach life skills and provide respite care to adults with special needs
- Two days a week I am lead instructor for our Skills Training Academy that focuses on daily living skills and how to deal with feelings and emotions
- I also provide respite care by taking individuals and small groups to fun and meaningful activities in the community in order to give their caregivers a break.
- I also worked as a paraprofessional for a year with Special Education students in the transitional program at Nicolet High School in Glendale.
Private Nanny
Private Employer
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Worked as a private nanny for a family with two young children during the Covid-19 shutdown.
- Helped child with virtual K4 classes and assignments until they returned in-person.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support children's social and emotional growth.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
Tele-Fundraiser
Bennett Direct
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Helped raise funds over the phone for several orchestra and theater groups in the United States including the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra and the Globe Theater in San Diego.
- Offered excellent customer service to donors to enhance relationships and increase funding.
- Cultivated relationships with existing and potential donors to increase donations.
Storefront Employee/Packaging Associate
Pop's Kettle Corn
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Operated popcorn machines, bag sealers and scales to package items correctly.
- Fulfilled orders for storefront as well as large scale special orders for events and customers including the Wisconsin State Fair and the Brewers Stadium.
News Reporter/Producer
The E.W. Scripps Company
04.2013 - 11.2017
- Researched and produced daily news reports for WTMJ-AM radio.
- Served as the station's producer during the overnight hours.
- Delivered unscripted breaking news and special event coverage to community as needed.
- Crafted well-written news stories based on facts and edited content when time and space required it.
- Updated social media and website content for both radio and Television.
Sales Associate
Melk Music
05.2015 - 03.2017
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Assisted customers with scheduling instrument repairs.
- Answered customer questions about musical instruments and rental services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Assisted with store promotions and special music instrument rental events at area schools.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Radio And Television
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI05.2010
No Degree - Music Education-Instrumental
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI2006
Skills
- Instructional Assistance
- childcare
- respite services
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Individual Student Assistance
- Student Behavior and Progress Reporting
- Technical and Computer Proficiency
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Skill-Building Support
- Storytelling
- Broadcasting
- Adobe Audition
- Customer Service
Timeline
Instructor
DSP Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin
08.2021 - Current
Private Nanny
Private Employer
03.2020 - 08.2021
Tele-Fundraiser
Bennett Direct
01.2020 - 08.2020
Storefront Employee/Packaging Associate
Pop's Kettle Corn
03.2017 - 03.2020
Sales Associate
Melk Music
05.2015 - 03.2017
News Reporter/Producer
The E.W. Scripps Company
04.2013 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Radio And Television
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
No Degree - Music Education-Instrumental
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
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