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Sarah Poast

Tooele,UT

Summary

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Residential Coach

Turn-About Ranch
01.2023 - 07.2025
  • Fostered positive relationships with residents by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed challenging behaviors effectively using de-escalation techniques and implementing appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Enhanced resident satisfaction by providing individualized support and guidance in daily living activities.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness by tracking resident outcomes and using feedback to continually refine the residential coaching approach.


Special Education Paraprofessional

Garfield County School District
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Supported students with various disabilities through one-on-one tutoring sessions, improving their understanding of course materials and concepts.
  • Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
  • Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
  • Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.

Breakfast Cook / Housekeeper / Front Desk

Brent Cottam
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens, vacuuming floors, making beds and restocking bathroom items.
  • Assisted guests by providing detailed information on scenic attractions in surrounding area. As well as resolving customer complaints quickly and notifying supervisor immediately when problems escalated.

Education

High School Diploma -

Escalante High School
Escalante, UT
05.2022

Skills

  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Classroom Management
  • Food handling
  • Special Education
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Active listening
  • Communication Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Coping Strategies
  • Supportive Care
  • Problem-solving

Certification

  • CPR Certified/First Aid
  • AED Certification
  • Food Handler Certification

Timeline

Special Education Paraprofessional

Garfield County School District
02.2023 - 05.2023

Residential Coach

Turn-About Ranch
01.2023 - 07.2025

Breakfast Cook / Housekeeper / Front Desk

Brent Cottam
05.2022 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Escalante High School