Sarah Sheets
Ankeny,IA
Summary
Proactive and caring worker with years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Media savvy individual with a focus on developing relationships.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
2 For U Daycare
Ankeny, IA
01.2023 - Current
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
Yard Worker
Jim Black
Ames , IA
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Used customer feedback to make operational improvements.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
Babysitter
Miranda Keith
Ames, IA
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
Waitress
White Oak Grill LLC.
Exline, IA
02.2018 - 05.2019
- Shared knowledge of menu items, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05.2023
Skills
- Coordinate social media across multiple platforms
- Classroom Observation
- Customer Service
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Socialization Techniques
- Safety Monitoring
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Canva
- Microsoft Word
- Learning Adobe programs
Educational Experience
- Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) Gave me the chance to practice Public Relations through a variety of opportunities. For students, like myself, interested in a career in Public Relations and related communication professions, it offers pre-professional programming. The club offered great lectures on career development and professional mentoring for myself whenever needed.
- The National Society of Collegiate Scholars at Iowa State University (NSCS) Founded on a basis of ethics, this chapter is a community of students who exemplify the commitment to education, leadership, and service. This society was a fantastic place for me to meet other students who share their enthusiasm for academic accomplishment. it offers a strong foundation for the growth and improvement of leadership abilities and volunteerism.
- Named to the Fall 2022 College of Liberal Arts and Sciences' Dean's List.
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
2 For U Daycare
01.2023 - Current
Yard Worker
Jim Black
07.2022 - 11.2022
Babysitter
Miranda Keith
05.2019 - 08.2019
Waitress
White Oak Grill LLC.
02.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations
Iowa State University