Sarah Strothkamp
St. Louis,MO
Summary
Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing a strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin a new challenge with a successful team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Program Coordinator
Humane Society of Missouri
01.2022 - Current
- Established and maintained a strong working relationship with staff, volunteers, and educators; became familiar with duties and responsibilities of all Humane Society of Missouri Departments
- Helped to maintain a professional, pleasant, and collaborative environment
- Managed the Kids for Critters Summer Camp for three years. Each summer consisted of 300 campers age range 6-14 years old; 40 teen camp counselors; 15 humane educators; 8 shelter dog ambassadors; Humane Society Staff; and guest speakers.
- Oversaw registration, created agendas, booked field trips, and lead communication with volunteers, staff, and campers’ grownups
- Developed, prepared, organized, and evaluated curriculums for all onsite and outreach educational programs ensuring appropriate standard and mission was met
- Oversaw, managed, mentored, and coordinated with over100 plus volunteers ranging in ages and backgrounds
- Updated and managed the volunteer database
- Planned and coordinated educational events and activities such as Tower Grove Pride, Bark in the Park, Spring Fling, and any Outreach Programs
Server
Fallons Bar & Grill
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Veterinarian Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Helped maintain the flow of the patients and clients at the clinic
- Communicated with the veterinarian, vet techs, vet assistance, and administrative staff
- Carried out or set up procedures for patience that did not require assistance from a veterinarian or vet tech
- Adhered to hospital standards that keep patience safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized
- Educated clients about the Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care
- Mentored other members of the hospital team
Assistant Early Childhood Educator
Zoological Society of Saint Louis
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Early Childhood Preschool teacher Monday thru Friday
- Assisted and taught the early childhood classes and worked at the Wild Wonder Outpost
- Helped other teachers or educators with professional development
- Completed the first section of animal handling training at the Children’s Zoo and taught education classes with these animals
- Created and shared virtual content on the St
- Louis Zoo’s website
Education
Bachelor of Educational Studies - Early Childhood Education, grades birth-3rd
University of Missouri-Saint Louis
Saint Louis, MO08.2018
High School Diploma -
Saint Joseph's Academy
Frontenac, MO05-2013
Skills
- Management experience
- Organizational Skills
- Computer proficiency
- Customer Service
- Collaborator
- Diligent Worker
- Volunteer management
- Educational leadership
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Training facilitation
Community Engagement
- Glass Softball League Coach
- Humane Society Foster
- 5K Participant for Charity Events
Timeline
Education Program Coordinator
Humane Society of Missouri
01.2022 - Current
Server
Fallons Bar & Grill
02.2021 - 01.2022
Veterinarian Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
09.2020 - 11.2021
Assistant Early Childhood Educator
Zoological Society of Saint Louis
08.2018 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Educational Studies - Early Childhood Education, grades birth-3rd
University of Missouri-Saint Louis
High School Diploma -
Saint Joseph's Academy
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