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Sarah D. Orr

Bozeman,MT

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations and Admin Coordinator

i-Gene Food Systems Inc.
Remote, MT
11.2022 - Current
  • Computed balances, totals or commissions to support accounting team.
  • Maintained records of customer needs and preferences.
  • Maintained calendars of upcoming events, meetings and deadlines.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
  • Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
  • Booked hotel rooms, car rentals, and flights for company trips and conferences.
  • Monitored inventory levels and ordered additional supplies as needed.
  • Resolved customer complaints or answered customers' questions.
  • Created and maintained accurate records of departmental activities, including budgets, personnel documents and project timelines.

Owner/Painter

Slick Timber
Bozeman, MT
06.2016 - 11.2022
  • Developed business from ground up and prepared records and operations necessary for state requirements.
  • Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
  • Met with clients to discuss color and finish options and other design details.
  • Scheduled and coordinated appointments and assisted customers in selecting and matching colors.
  • Provided work order cost estimates based on anticipated type and quantity of materials needed and total project surface area.
  • Kept records of all supplies used during each job including paint colors, amounts and brands used.
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by washing, scraping and sanding them.
  • Adhered strictly to safety protocols when operating power tools like ladders, lifts.
  • Applied primers or sealers to prepare bare wood or metal for finish coats.
  • Executed advanced finishing techniques to achieve customized appearance of finished surfaces.
  • Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
  • Assisted in mixing large batches of paint using colorants, thinners and other additives.
  • Erected scaffolding or swing gates or set up ladders to work above ground level.
  • Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
  • Sanded, stripped, brushed and power washed surfaces to clean and smooth, ensuring adherence of paint and primer.
  • Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives.

Lead Antique Sprayer

Gibson Guitars Inc.
Bozeman, MT
09.2018 - 10.2021
  • Operated airless spray equipment.
  • Repaired minor damage to painted surfaces with spot putty or glaze compounds.
  • Applied paints, sealers and solvents to wood.
  • Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding job progress and completion times.
  • Mixed and prepared paint according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Assessed the quality of finished products against standards set by management.
  • Filled hoppers and reservoirs with coating and painting materials according to project specifications.
  • Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
  • Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
  • Handled and disposed of hazardous waste carefully to minimize harm to personnel or environmental habitats.
  • Ensured that work area was clean, organized and free from any hazardous materials.
  • Provided guidance and direction to team members when necessary.
  • Reported daily job updates to supervisors, including whether workers had completed tasks on time.
  • Monitored equipment to verify proper paint flow, viscosity and coating quality.
  • Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.

Headmaster (Interim)

Bozeman Summit School
Bozeman, MT
06.2015 - 06.2016
  • Monitored student performance and provided feedback to teachers on teaching methods and strategies.
  • Referred to student performance data to set educational goals and standards.
  • Observed teaching methods and examined learning materials to determine areas needing improvement.
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to faculty members in the areas of instructional methodology, classroom management, professional development, and evaluation processes.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with parents and staff to facilitate school operations and student success.
  • Recruited, hired and trained primary and supplemental teaching staff.
  • Formulated budgets for various departments within the school including administration, athletics, technology.
  • Communicated frequently by telephone, email and in-person meetings with families of students struggling to meet school expectations for discipline and attendance.
  • Evaluated curricula, teaching methods and programs to determine effectiveness and compliance with local regulations.
  • Supported students' academic, health, social and financial needs by connecting students to resources on and off campus.

University Teaching Assistant

Montana State University Bozeman
Bozeman, MT
08.2012 - 06.2015
  • Supported faculty clerical needs in the education department by preparing class materials, collecting assignments, stocking supplies and completing other support tasks.
  • Scheduled and maintained regular office hours to meet with students.
  • Reviewed student essays for grammar and content accuracy.
  • Researched topics related to the course curriculum and developed supplemental learning materials.
  • Assisted faculty members with administrative tasks such as tracking grades, preparing reports.
  • Developed syllabi, visual aids and other teaching materials.
  • Returned assignments to students to comply with established deadlines.
  • Assisted in developing and grading assignments, exams, and quizzes.
  • Provided academic support by tutoring individual students in various courses.
  • Managed online discussion forums for assigned classes.
  • Collaborated with other teaching assistants to plan activities that enhance student engagement in the classroom.
  • Conducted research projects with faculty members.
  • Advised students on study skills, time management techniques, test preparation strategies.
  • Administered mid-term and final exams according to university policies.
  • Provided feedback on student performance throughout the semester.

Education

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

Montana State University
Bozeman, MT
12-2014

Multiple Subject Teaching Certification - Elementary Education

California State Northridge
Northridge
06-2004

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production

Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA
03-1997

Skills

  • Data Entry
  • Administrative Leadership
  • Information Collection
  • Recordkeeping
  • Resource Allocation
  • Writing Requirements
  • Customer Service
  • Best Practices Implementation
  • Relationship Building

Accomplishments

  • Phi Beta Kappa

Certification

  • Class 1 Montana Teaching Certification
  • Clear California Multiple Subject Teaching Credentail
  • Gibson Lead Training Certification

Timeline

Operations and Admin Coordinator

i-Gene Food Systems Inc.
11.2022 - Current

Lead Antique Sprayer

Gibson Guitars Inc.
09.2018 - 10.2021

Owner/Painter

Slick Timber
06.2016 - 11.2022

Headmaster (Interim)

Bozeman Summit School
06.2015 - 06.2016

University Teaching Assistant

Montana State University Bozeman
08.2012 - 06.2015

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

Montana State University

Multiple Subject Teaching Certification - Elementary Education

California State Northridge

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production

Eastern Washington University

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