Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Sarina De Man

Grand Rapids,MI

Summary

Dynamic and adaptable professional with a diverse background across various positions, offering invaluable skills for seamless transitions into new roles. Five years of experience balancing work and education, emphasizing flexibility to prioritize academic success. Equipped with a solid foundation and a commitment to excellence, prepared for a more dedicated role with a versatile skill set ready for immediate contribution in any environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Nanny

Private Household
01.2020 - Current
  • Ensured the children's well-being by preparing meals, maintaining daily routines, and overseeing personal care needs
  • Designed and implemented educational activities focusing on literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills to prepare preschool-age children for school
  • Provided compassionate emotional support, helping children navigate challenges and develop healthy coping mechanisms

Student Assistant

Calvin University English Department
01.2023 - 06.2024
  • Provided administrative assistance to English department faculty, including managing schedules, preparing teaching materials, and organizing departmental events
  • Faced the challenge of low visibility for departmental events, designed eye-catching promotional materials and structured a content calendar, resulting in a rise in event attendance and broader audience reach
  • Helped plan and execute department events such as literary readings, workshops, and conferences, demonstrating strong organizational and teamwork skills

Orientation Intern

Calvin University
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Developed detailed timelines and operational plans for New Student Day (NSD) and Welcome Week, ensuring all events ran efficiently and met institutional goals
  • Coordinated the selection process for orientation leaders and led training sessions, fostering leadership skills and building a cohesive, motivated team
  • Organized and executed large-scale events, including three New Student Day(NSD) sessions and extended orientation programs, managing logistics, scheduling, and on-site operations
  • Conducted comprehensive evaluations of orientation programs, identifying areas for improvement to enhance future orientation experiences

Student Worker

Johny's Cafe
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity at Calvin University's campus cafe.
  • Took and followed detailed directions from manager.
  • Operated and maintained machinery and equipment to manage functionality and performance.
  • Operated cash register, taking and fulfilling customer orders.

Hospitality Specialist

Tekton Hand Tools
09.2018 - 08.2021
  • Managed timely and effective cleanliness of facilities and office spaces.
  • Managed front desk, keeping track of calendars and meetings making sure visitors were provided with refreshments while awaiting meetings.
  • Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support to office members.
  • Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.

Team Member

Tropical Smoothie Cafe
07.2016 - 08.2018
  • Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
  • Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MI
05-2025

Bachelor of Arts - French

Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MI
05-2025

French

Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA)
Grenoble, France

Skills

  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to clearly present ideas and facilitate productive discussions
  • Detail-Oriented: Strong focus on accuracy and precision, consistently producing high-quality work with minimal errors
  • Collaborative: Experienced in working with diverse teams, ensuring effective communication and successful project execution
  • Social Integration: able to adapt easily to new and foreign environments, quickly assimilating to surrounding situations
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook): Proficient in creating documents, reports, presentations, and managing schedules with advanced Excel functions
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects): Skilled in graphic design, photo editing, digital illustration, and video production for both print and digital platforms

Languages

French
Professional Working

Timeline

Student Assistant

Calvin University English Department
01.2023 - 06.2024

Orientation Intern

Calvin University
01.2022 - 09.2022

Student Worker

Johny's Cafe
09.2021 - 02.2022

Private Nanny

Private Household
01.2020 - Current

Hospitality Specialist

Tekton Hand Tools
09.2018 - 08.2021

Team Member

Tropical Smoothie Cafe
07.2016 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Calvin University

Bachelor of Arts - French

Calvin University

French

Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA)