Skylar Lovelace
Keystone Heights
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Prevention Coordinator
Hope Above Fear
Pensacola, FL
03.2026 - Current
- Coordinated prevention workshops and community outreach to strengthen awareness and early intervention efforts.
- Facilitated partner communication to support referral pathways and coordinated service access.
- Monitored outreach activities, maintained accurate records, and ensured timely follow-up on participant needs.
- Reduced substance abuse rates through targeted youth intervention programs.
- Promoted healthy lifestyles within the community through public presentations on substance abuse risks and consequences.
Substitute Teacher
ESS
Gulf Breeze, FL
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Delivered lesson plans and maintained classroom continuity during teacher absences.
- Managed student behavior using consistent classroom expectations and district procedures.
- Adapted instruction quickly to support varied grade levels and subject areas.
- Monitored student safety and supervised classroom, hallway, and campus activities.
Bartender/Server
Woodyard Grill
Newberry, FL
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Resolved customer concerns while maintaining positive dining atmosphere.
- Managed cash handling procedures and recorded all transactions accurately during each shift.
- Supported training for new hires, helping build more efficient workforce and lower turnover.
- Coordinated private events within establishment, meeting varied customer needs and expectations.
- Built strong rapport with guests through strong interpersonal skills, encouraging repeat visits.
Paraprofessional
Newberry Elementary School
Newberry, FL
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Monitored students in classroom and common areas to support rule compliance and assist lead teacher.
- Helped improve classroom management by supporting teachers with behavior interventions and tracking student progress.
- Supervised students during lunch, recess, and field trips to maintain safety at all times.
- Built positive learning environment by developing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Developed positive communication with students through empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions inside and outside classroom setting.
Server
Sonnys Real Pit BBQ
Gainesville, FL
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Resolved customer complaints professionally while maintaining positive dining environment.
- Handled cash procedures and completed accurate transaction counts during each shift.
- Supported training of new hires, helping build efficient team and reduce turnover.
- Set up private events successfully within establishment to meet varied guest needs.
- Built strong customer relationships through clear communication and respectful service.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Community Education
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL04.2025
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL04.2020
High School Diploma -
Keystone Heights Junior/Senior High School
Keystone Heights, FL06.2018
Skills
- Behavioral health
- Community resources
- Community engagement
- Client confidentiality
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Mental health awareness
Timeline
Prevention Coordinator
Hope Above Fear
03.2026 - Current
Substitute Teacher
ESS
08.2025 - 05.2026
Paraprofessional
Newberry Elementary School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Bartender/Server
Woodyard Grill
08.2022 - 08.2025
Server
Sonnys Real Pit BBQ
07.2019 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Keystone Heights Junior/Senior High School
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Santa Fe College
Bachelor of Arts - Community Education
The University of West Florida