Sophia A. Meier
Cedar Rapids
Summary
Dedicated individual with a B.A. in Psychology and completed prerequisite coursework for the Pre-Occupational Therapy track from the University of Iowa. Excited to embark on a journey at RUSH University in Chicago to pursue an Entry-Level Occupational Therapy Doctorate degree starting in the Fall of 2025. Possessing dedication, hard work, and passion required in the field of Occupational Therapy, eager to contribute to the well-being and success of others in their daily life tasks and occupational performance. Acceptance into the RUSH OTD program allows for embracing a fulfilling career where a positive impact can be made.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front of House Server
Pop’s BBQ
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Greet customers with a warm welcome and answer any questions they have about the menu.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
- Communicate efficiently with the kitchen staff to ensure successful delivery of food to the customers.
- Resolved customer satisfaction issues with food service to maintain establishment loyalty.
- Successfully completed various side work tasks during each shift.
- Responsible for accurately managing cash transactions, balancing the cash drawer, and reporting/distributing tip allocations.
Summer Nanny
Iowa City Family
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Prepared fun, age appropriate activities for a 10 year old girl and an 8 year old girl.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Carefully supervised the girls while they were swimming at the pool.
- Prepared meals daily for the girls.
- Carefully transported the girls to and from our activities.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Love-A-Lot Early Child Care Center
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Worked as an assistant teacher in a child care center with children aged 8 months - 4 years old.
- Tasked with effectively preparing meals for the children, reading them educational books, aiding them in making crafts, and carefully supervising their indoor and outdoor play activities.
- Reported daily behavior summaries to parents when they picked their child up.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Administered first aid care to children in need, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Aisles Online Shopper
HyVee
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Shopped, bagged, and distributed groceries proficiently and in a timely manner for customers who placed online orders through the HyVee app.
- Analyzed items on customer’s online list, matched the item to the in-store products, and communicated with the customer about choosing the best alternative if their original item was out of stock
- Maintained knowledge of item shelf placements to ensure time efficient order completion
- Shopped for multiple customer's orders at one time, making sure to organize and place items in the correct customer's bin.
Summer Nanny
Cedar Falls Family
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Supervised and organized fun, age appropriate activities 2-3 days/week for a 10 year old boy and a 4 year old girl during the summers of 2021 and 2022.
- Carefully transported the kids to and from our activities.
- Prepared meals daily for the kids.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Food Service
The Young Area
11.2019 - 01.2022
- Took orders and served food to customer’s satisfaction during hockey games and wrestling tournaments.
- Efficiently cleaned stadium stands after the games concluded.
- Resolved customer satisfaction issues with food service to maintain establishment loyalty.
Nanny
Dubuque Family
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Played educational games, colored, worked on puzzles, read books to, and made dinner for a 3 year old girl.
- Looked after, fed, and changed the diapers of a 6 month old boy
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA12.2024
Loras College
Dubuque, IA11.2021
High School Diploma -
Columbus Catholic High School
Waterloo, IA05.2021
Skills
- Great customer service
- Strong work ethic
- Quick learner
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Social perceptiveness
- Multitasking
- Efficient service
Certification
- Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training, Iowa DHS, 08/19/22
- The Essentials of Child Care Preservice Series, Iowa DHS, 08/19/22
- Universal Precautions for Iowa Early Childhood and School-Age Professionals, Iowa DHS, 08/14/24
Accomplishments
- Pre-Occupational Therapy Club Member, 01/22-12/24
- National Society of Collegiate Scholars Member since 03/22
Timeline
Front of House Server
Pop’s BBQ
05.2023 - 12.2024
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Love-A-Lot Early Child Care Center
08.2022 - 05.2023
Aisles Online Shopper
HyVee
12.2021 - 08.2022
Nanny
Dubuque Family
08.2021 - 12.2021
Summer Nanny
Iowa City Family
06.2021 - 08.2023
Summer Nanny
Cedar Falls Family
05.2021 - 08.2022
Food Service
The Young Area
11.2019 - 01.2022
- Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training, Iowa DHS, 08/19/22
- The Essentials of Child Care Preservice Series, Iowa DHS, 08/19/22
- Universal Precautions for Iowa Early Childhood and School-Age Professionals, Iowa DHS, 08/14/24
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Iowa
Loras College
High School Diploma -
Columbus Catholic High School
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