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Sara Mensing

Faribault

Summary

Compassionate professional in community and educational services, highly productive and efficient in task completion. Excel at communication, organization, and problem-solving to drive positive outcomes and support overall well-being. Hardworking employee with customer service, computer, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving all persons a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Community Action Center of Faribault
Faribault
09.2024 - Current
  • Maintained a welcoming environment for visitors at the community center.
  • Collaborated with team members to distribute food and essential supplies.
  • Offered support and assistance to community members.
  • Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
  • Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.

Paraprofessional

Cannon River Stem School
Faribault
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations during busy periods.
  • Assisted in the preparation of all menu items, including salads, appetizers, and entrees.
  • Maintained an organized workstation, ensuring tools and ingredients are readily available.
  • Administered medications and treatments to students as prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Collaborated with teachers to create supportive environments for students with health issues.
  • Maintained accurate and confidential student health records in compliance with regulations.
  • Educated students on proper hygiene practices and healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding student health concerns and needs.
  • Provided first aid to students, staff and visitors as needed.
  • Evaluated student health histories and kept accurate records of immunizations, medications and allergies.
  • Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
  • Communicated with students about feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.

Paraprofessional

ISD 656
Faribault
09.2014 - 12.2023
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and student engagement activities.
  • Prepared educational materials for daily classroom activities and projects.
  • Organized classroom resources to promote a positive learning environment.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
  • Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
  • Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms, and coordinated documents for teachers.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
  • Assisted with the organization and implementation of classroom projects and events.
  • Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Social Sciences

Inver Hills Community College
Inver Grove Heights, MN

Skills

  • Community outreach
  • Needs assessment
  • First aid administration
  • Confidential record keeping
  • Classroom support
  • Food distribution
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Active listening
  • Recordkeeping and confidentiality
  • Adaptability and dependability
  • Organized and efficient
  • MS office
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Cultural awareness
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Telephone and email etiquette

Affiliations

  • reading, creating, building, learning, kayaking and outdoors

Timeline

Volunteer

Community Action Center of Faribault
09.2024 - Current

Paraprofessional

Cannon River Stem School
10.2023 - 06.2024

Paraprofessional

ISD 656
09.2014 - 12.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Social Sciences

Inver Hills Community College

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