Connie Consumer
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Career and Civic Engagement
(803) 333-3333 • consumerc4@winthrop.edu • 256 Family Drive, Rock Hill, SC 29733
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences, Youth Issues Specialization
Winthrop University; Rock Hill, SC
 Rutledge Scholarship, Life Scholarship
May 2015
GPA: 3.0
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Resource Coordinator and Mentor
May 2014 – August 2014
Youth Development Center; Lancaster, SC
 Generated a safe, comfortable, and fun learning environment for at-risk youth, ages 10-13
 Demonstrated patience and understanding while managing aggressive or tumultuous young individuals
 Mentored diverse group of youths, developing relationships and conducting weekly discussion groups
concerning important topics (Working Together, Homework Help, Career Spotlight)
After School Program Assistant
September 2013 – December 2013
Fort Mill Middle School; Fort Mill, SC
 Designed lesson plans and activities to help students stay active and complete homework, encouraging
efficiency
 Provided additional tutoring and guidance for students struggling with reading and comprehension
 Initiated a scavenger hunt activity that emphasized teamwork, math, and spelling skills
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Food and Beverage Shift Manager
March 2012 – May 2014
Carowinds Amusement Park; Charlotte, NC
 Guaranteed the smooth and effective operation of all 30 restaurants within the park
 Instructed and administrated area supervisors, promoting communication and coordination between all
employees
Food and Beverage Area Supervisor
 Created training modules and trained staff on successful leadership abilities through supervision
 Operated up to 6 food service stands at a time, maintaining cleanliness and productivity
 Promoted to manager after one year of service
LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY SERVICE
Children’s Advocacy Committee Chair
August 2013 - Present
Serving Others & Reflecting (SOAR), Winthrop University; Rock Hill, SC
 Voice group ideas and concerns at executive SOAR meetings regarding children’s advocacy opportunities
 Invited and hosted guest speaker from The Children’s Attention Home to discuss programs, describe
resources, and highlight volunteer opportunities for students interested in advocacy
Alternative Spring Break; Biloxi, MS
March 2013
Center for Career & Civic Engagement, Winthrop University; Rock Hill, SC
 Selected to participate in week long community service project as a representative of Winthrop University
 Worked on a team of 12 to help rebuild a house damaged by Hurricane Katrina
COMPUTER SKILLS
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Advanced in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Proficient in Publisher, One Note, and Front Page