CARA A.

SNOWER
809 Ridge Road Highland Park, IL, 60035, United States (224) 234-7735 cara.a.snower@gmail.com

FIREWORKS RESTAURANT, LINCOLN, NEBRASKA

Host, March 2013 Present
Greet guests, escort them to tables and provide menus Coordinate with other staff to ensure the availability of best service for the guests Help strategize and prepare table setups for large parties and groups Clean tables and seats in a timely manner to prepare for next guest

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SELF-EMPLOYED, LINCOLN, NEBRASKA

Childcare Provider, September 2012 Present
Work with children of all ages, specifically ages 1-10 years Caregiver for a variety of families Transport children from daycare to their homes Organize activities, prepare meals, change diapers and follow daytime and bedtime routines

F STREET COMMUNITY CENTER, LINCOLN, NEBRASKA

Volunteer, January 2012 May 2012
Conducted several extracurricular activities in sports, arts and academics that brought about social and educational growth of the child Assisted children with academic studies Provided support for students who were unable to fully participate in activities Was responsible for various other duties as assigned

THE PARK DISTRICT OF HIGHLAND PARK, HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS

Lifeguard, March 2009 August 2011
American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguarding/First Aid, Waterpark Lifeguarding/First Aid, CPR-AED for Lifeguards and Administering Emergency Oxygen Examined injured persons and administered first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment Rescued distressed persons, using rescue techniques and equipment Conducted new employee training Enforced rules of facilities

Swim Instructor, May 2009 - August 2011

Taught children and adults of all ages how to swim and improve swim skills Taught students in groups or individually

Desk Clerk and Cashier, June 2009 - August 2011

Greeted customers entering facilities Sold passes and received payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits Opened and closed facilities Resolved customer complaints

SLANG MUSIC GROUP, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS

Recording Artist, March 2011 September 2011
Participated in recordings Collaborated with a manager who handles administrative details, finds work, and negotiates contracts Performed before live audiences

UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA-LINCOLN, LINCOLN, NEBRASKA

Undergraduate, Expected Graduation April 2015
College of Journalism and Mass Communications, major in advertising and public relations Student Government: Council Member

EDUCATION

HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL, HIGHLAND PARK, ILLINOIS

High School Diploma, May 2011

ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Proficient in Spanish Excellent and proven leadership skills Excellent oral and written communication skills