Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Sarah Beth Spence

Maurices
Newport
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience

Dynamic manager with a proven track record in optimizing team productivity and enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in workload balancing and proactive time management, contributing to streamlined processes and improved team performance.

Work History

Part Time Manager

15 Years 7 Months
Maurices | 01.2011 - Current
  • Optimized scheduling processes to maximize team productivity and operational efficiency.
  • Formulated time management strategies that prioritized tasks and enhanced workforce allocation.
  • Established inventory tracking systems to enhance accuracy of stock levels and minimize waste.
  • Facilitated employee training sessions emphasizing time management techniques and best practices.

Teacher

2 Years 9 Months
Pam's Child Development Center | 10.2021 - 07.2024
  • Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and developmental stages.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address individual needs.
  • Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional techniques and classroom practices.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Western Carolina University | Cullowhee, NC | 05-2024

Motivated forensic science graduate with hands-on experience in DNA analysis, PCR, and STR profiling. Skilled in evidence collection, laboratory documentation, and courtroom presentation. Seeking a DNA analyst position to apply technical expertise and contribute to accurate forensic investigations. Classes include, Biochemistry, Forensic Biology, Organic Chemistry, Genetics, Physical Methods in Forensic Science, Statistics, Database Theory.

Laboratory Experience: Extracted DNA from biological samples (blood, semen) for simulated sexual assault cases.

  • Conducted PCR and STR analysis to generate DNA profiles.
  • Maintained detailed lab notebooks and wrote formal lab reports.
  • Presented findings in moot court exercises, practicing expert witness testimony.

Skills

Laboratory & Forensic Skills: PCR & STR analysis, DNA extraction, evidence collection and testing, crime scene photography, lab report writing, courtroom testimony, lab instrumentation operation, safety protocols

Technical Skills: Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook; database management

Professional Skills: Analytical problem-solving, multitasking, task prioritization, reliability, teamwork, co-teaching experience

  • Followed laboratory safety protocols and proper evidence handling procedures.

Skills

Task prioritization
Deadline management
Documentation and reporting
Time estimation
Goal setting
Team leadership
Resource allocation
Employee scheduling

Certification

  • Laboratory Safety and Evidence Handling
  • PCR and STR Laboratory Techniques
  • Crime Scene Documentation and Photography

Timeline

Teacher

Pam's Child Development Center
10.2021 - 07.2024Read More

Part Time Manager

Maurices
01.2011 - CurrentRead More

Western Carolina University

Bachelor of Science from Biological Sciences
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Sarah Beth Spence