SIERA WOJCIECHOWICZ
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging and rewarding position within a stable company that offers an opportunity for achievement and growth.
EDUCATION
Master of Education, Emory & Henry College, Emory, VA May 2016
Overall GPA: 3.29
Bachelor of Arts, Emory & Henry College, Emory, VA Aug 2011-Dec 2015
Major: Studio Art Overall GPA: 3.59
JOB EXPERIENCE
Community Health Worker, Strong Starts Program, Ballad Health, Abingdon, VA
Jan 2023-present
●Actively sat in on hiring interviews to determine which candidates would fit best within our program for open positions
● Received CPST certification to help educate parents on proper installation of car seats
● Received CPR/BLS certification to be informed on how to properly go through CPR/BLS protocol for all ages
● Received Certified Breastfeeding Specialist certification by state standards after completing 52 hours of coursework
● Facilitates case management with caregivers to help connect them to community resources based on their needs
● Logs data in patient’s medical chart documenting communication fostered and goals for care management plan
● Works remotely periodically as a team member to make sure all needs of each parent are met in the states of Virginia and Tennessee
● Works as an active member of Safe Kids Worldwide to help educate the community on safe practices concerning children
● Collects and analyzes data collected from each patient to determine how best to integrate plan of care
● Key holder to the Strong Starts office pod
● Works with caregivers individually in Labor & Delivery to assess what needs or resources they may need directly following the birth of their child
Adult SNAP-Education Family Nutrition Program Assistant, Virginia Cooperative Extension, Virginia Tech, Abingdon, VA
Nov 2018-Jan 2023
● Assisted in grant writing to receive funding on various programs with partnering agents
● Facilitated pre and post surveys to gather client data on behavioral changes relating to nutrition
● Worked with low-income individuals from a variety of ages and abilities to educate them on the importance of nutrition and health all with USDA certified curricula
● Kept organized paperwork to track expenditures on educational supplies and purchase requests
● Completed remote nutrition education via Zoom and phone lessons with a variety of partnerships in the community
● Designed and created video presentations and flyers for digital promoting of the program
● Worked independently with many community organizations in Washington County and Bristol City to facilitate partnerships to gather clients in the target demographic
● Scheduled and maintained my own working schedule to accommodate clients’ needs
● Entered client information in online databases for demographic information and data collection
● Contacted potential clients and partnerships by email and telephone to inform them on the program that is offered through our organization
● Key holder to the office
Secretary, Franks Affordable Pest Control, Atkins, VA
October 2021-present
● Obtained ability to type 54 wpm
● Created logo for business as well as business cards and flyers for promotion
● Created online databases to access client information for scheduling of routine maintenance
● Managed email correspondence with contractors and clients
● Created bids for services with potential clients
● Created and sent invoices of bills and services to clients and contractors for payment collection
● Kept organized online databases and records of client information on Google Drive, Google Sheets, and Google Documents
● Scanned and uploaded documents for organization of online files
Middle School Art Teacher, Marion Middle School, Marion, VA
Aug 2016-Aug 2018
● Taught art to students in grades 6th-8th
● Prepared and completed lesson plans in relation to the VA SOLs for Art that were turned in on time for every submission
● Collected data from different classes using pre-tests and post-tests to assess growth in the content area
● Created differentiated lesson plans relating to individual student needs and abilities
● Assisted with after school activities such as bus duty, school dances, sports events, and managing an art club
● Worked on professional development in the school and outside the school
● Collaborated with outside community sources to allow students to participate in art competitions
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Bakery/Deli Worker, K-VA-T Food City, Marion, VA Feb 2011-July 2016
Bank Teller, Bank of Marion, Marion, VA May 2013-July 2016
Camp Counselor, Smyth County DSS, Marion, VA Summers 2012-2015
Ceramics Supplemental Instructor, Art Dept., Emory & Henry College, Emory, VA Aug 2012-April 2014
Resident Advisor, Emory & Henry College, Emory, VA Aug 2013-Fall 2015
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Loading, unloading, and firing electric, manual, and trashcan kilns
Throwing on a wheel
Hand building
Glaze measuring and creation
Developing photography
Basic Computer Skills: Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Procreate
Frame building
Basic Printmaking: Aquatint, Etching, and Reduction Print
Creating movies on various programs
Decorating cakes using a variety of mediums
Creating plaster and silicone molds
Hanging exhibitions by grid method
Paint pouring
Wood burning
Oil and acrylic painting
Resin work
ART EXHIBITIONS
Emory & Henry College, Emory, VA Fall 2015
Displayed a series of 15 works in a solo exhibition from October 17, 2015-November 12, 2015 based on a study abroad trip in Italy December 2013-January 2014
William King Museum, Kappa Pi Art Fraternity Show, Abingdon, VA Spring 2014
Appalachian Spirit Gallery, Marion, VA June 2013-July 2013
Broad Street Coffee and Treats, Marion, VA March 2022
The Henderson, Creating Connections, Marion, VA September-November 2024
The Art Place, The Menagerie Show, Chilhowie, VA September-November 2024
The Henderson, Holiday Show - Juried, Marion, VA December 2024-February 2025
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS
Received certification as a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist through state standards after completion of a 52 hour course on September 23, 2024
Received CPST certification for proper car seat installation which is valid from January 20, 2023-January 19, 2025
Received CPR/BLS certification which is valid from February 8, 2023-February, 8 2025
Received Adult Mental Health First Aid Certification November 21, 2022
Received Outstanding Team Award for the Healthy Kids Bucks Program that was started in our locality
Awarded first place in the Interdisciplinary Category for the 2022 Showcasing Scholarship Poster Contest for our submission titled First On-Campus Garden at Hospital Provides Access to Fresh Vegetables and Health Education for Patients - Staff at Virginia Tech
Obtained Certificate of Appreciation with Family Consumer Sciences on February 16, 2022
Awarded the Excellence in Action Award from the Virginia Family Nutrition Program on January 14, 2021
Awarded for Academic Achievement and Highest GPA in the Art Department for May 2016 graduates
Graduated Cum Laude from Emory & Henry College
Member of the Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society
Member of Sigma Upsilon Nu Sorority
Founding Member of the Theta Kappa Chapter of Kappa Pi International Honorary Art Fraternity
Member of Sigma Mu Honor Society for the top 10% of graduating class