Tara Stephenson
Minneapolis, MN *****
****.************@*****.***
Professional Summary
I am currently a pharmacy tech at Walgreens in St. Anthony.I have my technician license with the State of Minnesota board of pharmacy. I fill medications, enter prescriptions, place orders for out of stock medication. I work with insurance companies on Patients accounts. I do inventory counts. Prior to my jobs I have worked at Davita Dialysis, Lakes International Language Academy as anSpecial Education Paraprofessional, I also drove for a company called Newtrax for 3 years, I would transport them to work and other group activities. I also completed my CNA/HHA/RA class and now am on the State of MN Registry. I am also an Experienced and enthusiastic teacher who has earned trust and respect from students,colleagues, parents, and daycare center owners and who demonstrates dedication,responsibility and excellent communication skills. Core Qualifications
Ø Inventory Specialist in a pharmacy atmosphere
Ø Knowledgeable about medications
Ø Fast paste medication filler
Ø CPR/First Aide Certified
Ø Knowledgeable in insurances
Ø Great organizational skills with medications
Ø Positive atmosphere promotion
Ø Team building skills
Ø Creative lesson planning
Ø Detailed supervision and group control
Ø Three years experience caring for a young Type 1 Diabetic including but not limited to: insulin administration via syringe and insulin pump, timed blood sugar checks, carb counting and dose calculation, and behavior monitoring for hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia. Requires close contact with parents and constant communication with other staff and child s parents. Mother of the child is listed below as a reference. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens-Forest Lake, MN
November 2021 to Present
I help process prescriptions, work with insurance companies. Cashier and answer phones. Lakes international Language Academy
Independent School District-Forest Lake, MN
September 2018 to Present
I work with special Ed students. I help daily organization skills, communication skills. Help them make friends. Also, assist the teacher in the class rooms. Driver
Newtrax-White Bear Lake, MN
April 2017 to Present
I work with adults with disabilities, I transport them to work and outings in the Twin Cities. I work on daily activities and also positive reinforcement.
Forest Lake Bus Aide for Special needs children
ISD #831-Forest Lake, MN
August 2016 to Present
Make sure children are safe on the bus, help the bus driver with directions. Keep the children content while transporting them. Communicating with the parents and teachers. Preschool Teacher
Country School House-Linwood, MN
September 2018 to August 2019
I work on daily curriculum and prepare each day with activities that fit each child’s needs. I get the 5 year olds ready for kindergarten. I work with parents with educational questions they may have and also help them understand what and how their child learns and is learning. I watch children all day that have all different kinds of behaviors.
SAC Aide
Forest Lake Schools-Forest Lake, MN
September 2015 to August 2016
Responsibilities
Taking care of school age children, making sure they are safe and having fun. Also customer service and planning activities with the children.
Accomplishments
Being there for the children, helping their education. Skills Used
Responsibility, team member, customer service.
Lead teacher
Ø Apple Academy Childcare Center/WONDERLAND-Wyoming, MN March 2010 to June 2015
Developed course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of the children. Designed lesson plans for all ages, customer service, answering questions from families, inquire phone calls. Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Ø Room For Growing-Forest Lake, MN
July 2006 to March 2010
Developed course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of toddlers.
• Designed lesson plans focused on age appropriate material. Customer Service, Cashier, Layaway
Ø Walmart-Forest Lake, MN
May 2004 to July 2006
Processed an average of 200-250 transactions each day in a timely manner
• Answered customers questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone
• Helped customers select products that best fit their personal needs
• Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for the entire store
• Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote the company brand
• Communicated merchandise needs and issues to appropriate supervisors in a timely fashion
• Balanced the needs of multiple customers in a fast paced retail environment
• Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management Education
License in CNA/HHA/RA
Anoka-Ramsey Community College - Cambridge, MN
February 2017 to March 2017
Vet Tech Program
MN School of Business - Blaine, MN
2011 to 2013
Associate in Early Childhood Education
Rasmussen College-Minnesota - Woodbury, MN
September 2007 to September 2009
Skills
• Administrative experience
• Certified Nursing Assistant
• Customer service (10+ years)
• Clinical pharmacy experience
• Microsoft Word
• Office experience
• CNA
• Sales
• Account management
• Microsoft Outlook
• Time management
• Medical office experience
• Home Health
• Medical terminology
• English
• Cash Register, email, copy machine, fax machine (10+ years)
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Cna Certified
• Medical sales
• Communication skills
• Front desk
• HHA
• Microsoft Excel
• Organizational skills
• Cash register
• Outside sales
• Microsoft Office (4 years)
Certifications and Licenses
CNA/HHA
March 2017 to March 2019
CNA
Additional Information
I hope to continue my schooling to become a RN in pediatric care.