Ryan Burr has over 10 years of experience in communications, education, and food service. He currently works as an instructional assistant for Seattle Public Schools, providing support to students with special needs. Burr is proficient in Microsoft programs and social media tools. He has a bachelor's degree in journalism and seeks a communications or customer service role.

1. RYAN BURR
5720 15th Ave NE, #3A, Seattle, WA 98105 C: 206-406-1855 rmburr79@gmail.com
Demonstrated knowledge and length of service in the communications, education, and food service sectors.
Seeking a return to service and communications oriented work.
Exceptional communication skills
MS Windows proficient
Proficient with social media tools for event
planning
Creative problem solver
Amiable disposition
Solid conflict management abilities
Quick learner
Instructional Assistant, 10/2010 to Current
SEATTLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS – Seattle, WA
Provided academic and physical support for students with various health impairments and special needs.
Strategized and collaborated with teachers to meet students' needs, including documentation.
Obtained training/certification in 2014 on performing safe physical restraints.
Lead Sales Barista, 07/2010 to Current
EMERALD CITY SMOOTHIE – Seattle, WA
Provided new employee training/shadowing.
Displayed strong ability to upsell with smoothie purchases.
Instructional Assistant Substitute, 05/2010 to 01/2011
KENT DISTRICT SCHOOLS – Kent, WA
Aided teachers with physical and academic support for students.
Server, 05/2009 to 03/2010
OLIVE GARDEN – Federal Way, WA
Served food, requiring heavy lifting, in a high-volume restaurant.
Government Reporter, 02/2005 to 03/2009
THE NEWS HERALD – Panama City, FL
Reported daily stories on local government news, including business and development
Recorded and edited video to supplement online content
General Assignment Reporter, 02/2003 to 02/2005
THE DAILY ADVANCE – Elizabeth City, NC
Reported daily news stories ranging from government and health to crime and lifestyles/human interest.
Bachelor of Arts: Journalism and Mass Communications, December 2000
Kent State University - Kent, OH
3.4 GPA, Dean's List six times, graduated cum laude
Catering, cocktail serving, and food demonstrations, Seattle area, April 2009 to October 2012
Winner, Florida Press Club for government reporting, The News Herald. Fall 2009
Volunteer, Junior Achievement of Northwest Florida, 2007 - 2009
Winner, Bay County Environmental Journalism Award, Spring 2007
Current Washington State Food Handler's Permit
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