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Lisa Havens

1408 S. 730 W., Payson, Utah  84651

Cell: 801-4721-8230

Email: lisaluhavens@gmail.com

Self-motivated and dependable individual with proven

organizational skills seeking an opportunity to share a passion

for the field of communication. 

Comfortable with public speaking, teaching, and

motivating others.  

EDUCATION

M.A. in Communication and Leadership Studies, degree anticipated Spring 2019

    Gonzaga University - Spokane, Washington

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B.S. in Communication, December 1988

    University of Tulsa - Tulsa, Oklahoma

       GPA: 3.75 Cum Laude

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WORK EXPERIENCE

Teacher, Aug. 2019 - Present   

   Utah County Academy of Sciences- Orem, Utah

   

  • Knowledgeable about Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and Strong Interest Inventory

  • Advised and assisted 280+ students in selecting majors and careers

  • Taught elevator speeches, networking, interviewing skills, job seeking skills, resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn, college application essays, career decision making, career success, etc.

  • Created a positive culture of acceptance and inquiry for a variety of personalities and learning styles

  • Developed curriculum and taught concurrent enrollment career exploration content to 140+ high school students for 3 years

Vocal Coach, 2015 - 2020

  • Teach singers ages 7 and up

  • Prepare individual lesson plans for each student 

  • Teach healthy singing techniques

  • Build self-esteem in young singers

Office Manager, Dec 1989 - Aug 1992

    Grant Thornton LLP - Provo, Utah

  • File and maintain confidential client records

  • Record and distribute office meeting minutes

  • Bill clients and receive payments

  • Order and maintain office equipment and supplies

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Church Choir Director, April 2013 - 2022

  • Direct group at rehearsals and live performances

  • Plan and schedule rehearsals and performances

Solo and Ensemble Festival Coordinator/Scheduler

  Utah High School Activities Association for Region 12, Jan 2014 - Mar 2015

  • Obtain participant information for approximately 200 musical performances, schedule individual and group performances in assigned rooms, input and post scores from all events, manage a team of parent volunteers

  • Correspond with choir teachers and band directors regarding scheduling and event information

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