Lakot Lakang
Berea College
Louisville,KY
3
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented professional with strong skills in safety compliance and time management. Experienced in supervising teams and coordinating site operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and enhancing project efficiency.
Work History
Woods Laboratory Teaching Assistant
2 Years 4 Months- Assisted in preparation and organization of laboratory materials for hands-on experiments.
- Supported faculty in conducting laboratory demonstrations, enhancing student understanding of concepts.
- Coordinated lab sessions, ensuring equipment functionality and readiness for student use.
- Developed instructional materials to facilitate student engagement and comprehension during labs.
- Developed and delivered instructional sessions focused on safety protocols and operational techniques for various woodworking equipment.
- Educated users on advanced woodworking techniques and finishing methods to enhance craftsmanship and product quality.
- Oversaw the organization and upkeep of materials, tools, and equipment to support effective class demonstrations and workshop activities.
- Monitored compliance with safety standards and provided direct support to ensure effective equipment usage and risk reduction.
- Guided students in the development and modification of project designs, focusing on effective material selection and adherence to manufacturing specifications.
- Assisted users in identifying suitable wood species and finishing equipment to achieve superior quality and visual appeal in projects.
- Guided students in the setup and operation of CNC machines, ensuring successful transformation of design ideas into tangible wood products.
- Conducted comprehensive technical training and offered support to assist individuals in developing woodworking proficiency.
- Helped teach over 70 students annually.
Berea Kids Eats Site Supervisor
3 Months- Oversaw and facilitated educational activities promoting nutrition, healthy eating, cooking, and gardening practices.
- Managed daily upkeep of community garden, encompassing planting, watering, harvesting, and overall operational support.
- Managed the preparation and distribution of essential materials, supplies, and equipment to support seamless mobile meal service operations.
- Coordinated efforts with site supervisors to uphold USDA standards while delivering mobile summer food service program to children in Berea, Kentucky.
- Monitored and organized daily participation and meal service data through Cartwheel software, maintaining adherence to USDA compliance guidelines.
- Implemented systematic monitoring of food temperatures during service to guarantee compliance with safety protocols.
- Investigated attendance trends and instituted measures to decrease food waste and bolster operational efficiency during times of reduced participation.
- Cultivated strong relationships with children, families, and community members to enhance program engagement.
- Helped deliver over 11 thousands meals to fight child hunger in Berea, Kentucky.
Research Assistant
3 Months- Worked alongside a Chinese language professor and research interns to develop an innovative podcast that integrates perform cultural approach into the teaching of Chinese language.
- Conducted a detailed research study with 30 participants, focusing on the Perform Chinese podcast's effectiveness as a language-learning tool through participant feedback and learning outcome analysis.
- Conducted comprehensive research on language-learning podcasts and assessed instructional methodologies to enhance language acquisition strategies.
- Examined learner preferences and their influence on language acquisition and engagement through a detailed research paper based on findings from the Perform Chinese podcast project.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Technology And Applied Design
- Relevant Coursework: Design and Documentation, Design Production in Woods, Graphic Communication and Design, Materials Processing and Testing, Electricity and Electronics, Power and Energy Technology, Ecological Design, Advanced Design Production in Woods, Advanced Power and Energy Systems and Research in Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
- Relevant Coursework: Sociological Theory, Cultural Diversity in the Modern World, Modern Social Problems, Sociology for Everyday Life, Social Statistics, Diverse Sociological Perspectives, Methods of Social Research, Cultural Anthropology, Community Analysis: Appalachian Cases, Sociological Methods in Action and Introduction to Race in America.
Skills
Revit
Inventor
Mastercam
Microsoft Office
Team supervision
Site coordination
Site safety
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Problem-solving
Data collection
Quantitative and qualitative analysis
Lab equipment maintenance
Timeline
Berea Kids Eats Site Supervisor
Grow Appalachia
05.2024 - 08.2024Read More
Woods Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Berea College
08.2022 - 12.2024Read More
Research Assistant
Berea College
05.2022 - 08.2022Read More
Berea College
Bachelor of Science from Technology And Applied Design
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Berea College
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology
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