Lisa Claybaugh

Experience

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  Claybaugh Repair & Remodel, Inc.

  Jan 2009 - Oct 2017

  Manager - Sales & Marketing

  • Engaged in networking and promotion of the business at the Chamber of Commerce, business networking groups, and social events to generate new clients and revenue.• Assisted in creating marketing materials and promote the business on social media. • Developed successful customer relationships that resulted in repeat business. • Oversaw the performance of general trade contractors. • Played a critical role in starting the business, establishing policies and procedures, and generating a client base. Show less

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  Miche Bags

  Jun 2011 - Dec 2014

  Managing Director

  •Purchased handbags with interchangeable covers from a distributor to resell at events, private showings, and home parties. •Recruited, led, and motivated sales team, consistently exceeding all recruiting and sales goals that resulted in commission increases and promotions.

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  Let's Play Toy Store

  Aug 2014 - Oct 2017

  Assistant Manager

  •Delivered outstanding customer service in the retail specialty toy store. •Engaged in community outreach, marketing, and sales leadership in absence of the owner.•Developed strong relationships with community businesses to promote store events such as author visits, reading sessions for children, and toy manufacturer demonstrations. •Promoted the store and special events through social media marketing.

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  Washington County Chamber of Commerce

  Oct 2017 - May 2021

  School to Career Specialist

  •Created and facilitated career related learning experiences for hundreds of Washington County high school students which included recruiting professional volunteers for career days, job shadows, work-based learning, career academies, and Internships.•Established close working relationships with city leaders, business community, teachers, counselors, and school administrators.•Managed the mock interview program which consisted of recruiting volunteers, scheduling with schools, creating materials for interviewers, and taking part as a mock interviewer. •Partnered with the City of Hillsboro to recruit applicants and facilitate the Hillsboro Works summer internship program.•Collaborated with the School to Career team and community to create the first-ever Spanish language career day.•Developed alternative career learning opportunities in response to COVID-19 restrictions, by offering students live online experiences via Zoom. Show less

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  Beaverton School District

  Oct 2021 - Jan 2022

  Para Educator - Substitute
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  Beaverton School District - Beaverton Academy of Science & Engineering BASE

  Jan 2022 - Dec 2022

  Para Educator - Graduation Mentor

  •Supported a caseload of 30+ students from diverse backgrounds towards high school graduation using a trauma informed approach and motivational interviewing.•Established personal relationships with each student while modeling positive behavior and promoting a growth mindset. Helped them with organization, class engagement, task completion, post high school career planning, and connecting them to necessary resources and supports to promote academic success.•Collaborated regularly with teachers, counselors, families, social workers, and administration.•Created and maintained a data collection system to track student progress and document contact with students, teachers, and families. Show less

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  Portland Community College

  Jan 2023 - Apr 2023

  Career Pathways & STEP College Success /Career Coach

  •Contacted referrals to the Career Pathways & STEP grant program to explain program goals, coaching services, eligibility, and funding. •Conducted intake interviews for new students assisting them with college admissions, STEP program assessments, college and career plans, registration, financial aid, and grant applications.•Provided case management for students which included grant funding approval and documentation, maintaining detailed case notes, supply purchasing, and college success/career coaching.•Prepared a cohort of 17 English language learners for job placement by assisting them with resume and cover letter creation, job interview preparation, and conducting mock interviews. Show less

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  Freelance

  Jun 2023 - now

  Career Services Provider / Career Coach
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  Portland Community College

  Sept 2023 - Mar 2024

  College Success & Career Coach Career Pathways

  •Coached and mentored a cohort of 27 English language learners throughout a 6-month Intensive English Training and Welding program.•Facilitated access to resources and support services to help students overcome barriers and successfully complete the program.•Designed and delivered workshops on job search strategies, resume writing, and cover letter preparation.•Conducted mock interviews and provided personalized coaching to enhance students' interview skills and confidence.•Actively assisted students in navigating job placement opportunities, fostering successful transitions from training to employment. Show less