Gabriella Garofalo
Mandeville,LA
Summary
Resident Assistant with over a year of experience working with freshman students in both a residential hall and an apartment style community. Strong in conflict resolution, community programming, and mentoring new staff. Balances a STEM major course load with Resident Assistant responsibilities, which demonstrate strong time management skills. Works well with others to build an engaged community for residents and is prepared to take on a Hall Director role through staff leadership and community management.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Assistant
Louisiana Tech University Department Of Residential Life
Ruston, LA
01.2025 - Current
- Facilitated community programs to enhance resident engagement and community involvement.
- Assisted residents with conflict resolution, promoting a positive living environment.
- Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal or academic issues.
- Mentored new Resident Assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for managing various situations.
Server
Desi Vega's Steakhouse on the Northshore
Covington, LA
07.2023 - 08.2025
- Delivered exceptional dining experiences by providing attentive and personalized service to guests.
- Handled guest inquiries and resolved issues promptly to enhance overall dining experience.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
Team Lead
Main Squeeze Juice Co.
Mandeville, LA
02.2022 - 07.2023
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance performance and efficiency.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork and open communication.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA05-2028
High School Diploma -
Fontainebleau High School
Mandeville, LA05-2024
Skills
- Time management
- Activity planning
- Relationship building
- Resident engagement
- Advocate
- Residential support
- Conflict de-escalation
- Staff communication
Timeline
Resident Assistant
Louisiana Tech University Department Of Residential Life
01.2025 - Current
Server
Desi Vega's Steakhouse on the Northshore
07.2023 - 08.2025
Team Lead
Main Squeeze Juice Co.
02.2022 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Louisiana Tech University
High School Diploma -
Fontainebleau High School