Layah A. Gause
Ft. Washington
Summary
Motivated college student seeking opportunities to gain hands-on experience, apply academic knowledge, and develop professional skills while contributing positively to an organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Seasonal Worker
F.S Taylor & Associates
Upper Marlboro
05.2025 - Current
- Contributed to the evaluation of DC CAPE science assessments by scoring student responses using standardized rubrics, ensuring reliability, attention to detail, and adherence to assessment guidelines while working collaboratively in a professional educational setting.
Owner and creator
Life Is A Grind (L.A.G.) Apparel
01.2020 - Current
- Owner and creator of active sportswear clothing line.
- Create and design men's, women and children's clothing, manage pop-up shop booths, vendor community events and manage social media platforms for advertising.
Sales Associate
BD Rentals & Party Planning
01.2016 - Current
- Duties include customer service representative, event oversight, party attendant, catering and concession machine server, and face painter.
- Setup and break down of various events and moon bounce attendant.
Coach and Dance Instructor
Star Struck Sports
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Duties include planning and leading practice sessions, preparing performance strategies and routines for cheer and dance competition execution, mentor, motivate and encourage team members to maximize their potential and put forth premium effort.
Education
Hampton University - Biology Pre-Med
Hampton University
Hampton, VA05.2028
Oxon Hill High School -
Oxon Hill High School
05.2024
Skills
- Adaptable
- Proactive
- Strong communication skills
- Collaboration skills
- Experienced in fast-paced environments
- Service-oriented
- Passionate about education
- Professional growth
- Making ameaningful impact
- Team-driven work
Volunteer Experience
- WaterView Health & Rehab Center, Volunteer
- Local Food Bank, Volunteer
- Riverside Regional Medical Center, Volunteer
- National Night Out, Volunteer
- MBI Health Services, Volunteer
- Annual Give Back Dinner Local Homeless Shelters (Main holidays Thanksgiving and Christmas)
Honors/Awards/Memberships
- Oxon Hill High School Science & Tech Program, Computer Science, 2020-2024
- Prince George's Community College Dual Enrollment Program
- GEMS Mentor Program
- College Girls Inc.
- HU Med Life
- DMV Pac, Active Member
- Black Girls In White Coats, Active Member
- MAPS Pre-Health, Active Member
- With Love Organization, *Vice President* Active Member
- Big Sister Little Sister Mentoring Program, Active Member
Relevant High School Studies
- A.P. Computer Science
- General Psychology
- Honors English
- Pre-Calculus
Timeline
Seasonal Worker
F.S Taylor & Associates
05.2025 - Current
Owner and creator
Life Is A Grind (L.A.G.) Apparel
01.2020 - Current
Coach and Dance Instructor
Star Struck Sports
01.2020 - 01.2024
Sales Associate
BD Rentals & Party Planning
01.2016 - Current
Hampton University - Biology Pre-Med
Hampton University
Oxon Hill High School -
Oxon Hill High School