Lydia Mankus

Recent English graduate with a Professional Writing minor and experience in grant writing, educational support, advocacy, and customer service. Skilled in written communication, document review, research, and relationship building. Experienced working in diverse populations, including individuals with disabilities, and committed to service-oriented work in legal aid, human resources, and nonprofit settings.

Paraeducator, 7th Grade - Southern Delaware School of the Arts

(2025-10)

• Provide individualized academic and behavioral support to a middle school student with autism in a general education setting.
• Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations and promote positive student outcomes.
• Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and families to support educational and behavioral goals.

Grant Summary Writer - Kasa Medical Collection Start-Up, Samkon Gado - Hybrid, Remote Lynchburg VA

(2024-03 - 2024-05)

• Reviewed grant proposals, marketing materials, presentations, and organizational documents to identify key strategic objectives.
• Analyzed and synthesized complex information into concise written summaries for stakeholders.
• Produced mission-focused narrative content highlighting organizational strengths and funding priorities.

Special Education TA, Course Auditor - Liberty University - Remote

(2023-09 - 2023-12)

• Course audited for Liberty University's Special ED department.
• Worked in a small group to find and troubleshoot existing issues falling short of Virginia education standards.
• Compiled overview of both online and in-person courses in order to best challenge student and demonstrate the differences in remote and hands-on education.

Lead Cook - Hightide Coffee and Bowls - Fenwick Island DE

(2023-05 - 2025-10)

• Working in a team-based environment to provide food, great customer service, a clean and organized environment, and problem solve

Grant Writing - St. Georges Vocational High School - Middletown DE

(2021-03 - 2021-03)

• Researched grant opportunities and authored a successful grant proposal to the Rachael Ray Foundation.
• Secured $5,000 in funding to support culinary education and program resources.

Bachelor of Arts and Sciences - English - Liberty University (2022-08 - 2026-05)

High School Diploma - St. Georges Technical High School (2018-08 - 2022-05)