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Rockingham County, Nc

• Consult with a recess team at five schools in Rockingham County to promote a self sustainable and safe recess.• Adapt to the needs of each school, assist in goal setting and monitoring program progress, and communicate clearly to school officials and Playworks staff regarding these advancements.• Organize and teach social emotional skills and conflict resolution through activities for students 3-12 years old. • Demonstrate and promote an environment that models and supports trust, inclusion, and positivity in five diverse elementary schools.• Raise awareness of the importance of play and physical activity within the school system and in the development of children to improve community and school culture.• Develop five Junior Coach Leadership Programs that meet after school once a week. Teach Junior Coaches leadership skills, activities, and help them evolve into leaders on the playground for their peers.

Eden, North Carolina

• Organize and teach social emotional skills and conflict resolution through activities for students 3-12 years old. • Promote an environment that models and supports trust, inclusion, and positivity in a diverse school.• Raise awareness of the importance of play and physical activity within the school system and in the development of children to improve community and school culture.• Develop a Junior Coach Leadership Program that meets after school once a week. Teach Junior Coaches leadership skills, activities, and help them evolve into leaders on the playground for their peers.

• Taught 25-30 minute English lessons to Chinese students ages 4-12 on an online platform using an interactive powerpoint, total physical response, clear communication, and suitable expression.• Assessed student’s learning and provide feedback to parents and future teachers after each lesson.• Simplified lesson content for early learners and extend content for advanced learners.

Portland, Maine Area

• Communicate frequently in-person, email, and phone with students and parents regarding confidential and often sensitive financial information.• Review and organize verification documents and other paperwork while paying close attention to detail.• Train full-time new hires and Federal Work-Study employees on computer programs, including Microsoft Office and Banner by Ellucian, daily tasks, andfinancial aid processes.Designed posters, bulletin boards, training pamphlets, etc.

Biddeford, Maine

• Mentored international and ethnically diverse students as well as those who have shown interest in studying abroad, using self-reflection activities, service learning, and team-building retreats.• Created a living environment to cater to the needs of cultural adjustment and acceptance of diverse norms and customs of those living in the community.

Biddeford, Maine And Tangier, Morocco

• Acted as a role model to 30 - 50 residents for the academic school year and summer sessions by demonstrating active involvement, scholarship, and mature interpersonal skills.• Resolved conflicts through a mediation process, created an environment that supported academic growth, and enforced University policies.• Designed and managed non-formal educational programs to encourage involvement, promote diversity, and educate students on topics such as healthy lifestyles, social justice, and diversity and inclusion.• Created large area-wide and campus-wide events to promote school spirit,• Maintained an open channel of communication and acted as a viable member of the team.

Biddeford, Maine

• Fielded phone calls, assisted in hiring process of professional staff members, and organized essential room keys for students.• Managed the communication chain between the office and Residential Advisors by publishing newsletters.• Collaborated with professional staff and other leaders to have an organized and safe Summer Orientation.

Biddeford, Maine And Tangier, Morocco

• Supported college students to learn difficult information through engaging activities. • Maintained a clean and safe working environment within the laboratories.

Frenchville, Maine

• Waited tables, trained new employees, and operated register and credit card machine, assisted in restock, cleaning, and other various tasks in the restaurant.• Worked with a team to ensure food regulation and customer satisfaction.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Teaching - Secondary Science

Bachelor’S Degree, 3.93, Health, Wellness, And Occupational Studies With A Minor In Psychology

Activities and Societies: Alpha Chi National College Honor Society, PSI CHI International Honor Society, Dance Team, Club Sports Council.