EDUCATION
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University of Rhode Island, Kingstown, RI August 2016
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Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies, Cum Laude
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Minor in General Business
Related Coursework:
Perspectives on Parenting Adolescent Growth & Development
Family & Community Health Death, Dying, & Bereavement
Family Life Education Lifespan Development I & II
Introduction to Counseling Law and Families in the U.S.
The American College of Greece, Athens, Greece Summer 2014
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Study Abroad Program
WORK EXPERIENCE
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Teacher's Assistant Internship, Building Blocks Early Learning Center, Stamford, CT June 2016-Present
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Responsible for maintaining safety and health of all children, including hygiene
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Responsible for observing children in the classroom, monitor and interact with the children, use developmentally appropriate communication to promote cognitive skill-building
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Assist in the creative curriculum goals and objectives & State of Connecticut Preschool Assessment Framework
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Teacher’s Assistant, A Place to Grow, Wakefield, RI Sept. 2013 – May 2014
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Assisted the lead teacher in planning and maintaining a safe, clean, learning environment and assured the well-being and safety of the children in my care
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Assisted lead teacher in classroom instruction for children ages two-five years old
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Assisted lead teacher with curriculum development and lesson planning activities
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Implemented the core curriculum for pre-K children in the absence of lead teacher
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Observed each child’s skills, interests and needs to facilitate individual learning and growth
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Encouraged respectful behavior, positive relationships and effective problem-solving skills
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Provided comfort and encouraged participation with peers to a child with Autism
YMCA, Wilton, CT Sept. 2008-2012
Provided high quality care to children, focusing on YMCA’s core values:
Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Caring
After School Teacher, September 2010 – May 2012
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Organized and implemented daily plans and activities with children grades 3-5
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Supervised children both inside the classroom and outside on the playground to ensure their safety & participated with children in activities to promote involvement
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Communicated with parents daily to build trust and reassurance, discussed and addressed any concerns
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Assisted students with their homework
Camp Counselor, Summer 2010 & 2011
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Implemented weekly schedule for group of 12 1st grade campers, getting to and from each activity in a timely and organized fashion
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Assisted each Activity Specialist in implementing the activity of the day
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Participated with children in activities to promote involvement
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Identified and responded to camper behavior issues and conflict
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Communicated/Reported experiences and concerns with parents and Camp Leadership
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Prepared weekly logs for each camper to take home, highlighting strengths and favorite activities
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Guided Junior Counselors and Counselors in Training to develop a deeper understanding of leadership and counseling skills
Counselor in Training, Summer 2008 & 2009
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Assisted head counselors with implementing activities and encouraged camper participation
OTHER WORK AND COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE
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Hostess, Schoolhouse Restaurant at Cannondale, Wilton, CT July 2015-Sept. 2015, June 2016-Present
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Operated Open Table reservation system
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Prepared menus daily with personalization of party name, ensured menus were clean, requested confirmation from chef that menus were complete
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Greeted guests and patrons personally upon arrival and seated guests
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Ensured all tables were cleared and reset efficiently & assisted in serving cocktails, water, and bread when needed
Relay For Life Participant, American Cancer Association, Wilton, CT 2007-2011
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Relay for Life fundraiser and participant
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ACHIEVEMENTS
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Dean's List Fall 2013-Spring 2016
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Awarded every semester for those who have a semester grade point average of at least 3.30
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SKILLS
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Cooperative team member, dependable, outstanding interpersonal skills, extremely organized, attention to detail, Proficient in Microsoft Office and Open Table reservation system, excel in childcare.