KATHRYN BARTON

406 Walnut Street 814-937-2047

Hollidaysburg, PA 16648 kab5405@psu.edu

EDUCATION

The Pennsylvania State University Anticipated Graduation May 2011

B.S. Life Science, Minor in History
Relevant Courses: Mammalian Anatomy, Human Physiology, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry,
Biochemistry, Neuro-Behavioral Psychology, Technical Writing, Physics
EXPERIENCE

John Sweeney Physical Therapy, Oreland PA November 2007-May 2009

Physical Therapy Aide
 Monitor patients during exercises
 Aide in evaluations

Blue Knob Resort, Claysburg PA January 2006-Present

Professional Ski Instructor
 Licensed Level 1 ski instructor by PSIA
 Hold private and group ski lessons, teaching fundamentals to beginner and intermediate level children

Holliday Dance, Hollidaysburg PA September 2003-Present

Substitute Dance Instructor
 Teach Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, and pre and beginners Pointe at the beginner and intermediate levels
 Choreograph dances used in classroom instruction and dance recitals

Dance Shop, Altoona PA August 2005-Present

Floor Representative
 Effectively sell dance accessories and attire, engaging in friendly and accommodating customer service
 Efficiently process transactions, including phone and on-line purchases
 Correctly fit specialized dance shoes, taking into account type of shoe and level of dancer

VOLUNTEER

Learning Express Preschool, Altoona PA June 2000-Present

Personal Care Aide
 Assist Physical Therapist in meeting with individuals and working to improve developmental issues
 Provide personalized care to children with disabilities, while assessing their abilities and issues
 Plan and implement group activities designed to promote learning and preparation for pre-school

Physical Therapy One, Portage Michigan June 2009- July 2009

Internship
 Observed DPT evaluate and treat patients
 Assisted billing of insurance companies in the front office
 Discussed possible treatment plans with DPT and PTA

The National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda MD September 2006

Physical Therapy Aide
 Worked with soldiers with varied injuries
 Aided patients in the Cardiology, Neurology, Inpatient, and ICU wards
 Learned and used terminology to examine patients