Mallory Wood

mswood@ufl.edu (813) 215-3641 1015 SW 7th Ave. Apt. 105 Gainesville, FL 32601
OBJECTIVE
To obtain acceptance at a graduate level social work program in pursuit of my career goals, to support and
assist children and families in need.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Family, Youth, and Community Sciences
May 2017
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
GPA: 3.95/4.00
Relevant Coursework: Foundations of Youth Development, Parenting and Family Development,
Family Problems and Interventions, Youth Problems and Solutions
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Child Advocacy Center
Development and Special Events Intern
May 2016 August 2016
Assisted in the planning and hosting of major events, including Taste of Gainesville, Wing Bowl, and
Gainesville Gone Austin.
Managed donor records through data entry in the eTapestry system and donor recognition via
Constant Contact and person, handwritten letters.
Solicited silent auction donations and sponsorships from local and national companies.
Produced the 2015 Annual Report for the Child Advocacy Center, Inc.
URJ Camp Coleman
Counselor
June 2012 August 2015
Supervised a cabin of 12 girls, ranging in age from 8-11 years of age, with a co-counselor as the girls
participated in activities including sports, arts and crafts, and culture for four consecutive summers.
Developed and implemented programs for youth, from 8-11 years of age, related to gender
stereotypes and cultural knowledge.
Created and executed programs for staff related to youth engagement and teachable moments.
Temple Shir Shalom
Sunday School Teacher
August 2014 January 2015
Wrote and implemented lesson plans on a weekly basis addressing Hebrew and Judaic content.
Mentored 4th and 5th grade students in their Jewish learning.
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
Dance Marathon at the University of Florida
Family Relations Captain
September 2014 Present
Served as a liaison between the Miracle Families who benefit from Dance Marathons fundraising
efforts and University of Florida organizations that participate in the event to arrange events and
meetings where the two groups could share their stories.
Fundraised more than $8,000 personally over the course of 4 years.
Assistant Director of Family Communication
September 2015 March 2016
Organized the collection and distribution of pen pal letters through monthly communication with
organization delegates, as well as collaboration with the UF Health Office of Development.
Collaborated with a team of Family Relations and Creative Development Captains to create and
distribute a monthly newsletter to the Miracle Families.

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mswood@ufl.edu (813) 215-3641 1015 SW 7th Ave. Apt. 105 Gainesville, FL 32601
Honors Ambassadors
University of Florida Honors Program Ambassador
January 2013 April 2016
Represented the University of Florida Honors Program through regular tours for prospective students
and their families.
Collaborated with other Ambassadors to create presentations discussing Social Science majors and
leadership opportunities for current Honors students at Honors Visitation Day and the Honors
Involvement Conference.
VOLUNTEERING
Girls Place
Volunteer
September 2015 December 2015
Collaborated with counselors to supervise girls in the red group, entering 2nd and 3rd grade, in the
after school program.
Assisted girls in homework and activity completion two days a week.
Wiles Elementary School
Classroom Volunteer
August 2013 April 2014
Assisted in a 3rd grade classroom with grading homework assignments and tests, lesson plans related
to reading comprehension, and center activities focused on reading and writing abilities.
Mentored at-risk reading students in K-5th grade by engaging in grammar, reading, and writing
activities.
PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
Lake Forest Elementary School
University of Florida Literacy Initiative Tutor
January 2015 April 2015
Trained in University of Florida Literacy Initiative (UFLI) program to facilitate education for at-risk
reading and writing students.
Implemented the UFLI program at Lake Forest Elementary School, mentoring a 1st grade boy in
developing literacy skills.
Shadowed a special education teacher and assisted with the implementation of lesson plans related to
literacy and reading comprehension.
Kids Count
Math and Reading Tutor
September 2014 December 2014
Tutored a 2nd grade female student in mathematics and literacy, including reading ability and reading
comprehension.
Engaged in play activities with students at the after school program.
SKILLS
Leadership, collaboration, written communication, oral communication, teaching, community outreach,
event planning, program development, fundraising
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
University of Florida Literacy Initiative Tutor
Anderson Scholar
Recognized for academic achievement in the College of Education.
Gators of Tomorrow
Recognized as one of the top 25 freshman leaders at the University of Florida.

Spring 2015
Spring 2015
Spring 2013