Hardworking and reliable. Proven ability to work independently, solve problems, and learn new things quickly. Flexible and adaptable to new environments. Selfless and able to put the needs and desires of others before my own. Passionate about working with and helping people.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Harnett County Recreation Department Lillington, NC
Volunteer Assistant Softball Coach March 2011 May 2013 Taught required position skills, such as fielding and batting, to players. Provided players with positive feedback and guidance. Performed playing field maintenance and game day preparation.
Community Table Sylva, NC
Food Service Volunteer September 2013- May 2016 Served up to 200 meals to the homeless, helped guests to connect with resources. Volunteered 6 hrs/wk, worked with kitchen director to identify resources. Learned to prepare meals for large numbers, practiced advocacy skills.
Jackson County Animal Shelter Cullowhee, NC
Volunteer October 2014 -December 2014 (Temporary) Care for the animals kept at the shelter by feeding and giving them baths, taking them for walks or playing with them. Assist in cleaning and sanitizing all cages/kennels on a daily basis.
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Camp Merrie-Woode Sapphire, NC
Camp Counselor May 2015 Current Cared for and supervised a cabin of girls, ages 7-17, for ten weeks during the summer Modeled appropriate and positive behavior for campers including teamwork, responsibility and sportsmanship by participating in cabin bonding activities and having a chore chart. Cooperated with other counselors in my immediate cabin and within camp to implement group activities such as camp outs.
Scotts Creek Elementary Sylva, NC
Afterschool Teacher May 2016 Current Care for and supervise kindergarten and first grade students during after school program until parents pick them up. Developed and implemented lesson plans and daily activities that would stimulate growth in language, social and motor skills. Assisted children in Reading, Writing and Math and assured that students completed homework correctly.
Western Carolina University Football Sylva, NC
Football & Athletic Trainer Assistant August 2015 May 2016 Provided assistance for head athletic trainer with players injuries and rehabilitation. Assisted with loading equipment for practices, games, and travel. Facilitated hydration for all football players and coaches.
EDUCATION
Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC
Parks and Recreation Major Previously studied Health & Physical Education Delta Zeta Sorority, Parks & Recreation Club
SPECIALIZED SKILLS & TRAININGS
Computers: Experienced in all Microsoft Office programs
Languages: Fluent English (oral and written) Certified in American Red Cross CPR, AED, & First Aid (2016), WFA (2016) Trainings: BSAC school training, ProSolutions training (2016)