Caring and adaptive individual with a strong willingness to learn, grow, and lead. Attentive to instructions and open-minded, fostering creativity and encouraging those around me. Seeking opportunities to grow with peers and lead effectively.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
PreK Teacher
Trinity Lutheran School
Elkhart, Indiana
08.2025 - Current
Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
Facilitated hands-on activities to promote social and emotional development.
Organized classroom environment to support exploration and creativity.
Collaborated with parents to share student progress and address concerns.
Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain positive classroom atmosphere.
Created a positive, nurturing classroom environment that encourages children's exploration and curiosity.
Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children.
CAMP COUSELOR
Mishawaka Parks
Battel Community Center
05.2025 - 08.2025
Worked with children from ages 4-6.
Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities.
Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp's core values.
Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
Assisted in preparing meals and snacks to provide nutritional needs to campers.
Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
RESIDENT ASSISTANT
Bethel University
Mishawaka, IN
08.2022 - 05.2025
Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal or academic issues.
Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
Managed front desk operations during assigned shifts, assisting visitors with inquiries while maintaining accurate records of residence hall activities.
Organized and hosted social and educational events for residents to foster meaningful connections and community spirit.
Assisted with move-in/move-out processes, reducing wait times and ensuring smooth transitions for incoming and outgoing residents.
Organized social events for residents to foster a sense of community and belonging, resulting in increased resident retention.
Grown in confidence, leading residents
Lead Bible studies, fostering the spiritual community within the dorm.
Strengthened relationships among residents, fostering supportive and inclusive community.
INTERN
Nappanee Missionary Church
Nappanee, IN
05.2024 - 08.2024
Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
TEAM MEMBER
Urban Swirl Frozen Yogurt
Mishawaka, IN
05.2021 - 04.2024
Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
Opened the shop, and maintained machines.
Closed the shop, and kept the shop clean throughout a shift.
Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
Continuously checked products for quality assurance according to strict guidelines.
CAMP COUNSELOR
Mishawaka Parks, Battel Community Center
Mishawaka, IN
05.2023 - 08.2023
Worked with children from ages 4-6.
Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities.
Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp's core values.
Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
Assisted in preparing meals and snacks to provide nutritional needs to campers.
Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
INTERN
Grabill Missionary Church
Grabill, IN
05.2022 - 08.2022
Worked with kindergarteners through 5th grade.
Learned how to plan events, and correctly execute them.
Worked closely with church staff, in providing a great experience for attendees of the church.
Got multiple different training sessions on how to better myself as a leader.
Hosted weekly club, and lead kids through a movie.
Went to summer camp with 3rd-5th graders.
Contacted parents and met with my students throughout the summer.
Worked with other interns in setting up events, and other things.
HOUSE CLEANER
Great Housekeeping
Saint Joseph, MI
05.2021 - 08.2021
Created spotless surfaces by dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping.
Mopped hardwood, laminate, ceramic, vinyl, glass, and wood surfaces.
SERVICE CLERK
Family Fare Supermarket
Dowagiac, Michigan
03.2020 - 04.2021
Emptied trash cans and transported waste to collection areas.
Delivered quality customer service to address urgent needs and cleaning requests.
Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Bethel College
Mishawaka, IN
05-2025
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Homeschooled
My Home
Skills
Leadership, People skills, Adaptability, Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Willingness to Learn, Following Instructions, Relationship building, Supportive, Encourager, Empathy