Fostered emotional well-being through active listening, validation, and encouragement during difficult moments or transitions.
Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Special Education Intern
Bellcate School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Supported students' social-emotional development through maintaining open communication with teachers and caregivers
Provided one-on-one support to students with specific learning and emotional regulation challenges
Assisted teachers in applying behavior management strategies for students individual needs
Preschool Intern
Edmunds School
01.2022 - 05.2024
Contributed to a safe and nurturing environment for preschoolers through applying the practices of unconditional positive regard
Provided individualized support to students with special needs under the direction of the lead teacher.
Facilitated outdoor playtime to encourage physical activity while monitoring safety at all times.
Assisted with snack preparation and clean-up duties while enforcing proper hygiene practices among preschoolers.
Social Justice in the Outdoors Instructor
University Of Vermont Outing Club
09.2022 - 04.2023
Led discussions about social justice in the outdoors and recreating responsibly
Presented information about how social injustice, discrimination and white supremacy can appear in the outdoor community and solutions to address this
Organized and led outdoor trips for women and people living with disabilities
Mental Health Outdoor Trip Leader
Devin Farkas
08.2022 - 08.2023
Led first year college students on week long trips, focusing on mental health and adjusting to new changes and college
Organized group discussions and activities to support students comfortability and strengthen sense of community
Worked alongside co leader to plan routes, meals and gear needs to ensure group safety and wellbeing
Performed one on one mental health check ins during trips and offered emotional support when needed
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Betsy Hoza
12.2023 - 05.2024
Assisted with data collection and recordation for research focusing on the effects of physical activity in early childhood education on ADHD and ASD.
Created a research based training program for future preschool interns, providing solutions for common issues that occur when working with children with ADHD/ASD.
Conducted fieldwork with other undergraduate research assistants, maintaining collaborative communication
Participated in lab meetings, project presentations and open discussions about issues and solutions surrounding working with young children
Teachers Assistant for Psychopathology
University of Vermont
08.2023 - 12.2023
Assisted in group discussions focusing on mental health stigma and systemic oppression in mental health care.
Led a book group on Crazy Like Us: The Globalization of the American Psyche, engaging in conversations on how the western ideas surrounding mental health have impacted different cultures.
Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students and additional support.
Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.