Cassidy Smith
Bourbonnais,IL
Summary
Special Education major that is exceptionally dedicated, flexible, and resourceful. Highly motivated to create professional relationships with students and their parents. A self-directed individual with motivation to create a warm, safe classroom environment. Skilled in organization, problem solving and caring for others.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Ministry Leader for "Imago Dei"
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL
01.2024 - Current
- Led a ministry where we partnered with an organization in the community to plan events with adults with disabilities and Olivet students.
- Coordinated with my two co-leaders to have weekly meetings dedicated to planning our events.
- Established relationships with local businesses in order to partner with them.
Volunteer Tutoring Program for Teens
Kankakee Public Library
Kankakee, IL
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Taught math to middle and high school students who needed assistance with their schoolwork.
Short Term Missions Trip
Shalom Project
Dominican Republic
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Helped teach English to High School students.
Children's Gymnastics Coach
Naperville Gymnastics and Forthill Activity Center
Naperville, IL
02.2021 - 08.2023
- Coached children's gymnastics lessons (ages 2-12).
- Conducted regular evaluations to assess student progress, identify areas for improvement and adjust training plans accordingly.
- Motivated children to reach their full potential while encouraging them to maintain a positive attitude.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL05-2026
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Parent Communication
- Analytical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Self Motivation
- Teaching and instruction
- Strong Work Ethic
Field Experience
Bradley West Elementary School, Bourbonnais IL, Fall 2024-Spring 2025
- Fourth and fifth grade resource classroom.
- Activities: Taught three consecutive reading comprehension lessons to a fifth grade student
Manteno Elementary School, Manteno IL
- First, second, and third grade self-contained classroom.
- Activities: Taught two 1 hour long math lessons to a second grade student.
Timeline
Volunteer Tutoring Program for Teens
Kankakee Public Library
09.2024 - 10.2024
Short Term Missions Trip
Shalom Project
03.2024 - 03.2024
Student Ministry Leader for "Imago Dei"
Olivet Nazarene University
01.2024 - Current
Children's Gymnastics Coach
Naperville Gymnastics and Forthill Activity Center
02.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Olivet Nazarene University
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