Kendall Shepherd
Granger,United States
Summary
I am a hardworking and dedicated student, committed to always bringing my best to any situation. I am passionate about supporting and assisting those individuals with disabilities and misfortunes, physical, emotional, and financial, and I work to create a community that supports all individuals. I am empathetic and have excellent communication skills that will help me explore careers in the social service area and speech and language pathway.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
President/ Member
Hand Written Hearts
09.2021 - Current
- Oversee 100 + members in creating personalized cards monthly to deliver to ailing hospitalized children.
- Create and print main messages for cards and obtain materials for each meeting.
- Deliver completed cards to area hospitals.
- Plan, schedule, and relay monthly meetings and pertinent information.
Team Leader/ Team Member
LOG Michiana
09.2021 - Current
- Meet weekly with fellow team leaders to plan and implement weekend retreats.
- Empower team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Facilitate effective communication between team leaders and team members and lead group discussions during weekend retreat.
- Oversee set up, completion, and closure of weekend retreats.
Track and Field Mentor and Participant
Unified Track
02.2022 - Current
- Aid in promoting a culture of inclusion and friendship to peers with and without developmental disabilities.
- Help oversee practices and meets to ensure peers with disabilities feel supported in event participation and are prepared to successfully meet their personal goals.
Babysitter
Local Families
05.2021 - Current
- Currently provide after school care for a non-verbal 10 year old boy and his siblings to assist with safety concerns and meeting physical, emotional and academic needs.
- Implemented consistent routines and rules for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks to help create stability within the home environment.
- Fostered creativity through engaging kids in arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
Volunteer for Puerto Rico Hurricane Relief
Global Works
06.2024 - 06.2024
- One of 20 other teen volunteers representing Global Works positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Encouraged community gardening efforts to promote sustainable living, while working with community members to replant destroyed areas.
- Contributed to building of infrastructure that could withstand future storms and repaired pathways and staircases damaged by hurricanes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn High School
Mishawaka, IN06-2025
Honors and Awards
- National Honors Society
- Academic Honors
- President of Hand Written Hearts
Timeline
Volunteer for Puerto Rico Hurricane Relief
Global Works
06.2024 - 06.2024
Track and Field Mentor and Participant
Unified Track
02.2022 - Current
President/ Member
Hand Written Hearts
09.2021 - Current
Team Leader/ Team Member
LOG Michiana
09.2021 - Current
Babysitter
Local Families
05.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Penn High School
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