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Elyssa Peters

Music And Philosophy Student
Chicago,IL

Summary

Hardworking and dedicated student with strong work ethic and resourcefulness. Excels in creativity and exemplifies composure under pressure, dependability, and a deep commitment to engaging community.

Overview

4
years of professional experience

Work History

Trinity Christian College
Palos Heights, IL

Campus Ministries Leader
08.2022 - 05.2023

Job overview

  • Coordinated music and service plans for twice-weekly chapel services.
  • Led as vocalist and instrumentalist in traditional and contemporary styles of worship music.
  • Collaborated with students and faculty in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helping congregants develop sense of belonging.

Bethshan Association
Palos Heights, IL

Direct Service Professional
09.2021 - 05.2023

Job overview

  • Assisted individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provided support in daily living activities, including personal care, mentorship, engagement, and safety.
  • Managed administrative duties, such as charting, initial overview of daily job tasks, overseeing 5-6 residents per day, and daily debriefing of outcomes.
  • Supported residents through individual therapy plans.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.

Fourth Presbyterian Church
Chicago, IL

Intern
06.2023 - 08.2023

Job overview

  • Collaborated in setting up 8 weekly concerts, accommodating guest artists, and engaging community.
  • Accompanied 4 morning services on piano.
  • Gathered, organized, and input information into digital database for music archives.

Self-employed
Chicago, IL

Teacher, Private Music Lessons
07.2020 - 06.2022

Job overview

  • Assisted 5 beginner-level students in learning piano and viola.
  • Planned and prepared individual music lessons each week to support student needs.
  • Motivated students to practice music by offering positive reinforcement and encouraging progress.

Trinity Christian College
Palos Heights, IL

Undergraduate Learning Assistant
01.2022 - 05.2022

Job overview

  • Philosophical Perspectives in Worldview (Spring 2022); Longing for a Good Home (Fall 2023)
  • Supported interaction among 20+ students during group work activities using guided conversation.
  • Honored confidentiality to safeguard students' private information.
  • Monitored progress of students and adjusted instructional strategies to meet specific needs more efficiently.

Self-Employed
Chicago, IL

Private Home Care Provider
08.2019 - 12.2021

Job overview

  • Ensured professionalized home care to one senior citizen and two families with children, prioritizing clients' safety and well-being.
  • Kept tidy workspace environment and helped facilitate numerous organizational projects.
  • Educated students in musical proficiency and tutored children in specific areas of need, including elementary English, mathematics, and history.

Bethshan Association
Palos Heights, IL

Housekeeper
07.2020 - 07.2021

Job overview

  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in 10+ offices, multiple common areas, and 25 private living areas by vacuuming, dusting, and doing laundry.
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Engaged with residents and staff on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.

Skills

    Professional communication

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Education

Trinity Christian College
Palos Heights, IL

Bachelor of Arts from Music And Philosophy
08.2021 - Current

University Overview

  • 3.8 GPA
  • Sandra Zylstra Music Scholarship Recipient
  • Music Leadership Scholarship Recipient
  • Martin & Janet Ozinga Memorial Scholarship Recipient
  • Study Abroad: University of Oxford, Anticipated 2024
  • Study Abroad: Chicago Semester, 2023
  • Honors Program, 2021-2025
  • Diversity Scholar, 2021-2025
  • Dean's List: Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Fall 2022, Spring 2023
  • Peer Ministry Scholar, 2021-2022

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