Emma Grahovac
Manhattan,IL
Summary
Passionate School Social Work Intern committed to individual student success and a thriving school community. Determined to help all students thrive in individual and community settings. Hardworking and enthusiastic with innovative problem-solving and listening skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Board Member
Child Protection Network
10.2023 - Current
- Supported fellow board members in strategic planning efforts.
- Assisted in budgetary decision-making processes in providing financial resources to local agencies engaged in fighting child abuse and neglect..
- Actively participated in committee meetings, providing valuable input for policy reviews and revisions.
- Volunteered for organization sponsored events that support the treatment and prevention of child abuse and neglect in central illinois.
Teacher's Assistant
Tiny Treasures Child Care Center
05.2020 - Current
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Supervised children during class and on field trips.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
Education
No Degree - Social Work
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05.2025
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Way West High School
New Lenox, IL05.2021
Skills
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Program evaluation
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Public speaking
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Community outreach
- Volunteer coordination
- Fundraising abilities
- Student Advocacy
- Goal Setting
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Board Member
Child Protection Network
10.2023 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Tiny Treasures Child Care Center
05.2020 - Current
No Degree - Social Work
Illinois State University
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Way West High School