GRACE GERRISH
North Bethesda,Maryland
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
The Kilmer Center
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Impactful, five-week, hands-on experience working with children with physical and mental disabilities
- Tutored students on specific topics and supported their academic growth
- Developed positive relationships with the faculty and students to enhance the learning environment
- Assisted teachers in the classroom by monitoring students, preparing lesson plans, and organizing the classroom
- Proposed a program to recruit additional volunteers to work at the school
Summer Camp Volunteer
The Kilmer Center
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Helped students with physical and intellectual disabilities build social and creative skills and conflict management techniques
- Planned fun activities for the students
- Assisted teachers with the students’ meals and other tasks
Summer Camp Counselor
LiftMeUp!
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Taught children with disabilities equestrian techniques and how to groom and tack a horse
- Engaged in arts and crafts activities with campers
Congressional Intern
Senator Bill Cassidy's Office
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Assisted in the office by answering phone calls and sorting mail from constituents
- Conducted research, composed memos, attended hearings, and prepared notes regarding meetings and hearings
Intern
Water & Stone
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Contributed to research projects aimed at enhancing the understanding of therapeutic techniques and best practices.
- Reviewed journals and various resources to collect information on treatment and therapies for different conditions.
- Observed experienced therapists during sessions, gaining valuable insights into successful therapeutic techniques and approaches.
- Built trust and rapport with different types of therapists in the firm.
Education
High School Diploma -
The Madeira School
McLean, VA05.2024
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- French: Conversational
- Strong organizational and writing skills
- Microsoft Office
- Google Drive
Timeline
Intern
Water & Stone
02.2024 - 03.2024
Summer Camp Counselor
LiftMeUp!
06.2023 - 06.2023
Congressional Intern
Senator Bill Cassidy's Office
02.2023 - 03.2023
Summer Camp Volunteer
The Kilmer Center
06.2022 - 07.2023
Teacher's Assistant
The Kilmer Center
09.2021 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
The Madeira School
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