Grace Perez
Watchung,NJ
Summary
Psychology student with practical experience in child development and mental health research. Proficient in conducting cognitive assessments, facilitating mindfulness activities, and collaborating with participants to advance understanding of psychological principles and promote effective therapeutic support.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
Nanny
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Engaged children in age-appropriate activities to encourage intellectual and motor skills development
- Supported children's engagement in daily activities for development
- Organized engaging indoor and outdoor games
- Ensured children were fed and settled for sleep
- Developed daily schedules to ensure structured routines
Research Assistant
Fairfield University Michael Andreychik, Ph.D.
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Engaged with participants, secured consent, conducted tests, analyzed existing research, and developed symposium presentation to effectively communicate findings.
- Assisted in multiple research projects examining implicit attitudes and burnout among healthcare providers to contribute to understanding of mental health challenges in the field.
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects.
- Assisted in data collection using surveys and questionnaires.
- Organized research materials for easy access and reference.
Child Development Observer
Hall Neighborhood House
Bridgeport, USA
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Completed structured college practicum to observe and analyze child development in social services school setting.
- Monitored and recorded behavioral, social, and cognitive development of children across various classrooms and age groups.
- Applied developmental psychology principles to assess and interpret child behavior in naturalistic environments.
- Collaborated with lab instructors and classroom teachers to evaluate developmental milestones and identify areas for intervention.
- Maintained confidentiality and professionalism in alignment with ethical research and observational practices.
- Assisted in implementing child development initiatives to enhance support services within social services school environment.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience
Fairfield University
Fairfield05-2024
Skills
- Child development assessments
- Child development strategies
- Engaging play activities
- Observational skills
- Data gathering
- Clinical interviews
- Case analysis
- Time management
- Ethical standards
- Active listening
Certification
- Motivational Interviewing Certification
- Registered Behavioral Technician Certification
Timeline
Research Assistant
Fairfield University Michael Andreychik, Ph.D.
09.2023 - 05.2024
Child Development Observer
Hall Neighborhood House
09.2023 - 12.2023
Nanny
Nanny
06.2023 - 06.2024
Bachelor Degree - Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience
Fairfield University