Heather Strong, M.A.
Atwater,CA
Summary
Versatile Educator and Researcher, adept in both one-on-one childcare and academic settings, with a focus on individualized learning strategies and comprehensive child development. Excelled in qualitative and quantitative research methods at California State University, Stanislaus, enhancing data analysis proficiency and scientific communication skills. Skilled Proofreader and Editor with a strong attention to detail. Creative professional with extensive experience in the visual and musical arts, with an emphasis in producing and editing high quality video content.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Provider
Self-Employed
Merced
08.2017 - Current
- Created an atmosphere that was stimulating, encouraging, supportive, respectful and fun
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behaviors in children
- Created developmentally appropriate educational and social-emotional curriculum
- Developed individualized care plans to meet the needs of each child, including special needs children and children with behavioral and emotional dysfunction
- Discovered signs of emotional or developmental troubles in children to communicate concerns to parents.
Videographer, Editor, and Actor
Strong World Films
Atwater
06.2010 - Current
- Developed an extensive knowledge of camera settings such as shutter speed, white balance, and exposure compensation.
- Managed all aspects of video production from pre-production through delivery stages.
- Delivered projects on time while adhering to strict deadlines under pressure.
- Combined video, audio, and graphics to convey each story.
- Efficiently edited video and audio using Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Audition.
- Created eye-catching thumbnails for YouTube videos using Adobe Photoshop.
Adjunct Lecturer
California State University, Stanislaus
Turlock
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Developed and taught classes in Experimental Research Methods and Design, and Hormones and Human Behavior for undergraduate students
- Assessed student performance through examinations, papers, projects and presentations
- Created innovative teaching strategies that engaged students and promoted student success.
Psychology Research Assistant
California State University, Stanislaus
Turlock
08.2010 - 06.2015
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines for each project
- Supervised undergraduate students who were working on research projects under my guidance
- Collaborated with faculty members and other research assistants to design experiments, analyze data, and interpret results
- Analyzed quantitative datasets using statistical software packages such as SPSS
- Prepared, manipulated, and managed extensive databases
- Presented findings to other professionals via conference presentations, posters, and papers.
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Psychology
California State University, Stanislaus
06.2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
California State University, Stanislaus
06.2011
Skills
- Lesson Plan Development
- Child Development
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Special Needs Experience
- Attention to Detail
- Delivering Presentations
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research
- Data Analysis
- Scientific Writing
- Strong Editorial Judgment
- Advanced Grammar Knowledge
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Color Grading Knowledge
- Voice-Over Recording and Voice-Acting
- Video Editing Proficiency
- Adobe Creative Suite including Premiere Pro
Certification
First Aid and CPR Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Self-Employed
08.2017 - Current
Adjunct Lecturer
California State University, Stanislaus
08.2015 - 06.2016
Psychology Research Assistant
California State University, Stanislaus
08.2010 - 06.2015
Videographer, Editor, and Actor
Strong World Films
06.2010 - Current
Master of Arts (M.A.) - Psychology
California State University, Stanislaus
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology
California State University, Stanislaus
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