Jessica Anderson
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
A confident and passionate current graduate student who is ambitious, driven, and ready and willing to work hard and learn from professionals. Seeking opprotunities to showcase compassion, understanding, and practical application of theoretical knowledge to improve a diverse array of patient's and population's overall wellbeing while focusing on achieving equitable forms of optimal health.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN
09.2024 - Current
- Managing deadlines in a timely manner to grade exams, assignments, and essays, to deeply analyze students' understanding of course material, while providing constructive feedback that allows students to grow academically.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the varying needs of individual students, creating an accommodating space for students to feel safe and supported.
- Provide one-on-one support for students by holding a weekly office hour, which promotes increased learning and a strong student-instructor relationship.
Brand Ambassador
Cyclebar
Minneapolis, MN
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided customer service and information on Peloton bike safety and management to enhance a rider's exercise experience.
- Social media content creation and merchandise marketing through Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram, to increase brand loyalty and awareness.
Group Exercise Class Instructor
Gustavus Lund Center
Minneapolis, MN
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Independently led and instructed weekly Tabata, HIIT, Yoga, Yogilates, and Step classes for Gustavus students, thus promoting the importance of exercise and enhancing the overall physical well-being of students at Gustavus.
- Demonstrated new skills, techniques, and strategies to help students understand a diverse array of health and skill-related components of fitness, increasing participants' basic and complex knowledge of exercise.
- Instructed students on the proper use of equipment and safety protocols to ensure a reduced risk of injury and awareness of potential hazards for students.
Peer Assistant
Gustavus GustieWELL Office
Minneapolis, MN
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Promoted the aspects and importance of chemical and mental health, stress management, healthy relationships, sleep, nutrition, and physical activity, increasing overall well-being for Gustavus students across campus.
- Provided educational programs and workshops, awareness campaigns, social activities, and assisted students in accessing on-campus health-related resources to advance the knowledge of navigating health for Gustavus students across campus.
Student Intern
Pulse Fitness
Minneapolis, MN
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Trained personal clientele and created personalized fitness programs that ensured and promoted long-term, manageable exercise habits and routines.
- Independently led and instructed weekly group exercise classes that were unique to prevent boredom plateaus, and kept workouts enjoyable and effective for members.
Executive Board
Theta Xi Gamma Sorority
Minneapolis, MN
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Managed various social media platforms, including Instagram and Facebook, to connect with the Greek life, broader Gustavus, and alumni communities.
- Planned detailed recruitment events and recruited new members, which ensured a welcoming environment for potential new members.
- Planned and organized educational and service events for the Greek Life community (200+ members) that educated students on a diverse array of DEI-based topics to ensure a space where everyone feels valued, while fostering positive interactions across diverse backgrounds of Greek Life.
- Reviewed the sorority constitution to suggest and execute revisions that maintain equitable rulings.
Senior Research Project
Gustavus Adolphus College
Minneapolis, MN
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Data collection and analysis to communicate results and findings to an array of readers.
- Maintained accurate records of all project activities, data, and expenses to stay organized, maintain research validity and reliability, and to uphold ethical standards by protecting participant privacy, and safeguarding against potential research misconduct.
- Reviewed various journals, abstracts, and scientific literature to keep abreast of new developments and obtain information regarding previous studies to aid in planning of the study.
- Submitted and gained IRB approval to protect research participants from harm, and ensured that the research was conducted ethically.
Teaching Assistant
Gustavus Health and Exercise Science Department
Minneapolis, MN
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Performed various Yoga and Pilates poses and exercises with progressions and regressions to ensure positive, modifiable options for students, no matter their exercise experience.
- Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to equipment policies and procedures.
- Utilized technology resources such as computers, tablets, projectors, and interactive whiteboards while leading class discussions to aid in student learning.
Dance Class Instructor
Pulse Fitness
Minneapolis, MN
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Independently lead and instructed a 4-week dance class for gym members to enhance studio class type diversity and educate members on the basics of dance.
Research Lab Assistant
Gustavus Psychological Science Department
Minneapolis, MN
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Discussed logistical issues with data collection with other student lab members to help identify potential problems in the data-gathering process, which ensured the quality and reliability of the collected data.
- Worked four hours each week in the lab assisting with data collection which assisted personal knowledge and experience in gaining valuable insights into trends, behaviors, and patterns.
Occupational Therapy Student Intern
Dakota County Learning Center
Minneapolis, MN
06.2021 - 08.2021
- I observed occupational therapists in an educational setting, which provided insight to understand the daily tasks involved, and career exploration.
- Worked with students on physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory components of performance, allowing a foundation for real-world application.
Education
Master of Science - Kinesiology
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MNBachelor of Arts - Exercise Physiology
Gustavus Adolphus College
05.2023
Skills
Skills:
- Experience in fitness testing, program design, personal training, and planning/coordinating personalized exercise prescriptions
- Strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology, fitness equipment, and safety with and without equipment
- Give presentations for various audiences in a research conference, an academic classroom, and a fitness studio setting
- Self-motivated, and able to work independently and as part of a team
- Detail-oriented, with exceptional problem-solving skills, and displays patience and excellent communication skills
- Able to maintain close relationships with clients while showing professionalism
Research Technologies
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
- SAS, SPSS
- Qualtrics
Professional Social Media Technologies
- TikTok
Creative Technologies
- Canvas
Trainings:
- ACE Group Fitness Instructor
- CPR/AED
- CITI Social and Behavioral Research
- NASPA Peer Educator
- Class D driver's license
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
09.2024 - Current
Group Exercise Class Instructor
Gustavus Lund Center
01.2023 - 05.2023
Senior Research Project
Gustavus Adolphus College
09.2022 - 12.2022
Brand Ambassador
Cyclebar
06.2022 - 07.2023
Peer Assistant
Gustavus GustieWELL Office
05.2022 - 05.2023
Dance Class Instructor
Pulse Fitness
04.2022 - 05.2022
Student Intern
Pulse Fitness
01.2022 - 05.2023
Teaching Assistant
Gustavus Health and Exercise Science Department
01.2022 - 12.2022
Executive Board
Theta Xi Gamma Sorority
09.2021 - 05.2023
Research Lab Assistant
Gustavus Psychological Science Department
09.2021 - 12.2021
Occupational Therapy Student Intern
Dakota County Learning Center
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise Physiology
Gustavus Adolphus College
Master of Science - Kinesiology
University of Minnesota
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