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Jonathan Shaffer

Jonathan Shaffer

Portland,OR

Summary

  • Motivated 4th year medical student trained in naturopathic medicine with a particular interest in pediatrics and mental health. I have sought out further training in physical medicine and Ayurveda. Prior to this program I served various roles working with the special needs population for over a decade. I am dedicated to meet my patients with intention and sincerity.
  • Dedicated Teaching Assistant focused on supporting faculty with classroom needs. Successful at maintaining clean and organized supplies, planning activities and leading field trips. Excellent tutor, record keeper and multitasker.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher's Assistant - Pediatrics and Mental Health

NUNM
Portland, OR
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .

Teacher's Assistant - Phys Med

NUNM
Portland, OR
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Teach and model various techniques in physical medicine including grade-5 mobilizations and myofascial release.

Administrative Assistant

NUNM
Portland, OR
09.2018 - 06.2020
  • Monitored enrollment/admittance and facilitated communication for participants at university conferences for continuing education.

Behavioral therapist

Helping Hands
Portland, OR
01.2017 - 09.2018
  • Provided behavioral intervention, monitored structured progress, and taught life-skills to autistic children.

Behavioral Therapist

Building Bridges
Portland, OR
02.2016 - 11.2017
  • Implemented lesson plans and directed socially appropriate behavior for children on the autism spectrum


Docent

Serra
Portland, OR
02.2016 - 09.2016
  • Led patrons on tours and provided education at an herbal boutique.

Education

Doctor (ND) - Naturopathic Medicine

National University of Natural Medicine
Portland, OR
09.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

High Point University
High Point, NC
08.2011 - 02.2016

Skills

    Group and individual instruction

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Certification

CPI Crisis Prevention

Interests

Long-distanced trail running

Horticulture

Backpacking

Kayaking

Developing community

Cooperative economics

Volunteering

November 2017 – June 2020

Operation Nightwatch

· Local non-profit providing nighttime hospitality for Portland's unhoused population to promote dignity, community, and social connection.

Work Availability

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Quote

I owe my success to having listened respectfully to the very best advice, and then going away and doing the exact opposite.
G. K. Chesterton

Timeline

Teacher's Assistant - Pediatrics and Mental Health

NUNM
02.2022 - 06.2022

Teacher's Assistant - Phys Med

NUNM
08.2021 - 12.2021

Administrative Assistant

NUNM
09.2018 - 06.2020

Doctor (ND) - Naturopathic Medicine

National University of Natural Medicine
09.2018 - Current

Behavioral therapist

Helping Hands
01.2017 - 09.2018

Docent

Serra
02.2016 - 09.2016

Behavioral Therapist

Building Bridges
02.2016 - 11.2017

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

High Point University
08.2011 - 02.2016

CPI Crisis Prevention

Jonathan Shaffer