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Karysa Infante

Karysa Infante

Graduate Student | Research Assistant
Magnolia,NJ

Summary

Hello! I am a graduate student and research assistant at The Pennsylvania State University. I have a background in transcription, professional editing, creative writing, and teaching. I am passionate about literature and writing, specifically poetry and non-fiction, and find myself interested in expanding accessibility in these areas. Outside of academia, I have approximately five years of experience working with and caring for children, which is aligned with my aspirations to be a child reading specialist, elementary school teacher, or work in the world of publishing books for young adults.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Intern, The Henry James Letters Project

The Pennsylvania State University
08.2024 - 05.2025

Responsibilities/tasks:

  • Creating transcriptions accurately, quickly, and efficiently
  • Applying analytical skills to decipher complex handwritten documents and
  • Meticulously decoding and digitizing handwritten letters, typescripts, and dictations, ensuring accuracy in preserving Henry James' original intent and style
  • Conducting parallel side-by-side proof reading to ensure alignment with formal editorial and publishing standards
  • Curating historical documents
  • Communicating with the other half of our team at the University of Nebraska

Instructor

The Pennsylvania State University
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Enhanced writing and analytical skills as well as critical thinking.
  • Promoted a positive and safe learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
  • Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
  • Advocated for inclusion of mental health education in curriculum, supporting student well-being.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Developed engaging curriculum.
  • Assessed student progress by giving detailed and honest feedback.
  • Implemented creative teaching methods to enhance student engagement.

Education

Master of Arts - English

The Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Merion Mercy Academy
Merion, PA
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - English

The Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA
05.2001 - 08.2024

Skills

  • Transcription

  • Professional editing

  • Teaching

  • Communication

  • Professionalism

  • Close-reading

  • Adaptability/resourcefulness

  • Creativity

  • Honesty/reliability

  • Empathy

  • Strong work ethic

  • Close attention to detail

Publications

The Complete Letters of Henry James (in progress)

Graduate Thesis: Born Blue (in progress)

Timeline

Intern, The Henry James Letters Project

The Pennsylvania State University
08.2024 - 05.2025

Instructor

The Pennsylvania State University
08.2024 - 12.2024

Master of Arts - English

The Pennsylvania State University
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Merion Mercy Academy
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - English

The Pennsylvania State University
05.2001 - 08.2024
Karysa InfanteGraduate Student | Research Assistant