Conducted literature reviews and synthesized findings to create comprehensive research reports, effectively placing and understanding our findings in the context of the greater world.
Communicated with a team of undergraduates, a masters student, and our PhD to ensure deadlines were met and all research was conducted in a manner conducive with IRB regulations and University standards.
Created presentations summarizing key findings from experiments to present at the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Conference.
Engaged with head-mounted eye-tracking software to collect data.
Interacted with parents and children in the lab and throughout the community at recruiting events, making them comfortable and communicating effectively.
Babysitter & Tutor
Various Employers
Birmingham, AL
05.2018 - Current
Engaged with children aged 4-16 on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Organized creative and academic activities to develop children's physical, emotional, cognitive, and social growth.
Enforced knowledge of reading, math, and fine arts to encourage intellectual development.
Worked successfully with diverse families to accomplish goals and address concerns, weaknesses, successes, and changes.
Identified gaps in students' knowledge and developed targeted lessons to address these areas.
Created engaging learning materials and exercises to facilitate understanding and retention.
Preschool Teacher
Magnolia Learning Academy
Aledo, TX
05.2024 - 08.2024
Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Followed a FrogStreet curriculum and created supplemental activities designed to maximize developmentally appropriate learningto maximize learning for students ages 2-6.
Discussed milestones, behaviors, and learning with families and students at drop-off, throughout the day, and at pick-up, setting clear classroom expectations.
Adapted instructional methods based on individual student needs and development.
Communicated effectively with guardians and coworkers about children's development, successes, and struggles.
Committed to fostering a positive classroom where every child felt valued and encouraged to learn and grow.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences - Human Development And Family Studies, Pre-Medical
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
05-2027
Skills
First Aid Certification
Issued: Sept 2020
Renewed: May 2024
CPR Certification
Issued: Sept 2020
Renewed: May 2024
Bloodborne Pathogens Awareness
Issued: Jan 2024
Child Maltreatment: A Guide for Child Care Professionals
Issued: May 2024
Brain Development, Sudden Infantile Death Syndrome, and Abusive Head Trauma: Shaken Baby Syndrome
Issued: May 2024
Safe Sleep: Reducing the Risk of Sleep Related Infant Death in Childcare
Issued: May 2024
Organizations, Activities, and Honors
Blount Scholars Program - Ambassador, Mentor, and Historian
Kappa Alpha Theta - Scholarship Mentor, New Member Affinity Leader, and UA Miracle Team Lead
Marketing Coordinator and Social Media Director at Anchor Marketing And DesignMarketing Coordinator and Social Media Director at Anchor Marketing And Design