Marlee Bledsoe
Texarkana
Summary
Driven CMDS student with background as College Athlete, recognized for leadership and commitment to team success. Demonstrated excellent time management and resilience through rigorous training schedules and academic responsibilities. Proven ability to collaborate effectively and adapt quickly to changing environments.
Compassionate with proven ability to create nurturing and safe environment for children. Developed engaging activities that promote learning and development. Private tennis lesson instructor skilled in developing tailored lesson plans, fostering student engagement, and improving performance. Known for reliability, communication skills, and ability to motivate students towards achieving results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Lesson Instructor - Tennis
Jim Turley - Former A&M Texarkana Head Coach
06.2023 - Current
- Developed customized lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and learning styles.
- Implemented engaging instructional techniques to enhance student understanding and retention.
- Evaluated student progress through performance assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with parents and the student on certain goals or skills that needed to be achieved or worked on
Family Nanny
Various Families in Little Rock, AR & Texarkana
01.2017 - Current
- Provided attentive care and supervision for children, ensuring safety and well-being in home environments.
- Developed engaging educational activities tailored to individual children's needs and interests.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding children's progress, behavior, and daily activities.
- Implemented effective routines to enhance children's learning experiences and promote positive behavior.
- These families developed a deep trust in me to transport their children safely and reliably, always prioritizing their well-being above all else.
Brookhill Ranch Camp Junior Counselor
Brookhill Ranch Summer Camp
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Worked only during the summer months (June & July)
- Cabin Junior Counselor and Merchandise worker two weeks the Summer of 2021
- Cabin Junior Counselor and Merchandise worker two weeks the Summer of 2022
- Cabin Junior Counselor three weeks the Summer of 2023
- Helped facilitate daily activities for campers, ensuring safety and engagement in all programs.
- My last year working at Brookhill, I was a level-up counselor, which means I was in charge of certain activities where there would not be a senior counselor present.
- Provided mentorship to other junior staffers, fostering professional growth and effective communication.
- I strengthened my leadership skills, learned to be a problem-solver, and built meaningful connections with campers.
- Developed relationships with peers and individuals using active listening and positive engagement.
- I worked in the merchandise store at camp as well, where I would interact with parents, campers, and other staff members. I would help sell Brookhill merchandise, organize the stock shelves, and run errands off and on the camp.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications Sciences And Disorders
Ouachita Baptist University
Arkadelphia, AR05-2026
Skills
- Organization
- Time-management
- Collaborative
- Student motivation
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood education
- Relationship building
- Positive reinforcement
Clinical Experience
Speech Therapy Student Clinician October 2024-May 2025
- Bismarck Elementary: 28 hours & 30 minutes
Clinical Observation
- Bismarck Elementary, Group Living Therapy, & Head Start Program: 27 hours & 30 minutes
Timeline
Private Lesson Instructor - Tennis
Jim Turley - Former A&M Texarkana Head Coach
06.2023 - Current
Brookhill Ranch Camp Junior Counselor
Brookhill Ranch Summer Camp
06.2021 - 07.2023
Family Nanny
Various Families in Little Rock, AR & Texarkana
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Communications Sciences And Disorders
Ouachita Baptist University