McKenzie Davis
Niles
Summary
English Master's graduate with experience as a college-level writing instructor. Experienced with reading and responding to academic and narrative writing. Devoted to developing writing skills while maintaining a writer's voice. Passionate about literature and interested in joining the professional editing and publishing communities. Adept at evaluating writing based on adherence to grammar and syntax. Familiar with different style guides (AP, APA, MLA).
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Mudslingers Drive-thru Coffee
Niles, OH
01.2024 - Current
- Greeted customers and contributed to a positive environment through effective communication and customer service
- Managed time effectively in a fast-pace environment
- Prepared drink orders to the company's standards for consistency and quality
- Maintained daily cash drawer balance at the end of each shift
Graduate Assistant
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed lessons in research-writing geared toward first and second-year undergraduate students
- Generated writing prompts to guide students' development in academic research and research writing
- Evaluated and provided feedback to student writing
- Consulted with students one-on-one to discuss areas for potential improvement in research writing
- Assessed student writing based on adherence to spelling, grammar, and APA Style
Education
Master of Arts - English
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - English
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH05-2023
Skills
- Academic research and writing skills
- Experience with AP, APA, and MLA citation styles
- Proofreading and providing feedback
- Experience working with students
- Grading and assessment
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Time management and organizational skills
- Proficiency in grammar, syntax, punctuation, and copyediting
Timeline
Barista
Mudslingers Drive-thru Coffee
01.2024 - Current
Graduate Assistant
Youngstown State University
08.2023 - 05.2024
Master of Arts - English
Youngstown State University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Youngstown State University