Megan Halcomb
Muncie,Indiana
Summary
Hardworking and passionate employment seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Graduate Assistantship position. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet department goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Mentor for First Year College Freshman
Ball State University
07.2023 - Current
- Shared resources, opportunities and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
- Met mentee formally, informally, in-person and virtually to offer support.
- Assessed students' knowledge, comprehension and study habits to track progress and set realistic goals.
- Counseled 22 students individually to assist in overcoming obstacles, make proper choices to stay focused and adjust to college life.
- Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.
- Worked with professors and other faculty to help students understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
Undergraduate Teaching Fellow
Ball State University History Department
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to college students, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Graded quizzes, tests, and homework to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Youth Counselor Ages 10-18 Years Old
YMCA Of Greater Indianapolis
05.2018 - 07.2020
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Supported individuals ages 10 years to 18 years old in small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence and structure.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits and coping mechanisms.
- Performed in advocacy capacity for troubled youth to provide access to resources.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05.2024
High School Diploma -
Southport High School
Indianapolis, IN05.2020
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Technology Integration
- Progress Reporting
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Lectures and Discussions
- Inclusive Learning
- Conflict Resolution
- Research and Analysis
- Program Planning and Development
- Academic Support
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Classroom Support
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Arabic
Limited Working
Timeline
Peer Mentor for First Year College Freshman
Ball State University
07.2023 - Current
Undergraduate Teaching Fellow
Ball State University History Department
08.2022 - 05.2023
Youth Counselor Ages 10-18 Years Old
YMCA Of Greater Indianapolis
05.2018 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - History
Ball State University
High School Diploma -
Southport High School
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