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Paris Cowan

Falcon Heights,MN

Summary

I am an engaged and dynamic leader seeking opportunities to transition to educational development. With a robust and diverse history in various leadership roles, I am able to apply educational theory and company directives effectively to promote and ensure student success in a variety of academic disciplines. I am also trained in both cultural and spiritual competency with the ability to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning environment for both colleagues and students.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Campus Ministry Intern

Two Cities Church of Christ
Minneapolis-St Paul, MN
09.2023 - 05.2024

Campus Ministry Intern

Detroit Church of Christ
Detroit, MI
01.2023 - 08.2023

Campus Ministry Intern

Chicago Church of Christ
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Mentored and supported over 40 Undergraduate students in Biblical studies to increase spiritual wellness and connectedness; co-developed and co-led weekly spiritual sessions for over 50 students
  • Led 10-15 women in weekly small group Bible studies, with 90% retention rate
  • Outlined and facilitated small group and congregation-wide events for spiritual development and community engagement

Tutor

Sylvan Learning Center
Maple grove, MN
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Educated students ranging from 1st grade to 12th grade using personal learning plans and conceptual techniques in one-on-one and group sessions
  • Instructed students in Math, Reading, Writing, English, and ACT test prep
  • Evaluate student progress and identify objectives to develop successful action plans
  • Worked with students with disabilities to create a safe and engaging learning environment

Tutor

Varsity Tutors
Chicago, IL
10.2020 - 04.2022
  • Taught students ranging from 1st grade to students over 50 years of age conceptual techniques to address problem sets in their coursework in one-on-one sessions
  • Evaluate student progress and identify objectives to develop successful action plans
  • Completed all sessions virtually

Tutor

African American Academic Network, University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
Chicago, IL
09.2018 - 10.2021
  • Instructed undergraduate students in theoretical and practical concepts related to DISCIPLINES: Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, English, Writing, and Statistics using active learning techniques in one-on-one and group sessions
  • Scheduled and conducted virtual interviews using Zoom to hire tutoring staff based on company criteria and curricula
  • Assessed candidates for tutoring position placement based on company criteria and curricula

Education

Bachelor of Science in Psychology -

University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
12.2022

High School Degree -

Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy
05.2017

Skills

  • Windows Desktop and mobile applications - Advanced level
  • Microsoft Office Suite and web applications - Advanced Level
  • Google Suite - Advanced Level
  • Zoom Web Conferencing - Advanced Facilitation
  • Leadership
  • Program Coordination
  • Schedule Management
  • Team Support
  • Customer Relations

Timeline

Campus Ministry Intern

Two Cities Church of Christ
09.2023 - 05.2024

Tutor

Sylvan Learning Center
09.2023 - 02.2024

Campus Ministry Intern

Detroit Church of Christ
01.2023 - 08.2023

Campus Ministry Intern

Chicago Church of Christ
01.2022 - 12.2022

Tutor

Varsity Tutors
10.2020 - 04.2022

Tutor

African American Academic Network, University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)
09.2018 - 10.2021

Bachelor of Science in Psychology -

University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)

High School Degree -

Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy

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