Pearl McAninch
New York,NY
Summary
Junior at Vassar College (class of 2025) majoring in psychology and minoring in music history/culture. Proactive and caring worker with 4 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activity while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Adores working with all ages children to elder adults creating a comfortable engaging and organized workspace for others.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Wimpfheimer Nursery
Vassar College
Poughkeepsie
01.2024 - Current
- Organized play areas with toys, games and equipment to encourage learning through play.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were adhered to at all times.
- Helped children develop their independence skills such as dressing themselves or using cutlery correctly.
- Provided emotional support, guidance and care to all nursery children.
Songwriter/Musician
Randy Napoleon and Joe Giglio
New York
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with other artists on songwriting projects.
- Was under the mentorship of jazz artist Randy Napoleon and folk artist Joe Giglio.
- Played guitar, wrote songs and sang.
- This collection of songs was created for my final highschool senior project.
- Songs are currently on the following website: http://blog.lrei.org/2021seniorproject/project/finding-my-voice-through-song-pearl-mcaninch/
Swim Instructor for Neurodivergent Youth
SwimJim
New York, NY
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Full time swim instructor. I worked with children of different ages and physical abilities some with neurodivergencies.
- Helped adapt lesson that catered to all learning styles.
- Was a team member creating and engaging in an acceptable learning environment for children and adults.
- Provided swimming instruction to individuals and groups of all ages.
Virtual Tutor
Zoom volunteer Org
New York, NY
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Provided one on one tutoring with 5th graders for Zoom to children of frontline workers during covid.
- Concentrating on math and english and developed corresponding exercises along with lesson plans.
Academic Peer Tutor
LREI
New York, NY
11.2018 - 02.2021
- Peer Tutoring assisting grades 9 -10 in biochem becoming the leader of peer tutoring club.
Dorot Volunteer
Dorot USA
New York, NY
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Worked with senior citizens in their homes assisting with technology and providing company
- Created a documentary on the life and experiences of a senior I worked with focusing on her Jewish faith through it all.
- After completing my interneship I worked with Dorot virtually all through covid providing over 100 hours of community service.
Camp Counselor
Manhattan Country School
New York, NY
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Counselors assistant at middle school summer day camp. Worked with and lead activities lessons and discussions, for 50+ children ages 3-10. Helped in creating lesson plans and educational activities in an urban setting.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology Major/ Music Minor
Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY06-2025
High School Diploma -
LREI
New York, NY06-2021
Skills
- Leadership
- Effective time management
- CPR Certified
- Client services
- Communication skills
- Strong Organization skills
- Good Teamworker
Timeline
Wimpfheimer Nursery
Vassar College
01.2024 - Current
Songwriter/Musician
Randy Napoleon and Joe Giglio
05.2022 - 09.2023
Swim Instructor for Neurodivergent Youth
SwimJim
05.2022 - 08.2023
Virtual Tutor
Zoom volunteer Org
05.2020 - 04.2021
Dorot Volunteer
Dorot USA
06.2019 - 01.2021
Academic Peer Tutor
LREI
11.2018 - 02.2021
Camp Counselor
Manhattan Country School
06.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology Major/ Music Minor
Vassar College
High School Diploma -
LREI
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