Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
Generic

Rachel Verfuerth

Ames,IA

Summary

Psychology major with a strong foundation in understanding human behavior and cognitive processes. Currently pursuing a pre-speech pathology track, equipped with knowledge of language development, communication disorders, and therapeutic interventions.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Camp Counselor

YMCA Of Greater Indianapolis
Racine , WI
06.2024 - Current
  • Developed individualized behavior management plans for campers with special needs.
  • Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
  • Collaborated with fellow counselors in planning fun evening events such as movie nights or talent shows.

Special Education Aide

Oak Creek Franklin Joint School District
Oak Creek, WI
12.2023 - Current
  • Provided assistance with physical therapy exercises as outlined by occupational therapists or physical therapists.
  • Acted as a liaison between home and school by communicating regularly with parents and guardians about their child's academic progress.
  • Organized materials and resources for special education classes.
  • Supported teachers by providing instructional support, classroom management, and behavior modification strategies.
  • Worked collaboratively with general education teachers in order to ensure successful inclusion of students into mainstream classrooms.

ASPRIE Child Care Programming

Oak Creek Franklin Joint School District
Oak Creek , WI
06.2023 - Current
  • After School Program and a Summer Camp for children within the Oak Creek-Franklin School District.
  • Organized activities such as arts and crafts, songs, stories, and outdoor playtime.
  • Supervised indoor and outdoor play activities while ensuring the safety of all children at all times.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on each individual child's needs.

Crew Member

Georgie Porgies Cafe
Oak Creek , WI
03.2020 - 05.2023
  • Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Served food quickly for positive guest experiences.
  • Stored food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures.

Child Swim Instructor

Swimtastic Swim School
Franklin, WI
07.2019 - 03.2020
  • Organized lesson plans according to the individual needs of students.
  • Updated records of attendance, skill levels achieved and other relevant information for each student.
  • Encouraged swimmers to progress through drills while providing positive feedback on their performance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology With A Pre-Speech Pathology Pathway

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
05-2027

High School Diploma -

Oak Creek High School
Oak Creek, WI

Skills

  • Child Supervision
  • Problem-Solving
  • Effective Communication
  • Creative Mindset

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Camp Counselor

YMCA Of Greater Indianapolis
06.2024 - Current

Special Education Aide

Oak Creek Franklin Joint School District
12.2023 - Current

ASPRIE Child Care Programming

Oak Creek Franklin Joint School District
06.2023 - Current

Crew Member

Georgie Porgies Cafe
03.2020 - 05.2023

Child Swim Instructor

Swimtastic Swim School
07.2019 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Psychology With A Pre-Speech Pathology Pathway

Iowa State University

High School Diploma -

Oak Creek High School

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Rachel Verfuerth