Taryn Egerstrom

Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.

• University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS, Child Life Specialist Volunteer – Pain Management Team, 08/01/17, 12/01/17, Provided children with developmentally appropriate activities that promote and develop proper rehabilitation and healthy coping skills
• Red Cross War Memorial Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa, Child Life Specialist Volunteer – Pain Management Team, 07/01/17, Engaged patients from diverse backgrounds with nonverbal skills to reduce stress and fear in short and long term hospitalizations.