TASHA WHITE
Harrisburg,PA
Summary
Experienced research assistant and registered behavior technician with a demonstrated history of working in the market research and psychology industry. Also, has experience providing therapy for individuals on the autism spectrum. Wants to use their skills to help individuals better their life.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Penn State University
Harrisburg, PA
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted two professors with their research projects
- Recorded Attendance
- Graded assignments and gave feedback to students
- Assisted students with how to do APA format in essays
- Did thesis research coding for one of my professors
- Helped students contribute with class conversations
- Gave students guidance on the expectations of class
Senior Research Assistant
Mediascience
Austin, TX
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Promoted within nine months for exceeding goals and ensuring each study meets the deadline
- Led a team of research assistants to complete market research studies with neuroscience measures
- Checked and ordered inventory
- Developed new and critical assets for the studies when needed
- Assisted coders with data analysis
- Set up and ran lab-based audience research trials daily for participants
- Trained new research assistants
- Gained valuable research experience in using EEG, imotions, surveys, shimmer, psychlab, biometrics (heart rate and eda), eye tracking, facial coding, response latency, and dial testing.
Registered Behavioral Technician
Centria Healthcare
Austin, TX
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Provided therapy for children on the autism spectrum using applied behavior analysis
- Followed programs and guidelines given by BCBA
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
San Clemente, CA
03.2018 - 03.2021
- Responsible for all store operations during specific hours, including delegation of tasks to coworkers and maintain operational standards set by Starbucks
- Coaching and training employees
- Handling customer concerns
- Delivered great customer service
- Made drinks for customers at a fast pace with a smile.
Teacher's Assistant
Arizona State University
Remote Work
01.2020 - 03.2020
- TA for a Family Ethics and Cultural Diversity course
- Taught college students new skills in how to use APA
- Graded papers and assignments
Bartender
Knuckleheads
San Clemente, CA
05.2017 - 12.2018
- Mixed and poured drinks to projected business
- Provided fast and friendly service
Bartender/Cast Member
Cinepolis
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
04.2016 - 06.2017
- Received beverage orders from servers and guests
- Enthusiastically and appealingly described food and drink specials to guests
- Greeted guests in a timely and professional manner
- Maintained full knowledge of beverage lists and promotions
- Served each guest courteously, quickly, and efficiently
Receptionist/Cashier
Santa Margarita Toyota Scion
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
12.2014 - 02.2016
- Worked in the service area and reception area
- In the service area, oversaw customers getting picked up and dropped off from the shuttle
- Also, was a cashier in the service department that assisted customers with paying for their service bill
- Answered phone calls for the dealership
- Assisted customers with finding an available sales and service associate with a positive attitude
Education
Master of Arts in Applied Clinical Psychology -
Penn State Harrisburg
05.2025
Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology -
Arizona State University
Associate of Arts Degree- Graphic Design -
Saddleback College
Skills
- Profound oral and written communication abilities
- Outstanding creative problem-solving skills
- Data Collection
- High empathy and emotional stability to help patients cope with trauma and suffering
- Proficient with Macintosh and Windows operating systems
- Quick learner
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word
- Experience in leadership in a high-volume store
Accomplishments
- Received Dean's list award in 2011, 2016, 2017, 2020, 2021 and 2022
- Member of Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology and Omicron Delta Kappa-National Leadership Honor Society
- Previously certified in CPR, AED and First Aid
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Penn State University
08.2023 - Current
Senior Research Assistant
Mediascience
06.2021 - 05.2023
Registered Behavioral Technician
Centria Healthcare
03.2021 - 11.2021
Teacher's Assistant
Arizona State University
01.2020 - 03.2020
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
03.2018 - 03.2021
Bartender
Knuckleheads
05.2017 - 12.2018
Bartender/Cast Member
Cinepolis
04.2016 - 06.2017
Receptionist/Cashier
Santa Margarita Toyota Scion
12.2014 - 02.2016
Master of Arts in Applied Clinical Psychology -
Penn State Harrisburg
Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology -
Arizona State University
Associate of Arts Degree- Graphic Design -
Saddleback College
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