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Education:

 

 

 

12/2005 Expected

 

 

Wayne State University - Detroit, MI

Master’s of Arts in Teaching
Major: Secondary Education English

Minor: Social Studies

 

 

08/2002

 

 

 

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, MI

Bachelor's of Arts
Major: Organizational Studies/Business Administration

 

 

 

Employment History:

 

 

 

 

9/2004 - Present

 

Dove Academy of DetroitDetroit, MI

Paraprofessional
Develop effective strategies for teaching and learning. Make sound professional decisions based on my ability to reflect on my professional courses. Apply educational principles and techniques to help children who have difficulty in learning. Assist teacher in preparing for and instructing classes.

 

 

 

11/2003 – 6/2004

 

Marshall Field’s - Troy, MI

Sales Associate/ Personal Shopper
Provided excellent customer service and assisted with shopping for personal, family, home, corporate or gift giving needs. Established clientele through leads, referrals, and other marketing strategies. Maintained constant written and verbal communication with clientele to inform them of upcoming events, sales, and promotions.

 

 

 

8/2002 - 7/2003

 

City Year, Inc. - Detroit, MI

Project Leader- Recruitment
Volunteered for 10-months of full-time community service engaging in a variety of activities to meet critical needs of urban communities. Tutored and implemented after-school programs for middle school students at Detroit Lions Academy. Focused on the education and development of youth, serving as mentors for children in partnership with public schools. Organized and implemented after-school programs and curricula on important social issues including domestic violence prevention, AIDS awareness, and diversity.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Volunteer Experience:

 

 

 

8/2000- Present

 

 

 

 

10/1999 - 8/2002

Gospel of Deliverance Church - Detroit, MI
Youth Activities Coordinator

Planned and coordinated activities including bowling, movies, water parks, and amusement parks for the youth.

 

Community Leaning Post – Ann Arbor, MI

Tutor/Mentor

Tutored 3rd – 8th grade students in Reading, Writing, Math and Science.