Jessica Ritchie

Sarah Lawrence College                                                                            828 S. Woodlawn Ave.

1 Mead Way                                                                                           Bloomington, IN 47401

Bronxville, NY 10708                                                                              (812) 333-1638

(914) 323-6472                                                                                       jritchie@slc.edu

Education

Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, NY

            Expected B.A., May, 2003

Concentrations: Psychology, Italian, Performing Arts; GPA 3.8/4.0

Sarah Lawrence College, Junior year abroad, Florence, Italy 2001-2002

 

Special Skills

Computer Skills: Proficiency with the Macintosh platform and in Microsoft Word, Adobe Photoshop, HTML, and

web design

Language Skills: Fluency in Italian

Arts: Extensive training in ballet, voice, piano, visual arts

 

Counseling/Teaching Experience

JULIA DYCKMAN ANDRUS MEMORIAL (Andrus Children’s Center) Yonkers, New York

Per Diem Milieu Therapist – Provided close supervision, counseling, and support for children and adolescents residing in the residential care facility for youth with special needs. Enforced the program plans to maintain a safe and therapeutic living environment. Ensured that the basic needs of children were met. Collaborated with multidisciplinary team including milieu therapists, recreation therapists, teachers, social workers, and other professionals. (2002 – present)

 

EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER, Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, New York

Assistant Teacher – Provided care and guidance for a preschool class of three-year-olds. Collaborated with the lead teacher to develop new, creative modes of instruction. (1999-2000)

 

BLOOMINGTON HIGH SCHOOL SOUTH, Bloomington, Indiana

Dance Instructor/Choreographer – Collaborated with renowned performer Everett Bradley (STOMP, and Swing! on Broadway) in the choreography and instruction of high school students during a performing arts camp. (Summers, 1999, 2000)

 

MONROE COUNTY COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION, Bloomington, Indiana

L.O.T.S. Senior – Participated in the Leadership Opportunities Through Service program designed to foster positive peer relationships and self-esteem in fifth grade students in the M.C.C.S.C. public schools. Supported and motivated the students through a weeklong learning camp in the Bradford Woods reserve. (1999)

 

INDIANA UNIVERSITY PRE-COLLEGE BALLET PROGRAM, Bloomington, Indiana

Ballet Instructor – Instructed children of all ages. Directed rehearsals for large scale performances, and translated and set choreography from video to the stage (1996-1998)

 

SWANS ISLAND DANCE CAMP, Swans Island, Maine

Ballet Instructor/Camp Counselor – Supervised, taught, and supported girls aged 9-14. (Summers, 1996, 1997)

General Work Experience

SARAH LAWRENCE COLLEGE, Bronxville, New York

Research Assistant – Assisted in course preparation and research for both an Anthropology professor and an Italian professor (Academic year 2000-2001, 2002-present)

Library Circulation Worker (Academic year 1999-2000, Fall 2002)

INDEPENDENT FAMILIES, Bloomington, Indiana; Bronxville, NY

            Childcare – Provided care and guidance for many families with children of all ages (1994-present)

 

Awards/Distinctions

Commended Student, National Merit Scholarship Foundation (1999); Honors Diploma, Bloomington High School South (1999); Art Exhibition, stained glass work chosen to be displayed in town gallery (1999)

 

References Available Upon Request