Education
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
College of Education
Expected Graduation: December 2016 Bachelor of Science in Art Education
Teaching Experience
Biological Sciences 3
University Park, PA
Faculty-TA
Aug. 2013-May 2014
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Focused on ways of communicating and conveying ideas coupled with enhancing comfort and skill level when conducting a group.
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Examined factors and structures of communication and explored ways to speak motivationally, persuasively, genuinely, and in giving feedback to others.
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Prepared students for living in current and future society’s by exploring ideas pertaining to living systems and their environments.
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Collected and assessed weekly student journals, providing critiques and feedback.
Delta Middle School
State College, PA
Art Instructor
Oct. 2014-Nov. 2014
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Taught unit on watersheds by introducing students to organisms that inhabit these environments for the purpose of sketching from nature.
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Taught students basic skills for observational drawing.
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Supervised and assisted students at a local watershed where practice was put in effect to educate students about ecosystems and organisms that inhabit them.
Upper St. Clair Rec Department
Pittsburgh, PA
Football Coach
Jul. 2013-Aug. 2014
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Organized and conducted summer conditioning program for students 5th-9th grade.
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Worked with student-athletes in a variety of football related activities, emphasizing concepts of team and self-awareness.
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Practices focused on creating a positive environment for players to experience personal and team growth while learning skills necessary for athletes and lessons integral for being productive human beings.
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Introduced student-athletes to philosophies and ideas routed in Eastern thought ranging from yoga to visualization, projection, and manifestation.
Exhibitions
2016 - Hump Day Gallery
2016- Annual Endowment Luncheon
Interests and Skills:
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Footwear, hats, music, spoken-word, yoga, mentoring peers, football, basketball, and baseball.