N icholas M i randa

E nt ry Level Position

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I am a highly motivated individual seeking a career in which I may be able to apply my skills and

knowledge obtained through my college experiences, internships, and jobs. I have the great ability to work both

independently and as a team. My experiences from my internship with Peru Junior High as an assistant to the School

Counselor have helped to strengthen my interpersonal skills, communication, and supervising skills. I hope that you

may find my unique attributes to be a great fit for your company. I studied two years of Accounting while at

Manchester College, in which I had the opportunity to experience several business courses applicable to this position. I

am looking for a place to begin a career and to develop my professional skills.

Nicholas R. Miranda

● P.O. Box 433 Rochester, IN 46975 ● 260-***-**** ● abkp0l@r.postjobfree.com

Objective Seeking an entry-level position with advancement opportunities in which I may utilize

my skills and knowledge obtained through my education and experiences.

Education Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Manchester College, May 2010

Related Coursework Behavior Disorders, Neuropsychology, Counseling Theories, Mediation and

Reconciliation, Research Methods, Child and Adolescent Psychology, Field Placement

(Peru Junior High School), Human Resource Management, Business Administration

Languages I have an intermediate comprehension written, oral, and reading of Spanish as I have

studied the Spanish language for a total of four years.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook)

• Installation of software/hardware

• Windows XP, Vista, 7

• Troubleshooting software, hardware, and technical issues

• Knowledge of networked printers, fax machines, and other office equipment

Related Experience

Peru Junior High School, Peru, IN

School Counselor Intern, February 2010 to June 2010

• Counseled small groups and individual students on academic, personal, and social

issues

• Assisted with remediation efforts

• Coordinated team-building activities for student advisory periods

• Assisted KEYS Academy Coordinator with supervision and counseling of alternative

school students

• Supervised students in a variety of school activities

• Mediated conflicts between students

• Maintained confidentiality through case meetings

• Organized and distributed standardized testing

• Maintained open communication with parents regarding their child’s progression

• Conducted home visits for troubled students

• Served as a reading and math tutor for learning disabled students

Other Work Experience

Pizza Hut Wingstreet, Rochester, IN

Server/Cook, June 2009 to Present

Manchester College, North Manchester, IN

ITS Microsupport Technician, August 2006 to December 2009

Duckwall-Alco Stores, DeMotte, IN

Clerk, April 2004 to August 2006

Honors/Activities

Manchester College Football, Manchester College Baseball, Intramural Sports, Minority

Student Leadership Award, Salvation Army Volunteer

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