Assistant Training
Resume:
Michelle von Sternberg
Orlando, FL 32821
abktlv@r.postjobfree.com
Objective Seeking a tutoring/teaching position in which I can inspire and educate children
Key Skills
• Enthusiastic and creative when teaching
• Dependable and organized
• Experienced in group control
• Well-developed public speaking skills
Education Bachelor of Science, Eckerd College, St. Petersburg, FL May 2010
Major: Marine Science Concentration: Marine Biology Minor: Psychology
Dean’s List (Fall 2007, Fall 2009)
Study Abroad January 2008- Bimini Biological Field Station, Bahamas- Worked alongside Dr. Samuel Gruber,
sampled sharks using gill nets and longlines, performed acoustical tracking of lemon sharks, and
investigated shark biology and research.
Spring Semester 2009- CIEE Research Station, Bonaire, Netherland Antilles- Studied coral reef ecology
and marine conservation biology, identified tropical fish and corals, learned marine field research
methods, and conducted coral reef monitoring surveys. Proposed, conducted, and published a five month
long independent research project on bar jack feeding behaviors.
Volunteer Work
Clearwater Marine Aquarium-Marine Mammal Animal Care September 2009- present
Pull, sort, prepare, and handle dolphin and river otter food, clean and maintain otter exhibits, fill out daily
logs and checklists, perform and record behavioral observations, aid in dolphin shows, educate guests,
lead the training game with children, and assist animal trainers in their daily activities.
Lowry Park Zoo-Asia Department Animal Care September 2009- December 2009
Cleaned and maintained exhibits, prepared animal diets, and assisted zoo keepers.
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Suncoast Seabird Happy Workers St. Petersburg Free
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Sanctuary Children’s Center Clinic
Beach/Mangrove PARC CASA
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Clean Up Cancer Walk
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Employment
Camp Instructor Intern, SeaWorld, Orlando, FL May 2010- August 2010
• Assist lead instructor and ensure safety of campers ages 4-13
• Teach campers about animals, training, and conservation
• Conduct group games, activities, and crafts
• Lead campers through SeaWorld park and supervise at shows and on rides
6th Grade Math Tutor, Private family, St. Petersburg, FL January 2010- May 2010
• Make lesson plans and create fun, educational activities
• Help student understand class material and feel confident in his math skills
• Guide student through math problems
• Assist student in preparing and studying for FCAT
Waterfront Recreation Staff, Eckerd College, St. Petersburg, FL September 2006- May 2010
• Appointed supervisor in 2009-2010 to oversee fellow employees
• Coordinated with Admissions office to lead boat tours for prospective students and their families
• Greet and assist students in checking out boats and equipment
• Present Waterfront speech to walking Admissions tours
• Manage ship store and cash register
• Maintain salt water tank- feed animals, scrape algae, clean filters and protein skimmer, manage water levels and
salinity
Assistant Coach, Cypresswood Swim Team, Spring, TX Summers 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009
• Coached 250 swimmers from ages 4-18
• In charge of 8 and unders- planned workouts, ran practices, entered swimmers into events for meets
• Chaperoned team night and special events
• Taught private and group lessons to children ages 3+
Watersports Camp Instructor, Eckerd College, St. Petersburg, FL Summer 2008
• Taught kayaking techniques and boat safety to children ages 8-15
• Guided and supervised groups of up to 15 children on kayaking trips throughout Boca Ciega Bay
• Educated children about birds, marine life, and the environment surrounding them
• Led arts and crafts and game time on rainy days
• Assisted “Exploring Marine Life” instructors- supervised 6-12 year olds, helped children during critter collection
and educated about marine life
Certifications
• Emergency First Response (First aid and CPR)
• PADI Advanced Open Water
• PADI Rescue
• DAN oxygen administration for scuba diving emergencies
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