Experience
Teach For America AmeriCorps Member June 2014 – June 2016
Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) Gaston College Preparatory Gaston, NC
Serve students in underrepresented areas and equip them with the knowledge necessary to better their communities and succeed at the colleges of their choice.
Research various methods of instruction, lesson differentiation, and learning to implement inside of the classroom.
Track student progress and mastery utilizing various forms of data.
Participate in intensive training to develop the essential skills to ensure student and classroom success.
Investment Consultant Intern December 2013 – June 2014
Scottrade Cary, NC
Researched and analyzed market trends to help investment consultants and consumers make informed decisions.
Understood and was able to articulate different types of client accounts.
Established clients accounts and served as the first point of contact for clients that came directly to the branch for assistance.
Legal Administrative Assistant January 2013 – January 2014
Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP Raleigh, NC
Communicated with outside vendors on behalf of attorneys and legal departments.
Relieved management of all administrative detail.
Assured discreet handling in all business activities.
Marketing Manager October 2011 – August 2012
Landmark Properties, Inc. Raleigh, NC
Improved branding and devised product knowledge training for 6 associates.
Managed and organized promotional events.
Devised marketing strategies to increase sales.
Administrative Assistant August 2009 – August 2012
North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC
Managed receptionist area, including greeting visitors and responding to telephone and in-person requests for college and degree information.
Assisted advisers with scheduling student appointments and First Year College programs.
Managed and delegated tasks among a team of 5 administrative assistants.
Education
North Carolina State University August 2009 – May 2014
Bachelor of Science: Business Administration – Concentration in Finance
Bachelor of Arts: Political Science
Johns Hopkins University August 2014 – August 2015
Master of Science: Education - 17 Credits Completed