Rutvi Patel

**** ********* **** **. **. Louis, MO 63127

adc1ud@r.postjobfree.com

314-***-****

Summary

Highly motivated and dynamic recent college graduate seeking opportunities in research, non-profit organizations, behavioral health, or the clinical field that will expand my knowledge and allow hands-on experience in psychology. Open to organizations that bring creativity and versatility into their work such as marketing, advertising, communications, design, and public relations. Strengths include diligence, efficiency, and adaptability. Fueled by an immense desire to bring humanity into the workplace. Possessed of great curiosity, love of learning and progression, and equally adept as a team member or team leader.

Education

Rhodes College, Memphis, TN 2014- 2018

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, double minor in Education and Spanish

Study Abroad, Barcelona, Spain (Summer 2017)

Interests/Activities: Special Olympics Lynx Club, Kinney Community Service, Kappa Delta Sorority

Experience

English Advance Lima, Peru

ESL Teacher September 2019- March 2020

Taught English to Peruvian Spanish-speaking students ranging from ages of 4-30

Created and implemented lesson plans focused on improving student’s grammar, listening, writing and speaking skills

Prepared and helped students pass their KET and PET Cambridge Exams

Edward Jones Investment Firm St. Louis, MO

Branch Team Support Member December 2018- August 2019

Instructed and assisted financial advisors in opening, closing, and maintaining IRA retirement and other financial accounts for their clients

Educated branches about IRA contributions, distributions, fees, deadlines, etc

Fostered client satisfaction and superior customer service from the home office while addressing approximately 50 incoming inquiries a day from national branches

La Petite Academy St. Louis, MO

Lead Pre-K Teacher October 2018- December 2018

Formulated and taught educational lesson plans in math, writing, and reading that aligned with state standards

Enhanced productivity and effectiveness in classrooms and cultivated a learning environment for children that assisted their development and needs

Boys and Girls Club Memphis, TN

Youth Development Mentor Intern January 2018- May 2018

Facilitated creative learning, group participation, and academic growth to help members graduate from high school on time

Implemented and administered programs, services, and activities designed to empower youth to excel in school, become good citizens, and lead healthy, productive lives

Fostered a positive work environment for at-risk children/youth and mentored struggling members

Perea Pre-School Memphis, TN

Teacher’s Assistant January 2017- May 2017

Provided personal one-on-one tutoring to struggling students

Raised children’s performance and learning levels by observing, assessing, and tracking student progress

Community/ involvement

Tippi Toes Dance Company St. Louis, MO

Classroom Dance Instructor August 2018- August 2019

Engaged children in a positive, nurturing environment meant to promote self-expression, self-confidence, and help develop motor skills

Great Circle St. Louis, MO

Support Group Mentor June 2018- December 2018

Volunteered with the behavioral health service organization as a Support Group Mentor in a therapeutic summer retreat aimed to help young women cope with their traumas

Assisted events hosted for residential children

Skills

Teaching English as a Foreign Language-TEFL certified

Communication Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills (Fluency in English and Gujarati, proficiency in Spanish and Hindi)

Customer Service make certain to use empathy and patience to ensure customers have a positive experience

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