KATHERINA V. PALION

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EDUCATION

HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY Hempstead, NY

Master of Arts in Linguistics: Forensic Linguistics GPA: 3.9 /4.0 Graduation: December 2022

Relevant Coursework: Phonetics and Phonology, Sociolinguistics, Corpus Linguistics

ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY Honor’s Program Queens, NY

Bachelor of Arts in English; Minor in French GPA: 3.72/4.0 Graduation: May 2020

Study abroad in Rome, Italy and Paris, France May 2017 – June 2017

HONORS AND AWARDS

Dean’s List St. John’s College of Arts and Sciences Silver Key Nominee Gamma Sigma Alpha Honor Society Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society Sigma Alpha Pi Honor Society Provost Scholarship Hugh L. Carey Community Grant

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA, Oyster Bay, NY May 2022 – October 2022

Mentor

Cultivated a safe, inclusive environment in which students of all backgrounds are motivated to grow and succeed

Promoted engaging activities such as educational programming, arts, and sports to foster leadership, academics, and healthy lifestyles

WYZANT TUTORING, New York, NY January 2017 – October 2022

Academic Tutor

Provided comprehensive, personalized academic assistance in disciplines including English language skills, reading comprehension, and social studies for students ranging from elementary school to high school

Assisted students with and without special learning needs by creating individualized lesson plans that develop specific scholastic skills

PRAYING PELICANS ORGANIZATION, Barahona, Dominican Republic June 2019

Volunteer

Worked with a group of women and children to improve English language skills through everyday interactions

Engaged with the local community by helping install water filters and partaking in spiritual outreach and music ministry

THETA PHI ALPHA, Queens, NY January 2019 – May 2019

Academic Excellence Chair

Facilitated 40 hours of group study a week, maintained an accurate record of members’ grade point averages, and arranged tutors for members who experienced scholastic difficulties in order to uphold the academic integrity of the organization

ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY CONFERENCE SERVICES, Queens, NY February 2018 – April 2018

Excursion Ambassador

Fostered a welcoming environment for a group of Fulbright scholars staying in campus accommodations

Facilitated weekly activities for a group of over twenty students, including cultural immersion activities, excursions, and educational programming

BIG CHIEF SUMMER CAMP, East Meadow, NY June 2015 – August 2015

Counselor in Training

Oversaw a group of twenty four-year-old campers to ensure their safety and well-being

Coordinated daily activities to engage the campers including arts and crafts, swimming lessons, and outdoor play

LINGUISTIC EXPERIENCE

THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL CHURCH, Port Washington, NY September 2021 – September 2022

Greek School Student

Beginner Greek lessons to develop familiarity of language

Work with native speakers to practice vocabulary and improve fluency

VERBIT AI TRANSCRIPTION, Remote April 2021 – August 2021

Transcriber

Offered professional-grade screening and proofreading of transcripts to minimize errors while upholding style guidelines and established protocols

Exhibited flexibility and composure to produce quality transcripts under deadlines

ST. HYACINTH CHURCH, Glen Head, NY September 2007 – May 2016

Polish School Student

Studied Polish grammar, reading, writing, spelling, and history

Participated in cultural events including Polish Day Parade, Christmas play, and end of year celebration

SKILLS AND INTERESTS

Skills: fluent in Polish, proficient in French, beginner in Greek, Spanish, and Romanian languages

Interests: hospitality, Zumba, Mediterranean cuisine, travel

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

OCEAN RESTAURANT Bayville, NY May 2021 – Present

Head Server

Identify and accommodate the needs of guests while promoting a positive, orderly, and professional work environment

Develop effective multitasking, teamwork, and communication skills while maintaining attention to detail

WORLDPACKERS, Corfu, Greece March – April 2023

Volunteer

Assisted in social media management and website building of a local hotel

Served as a liaison between hotel guests and staff by monitoring guest responses and responding to online inquiries and bookings

Interacted with guests from all around the world to develop language skills

KELLENBERG MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL, Uniondale, NY September 2012 – May 2016

Theater Club, Model United Nations Club, SMART Tutoring Club

Actively involved in the school community, volunteering over 30 hours a week to various curricular and extracurricular programs

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