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I enjoy a fast pace, change-oriented and success-driven environment to apply counseling and group presentation skills. Through volunteer work experience I uphold a high personal standard and commitment to social service. I am an effective communicator, applying active listening skills and proficient in MS word, Excel, Power Point, and SPSS.

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EDUCATION

Loyola University Chicago Graduation Date, Aug 15, 2010

Bachelor in Arts and Science; Psychology

RELEVANT COURSEWORK

Biomechanics and kinesiology Exercise testing Anatomy and Physiology contemporary health

Exercise Physiology Theory and Practice of fitness Psychology of addiction Personal training intern ____________________________________________________________________________________________

EXPERIENCE

DECK SUPERVISOR, YMCA, Vernon Hill, IL June 07-Aug 09

• Maintained safe but fun environment in pool used simultaneously by children, youths, teens and adults.

• Problem-solved adult complaints with diplomacy and good humor.

What I took away from the job: I developed excellent interpersonal skills by applying techniques that I learned in school. How I can turn around a difficult client situation into a positive experience for clients and staff. I also supervised employee recruitment.

HEAD LIFE GUARD, YMCA Vernon, Hill, IL Summer 06 - Summer 09

• Scheduled and supervised peer team of lifeguards.

• Conducted weekly meetings focusing on improving both individual and team’s lifesaving and customer service skills.

What I took away from the job: I learned how to take a leadership position and to motivate my staff and prevent/solve conflicts between members of staff/and clients. This job also taught me to keep a cool head under pressure and how to problem solve during times of crisis.

SPECIAL NEEDS SWIM INSTRUCTOR YMC,A Vernon Hills, IL Summer 04 - Present

• Empowered challenged children to enjoy the total experience of swimming by providing safe, closely supervised classes.

• Taught fundamentals adapted to each swimmers’ physical and intellectual abilities.

What I took away from the job: I learned to adapt to situations faced by challenged clients, to emphasize with their sensitive situation and ensure they enjoy their experience reinforcing them to come back.

TEACHING ASSISTANT, Butterfield School, Libertyville, IL Summer 07 - Summer 08

• Working with children to help build self esteem and important values.

• Ensure children are learning skills while in a safe environment.

What I took away from the job: I learned to be patient with my students and that being a caring person is the best thing you can be when you are dealing with someone who is upset

GROUNDS KEEPER, District 70 schools, Libertyville, IL Summer 09 - Summer 10

• Providing a clean and nice environment for the school students.

• Self-motivated to working long hours.

What I took away from the job: I learned how to keep myself busy, apply myself to perform basic tasks well and seek opportunities to help co-workers.

PERSONAL TRAINER INTERN, District 70 schools, Libertyville, IL Summer 11 - FALL 11

• 75 hours of experience

• Experience with clients and program creation

What I took away from the job: I learned how to keep myself busy, apply myself to perform basic tasks well and seek opportunities to help co-workers.

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CERTIFICATIONS

ACSM CPT (DEC 2011)

CPR/AED (DEC 2011)

ACTIVITIES

MEMBER, Labre Ministry, Loyola University, Chicago, IL Spring 08 - Spring 10

• Handing out food to the homeless

• Lending a compassionate ear to the homeless

Member, Fit Club, Loyola University, Chicago, IL Fall 09 - Spring 10

• Weekly meetings to help ensure a healthy lifestyle and physical fitness.

VOLUNTEER, Habitat for Humanity, Chicago IL Summer 06

VOLUNTEER, Self Defense, Loyola University, Chicago, IL Spring 07 - Spring 10

• Started women’s training course on own initiative as response to increase attacks on university and neighborhood women.

• VOLUNTEER, Blackhawks exercise testing Fall 11

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THINGS I ENJOY

ROCK CLIMBING

• I enjoy the physical challenge along with the problem solving

RUNNER

• Accomplished triathlete

• Accomplished marathon

• Cross country captain

• Varsity distance track runner

KAYAKING

MUAY THAI

READING

• The Road Less Traveled

• The Things They Carried

• Devil in the White City

• Gardens of the Moon

• Richard III

• The Great Gatsby

• Ulysses

• Catch 22

PERSONAL TRAINING

• Training others to reach their personal fitness and health goals.

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REFERENCES

Dr. Guy Schumacher

Superintendent of Schools, District 70

Libertyville, IL

847-***-**** ext 7101

jcnhvi@r.postjobfree.com

Mary Craig

Aquatics Director

YMCA, Vernon Hills, IL

847-***-****

jcnhvi@r.postjobfree.com

Dr. Frank Ardito

Chairmen CLC Health and wellness program

Vernon Hills, IL

847-***-****

jcnhvi@r.postjobfree.com

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