Resume

Capstone Student (May 2022 – Present)

St. Louis Arc – Social Services Organization Empowering People with Disabilities (St. Louis, MO)

• Develop and participate in personalized capstone experience focused on OT consultation and leadership in program planning and implementation for transition aged-youth with IDD

• Disseminate culminating project to highlight occupational therapy’s role in programming and leadership

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Assistant to the Instructor – Evidence-Based Practice Course (January 2022 – May 2022)

Dr. Wanda Mahoney (Washington University in St. Louis Program in Occupational Therapy)

• Provide support and reinforcement for lessons surrounding evidence-based practice in occupational therapy

• Support one-on-one and/or small group instruction with feedback for research strategies, group dynamics and division of responsibilities, and effective analysis of quantitative and qualitative research

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Level IIB Fieldwork (September 2021-December 2021)

Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital (Wheaton, IL)

• Evaluated and treated individuals with a variety of diagnoses to rehabilitate areas of concern through therapeutic activities and exercises and promote independence in participating in activities of daily living

• Curated a one-page hand-out for an in-service project with tips for therapists to tailor intervention for patients with IDD

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Level IIA Fieldwork (May 2021-September 2021)

Hinsdale Township High School District 86 (Hinsdale, IL)

• Promoted skills of self-advocacy, self-regulation, problem-solving, independent living, and vocation amongst students with IDD, aged 14-22

• Collaborated with the student service team to plan for student-centered intervention

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Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Lab (May 2020-May 2021)

Dr. Wanda Mahoney (Washington University in St. Louis Program in Occupational Therapy)

• Researched young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) transitioning to living independently

• Collaborated with a community agency to develop independent living skills curriculum

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Level IB Fieldwork (August 2020 - May 2021)

St. Louis Oasis – Group Learning for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (St. Louis, MO)

• Developed and implemented a weekly Zoom class on internet safety for daily activities (e.g. socializing, shopping, exercise)

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Level IA Fieldwork (March 2020)

JFK Partners – Pediatric Home Health (Aurora, CO)

• Assisted occupational therapist with early intervention activities in homes across Denver

• Observed ASD diagnostic sessions performed by occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and psychologists.

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Substitute Teacher (December 2019 – Present)

Hinsdale Central High School (Hinsdale, IL)

• Maintain classroom discipline and carry out classroom procedures

• Ensure the safety and well-being of students in a classroom environment

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Program Development Consultant (May 2021-October 2021)

St. Louis Arc – Social Services Organization Empowering People with Disabilities (St. Louis, MO)

• Consulted for program development for independent living skills program for young adults with IDD

• Researched program curriculum materials and developed lesson plans with St. Louis Arc staff

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Life Coach (September 2020 – April 2021)

Young Adult Client with ASD (St. Louis, MO)

• Supported client working toward long-term goals of independent living (e.g. social, home maintenance, safety, etc.)

• Adapted activities and expectations as needed to ensure quality and independent participation

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Teacher (September 2018 – January 2019)

Sarah’s Spanish School (Fort Worth, TX)

• Taught weekly, immersion-style after-school Spanish class for a small group of elementary students

• Communicated with parents via e-mail about lessons covered

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Inclusion Aide (June 2018)

SEASPAR Special Recreation Association (Downers Grove, IL)

• Assisted individuals with disabilities as they participated in summer camp activities with typically developing children

• Adapted activities, rules, equipment, and/or supplies as needed to ensure the most quality and independent participation

• Advocated for the individuals and emphasized the individual’s abilities and similarities to encourage inclusion

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• Washington Univ. Guatemala OT Service-Trip

• St. Louis Arc Volunteer

• Kinderfrogs Occupational Therapy Observation

• Lurie Children’s Hospital Volunteer

• Trinity Terrace Occupational Therapy Observation

• Adaptive P.E. Aide

• Certified Make-A-Wish Wish Granter

• TCU Flu Clinic Spanish Translator

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Nanny; Illinois, Texas & Missouri; Various Families; 2011- Present

 

Spanish & College Application Tutor; Illinois, Texas, & Missouri; Various Students; 2015-Present