Objective

To obtain a position in the nonprofit sector utilizing Spanish and English communication skills and a passion for helping others.

Education

Expected May 2008 BA English
Iowa State University, Ames, IA
GPA of 3.84/4.00

Spring 2006 Spanish Studies
Universidad Internacional, Cuernavaca, Mexico
GPA of 4.00/4.00

Experience

August 2006 to Present Office Assistant
Midwest Forensics Resource Center (MFRC), Ames, IA

Aid the editing and design of the 2007 MFRC Research and Development Program Summary
Assist in preparations for the MFRC training classes offered to crime laboratory professionals
Proofread proposals and progress reports for posting on the MFRC web site

Summers 2002 to 2006 Nanny
Jacob Christensen and Susan Fitzsimmons, Des Moines, IA

Cared for elementary-age child
Planned educational day activities
Transported to- and from activities

Summers 2005 to 2006 Nanny
Emily Primeau, Des Moines, IA

Cared for three children ages 4, 6, and 7
Planned educational day activities

Skills

Operating Systems: Windows
Languages: HTML
Software: Microsoft Office, Dreamweaver, InDesign, PageMaker

Volunteer
Experience

August 2006 to Present Mentor
GRIP Mentor Program, Ames, IA

January 2006 to April 2006 Volunteer
Heart of the Father Orphanage, Cuernavaca, Mexico

Honors

Horatio Alger Association for Distinguished Americans
National Honor Society Member
Sigma Tau Delta- English Honor Society
Dean’s List- Spring 2005, Fall 2006, Spring 2007
President’s List- Fall 2005, Spring 2006