Resume and Cover Letter

Whitney JoAnn Smith
1856 E 1750 N Layton, UT 84040
801-589-9770
whitwhitjoann@hotmail.com
 
Professional Objective
To obtain a position where I can positively impact students and prepare them for academic success.

Education

Utah Valley University, Orem, UT
Bachelor of Science: Integrated Studies
Expected Date of Completion: May 2013
Associate of Science: Pre-professional
Completed: May 2010

Skills & Qualifications
Outgoing, dependable, honest, dedicated, and disciplined, as well as a creative individual and team player with strong interpersonal and analytical skills. An enthusiastic worker willing to meet new challenges.

Work Experience ACE/High Adventure Crew, Boy Scouts of America, Catalina Island, CA, Summer 2011
• Instructed youth and adult groups of 15-40 participants in high adventure activities: kayaking, canoeing, snorkeling, hiking, sailing, and windsurfing. Guided overnight trips for small groups of up to 15 participants.

Customer Service, Nitro-Pak Preparedness Center, Inc., Heber City, UT, 11/2010-06/2011
• Managed customer needs via phone, online chat, and in-person calls. Daily processed 80+ customer orders through multiple computer systems. Organized files of order paperwork. Assisted warehouse in assembling and shipping orders.

Direct Support Professional, RISE, Inc., Orem, UT, 09/2009-11/2010
• Assisted individuals with disabilities in their daily life. Encouraged clients to meet behavioral and social goals. Managed clients' medical and hygienic needs. Planned activities in community and at home.

Handicraft Director, Boy Scouts of America, Huntington Lake, CA, 6 weeks summer 2010
• Taught youth handicraft merit badges: art, basketry, leatherwork, and woodcarving. Maintained safety and order of classroom.

Activities and Certifications

LDSSA student club at UVU, Campus Enrollment Co-chair, 2 semesters 2010-2011
First-Aid Certification,Advanced, through 2014
CPR Certification, Adult, Child & Infant, through 2013


Date___
Dear Mr. Jenkins,

My name is Whitney Smith and I am writing to you to inquire about the open teaching assistant position in your school. I am currently a Junior at Utah Valley University intending to major in Integrated Studies with a teaching certificate.

I would like to gain experience in an established classroom before I commit myself to a degree in education. I am certain I would be helpful and successful in a classroom, as I have had experience teaching in an unconventional setting before. I have had the pleasure of teaching groups of boy scouts and adult leaders over the years at a boy scout camp out on Catalina Island. I've spent many hours instructing a variety of scout crafts and activities from leatherwork to open-sea sailing. The enjoyment and rewards I have gained from my years there have led me to think about pursuing a degree in education. I have the patience and conviction necessary to be an influential teacher and mentor.

I appreciate your time and consideration. Enclosed is a copy of my resume. The best was to reach me is my cell phone at XXX-XXX-XXXX or my email whitneyjsmith06@gmail.com. I look forward to meeting with you.

Thanks again,



Whitney Smith?