School Counselor

• Oct 2020 - Present

Co Coordinator

• Nov 2015 - Present

Kaleidoscope is a LGBTQIA youth support group available to all persons age 14-high school graduation in the Fargo/Moorhead and surrounding areas. We provide a safe place for students to express themselves, meet new people with similar experiences, learn more about themselves and their community, and of course, have fun! We strive to provide a sense of belonging to all students interested in learning more about the LGBTQIA community! Kaleidoscope is a LGBTQIA youth support group available to all persons age 14-high school graduation in the Fargo/Moorhead and surrounding areas. We provide a safe place for students to express themselves, meet new people with similar experiences, learn more about themselves and their community, and of course, have fun! We strive to provide a sense of belonging to all students interested in learning more about the LGBTQIA community!

Community Advocate

• Mar 2020 - Oct 2020

Advocacy Supervisor

• Jun 2019 - Oct 2020

Human Trafficking Specialist

• Feb 2018 - May 2019

Out of School Suspension Coordinator

• Jun 2017 - Feb 2018

Street Outreach Coordinator

• Mar 2016 - Jun 2017

School Counseling Intern

• Sep 2015 - Mar 2016

-Created and delivered guidance lessons on a variety of topics -Observed and participated in IEP and 504 meetings with parents, faculty and staff -Administered state testing for 8th graders -Started and maintained relationships with teachers, parents, and administration -Incorporated play therapy techniques when working with elementary school students -Interacted with a variety of culturally and socially diverse students -Implemented the use of Google documents, forms, and sheets with Google Drive maintain data, assess needs, and keep records -Inspired students to be the best they can be everyday through positive encouragement -Counseled individual students on a daily basis on the topics of anger, behaviors, social skills, divorce, and self-esteem -Utilized knowledge of PBIS and RTI to assist the district in developing programs for the school year Show less

Intramural Graduate Assistant

• May 2013 - Aug 2015

Cultivated, coordinated, and supervised all special eventsScheduled all league games by utilizing an online programInitiated and maintained working relationships with MSUM professionals by collaborating to put on events around campusSupervised student staff by facilitating monthly one on one meetingsServed as an assistant to the Director of Intramurals and Club Sports

Student Orientation Counselor

• Apr 2011 - May 2013

Developed skills in group problem solving, conflict resolution, interpersonal communication, multicultural understanding, and team building throughout training programs and working with students. Mentored incoming freshmen students during their transition to college.Participated in extensive leadership training with other campus leadership organizations.

Intramural Sports Coordinator

• Nov 2010 - May 2013

Attained organizational skills through scheduling recreational leagues. Demonstrated conflict resolution skills during high intensity competitions.Practiced effective customer service skills when working the front desk.

Homecoming Coordinator

• Jun 2011 - May 2012

Organized activities and events for Dragon Homecoming 2012. Collaborated with multiple MSUM departments and organizations as well as local businesses.Managed purchases and revenue for the MSUM Homecoming budget.

Office Assistant

• Aug 2009 - Nov 2010

Resident Assistant

• Aug 2009 - Jun 2010

Provided a safe environment for residents to live, learn, and interact by effectively communicating and enforcing campus policy.Mediated resident conflict.Implemented education into floor programs without sacrificing the entertaining aspect of the program.