Objective: Legal Assistant/Paralegal Position
Summary
‘ Dedicated academic achiever that possesses a solid base of knowledge about the American justice systems, criminology, case management, and the fundamentals of juvenile justice.
‘ Ability to grasp new concepts quickly, adapt to stressful situations well, and to work to meet all deadlines
‘ Demonstrates clear and effective communication, intrapersonal, and interpersonal skills.
‘ Has a talent for transferring knowledge to others in an organized and concise manner
‘ Exceptional time management skills and strives for punctuality
‘ Excellent research designs, data analysis, oral presentation and writing skills.
‘ Skilled researcher with keen eye to differentiate between qualitative and quantitative research designs
‘ Self-starter with an ability to work well with a minimum amount of supervision
Education
Associate’s Degree in General Studies
Northwest Florida State College, Niceville, FL
2010
B.A. Degree in Interdisciplinary Social Sciences (Children & Society)
University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL
Concentration in educational theories and philosophy, case management, family social work, criminal justice, and legal studies. (Degree is in progress. Enrolled part-time in night classes .Graduation date is December, 2011).
2011
Career History & Accomplishments

Intern for Community Readiness Consultant, Airman & Family Readiness center
‘ Worked directly with the Community Readiness Team leader for large non-profit agency that provided family and financial services to the local active duty military community
‘ Researched grant writing and put together portfolio of grant opportunities to secure funding for numerous community services that are offered by the agency.
‘ Interacted with clients directly and provided substantial administrative support.
‘ Designed and taught class that highlighted how to effectively market one’s self while in the role of job seeker
‘ Designed and created a guide for military spouses to begin the process of procuring financial aid for educational pursuits
‘ Participated and certified in Four Lenses Training that will grant ability to teach classes that will promote a more teamwork oriented workplace environment
‘ Refined research skills and developed a keen eye to differentiate between qualitative and quantitative research designs
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2011
VPK Teaching Assistant, State College Child Development Center
‘ Maintained a safe classroom environment that fostered a positive desire to learn and a healthy emotional well-being
‘ Supervised children and ensured that they were safe
‘ Prepared anecdotal notes that charted children’s development to ensure that developmental milestones were being met
‘ Assisted in the preparation of lesson plans and in the facilitation of learning

‘ College Student
‘ Placed on the Dean’s List nearly every semester
‘ Received excellent marks for participation in every group assignment
‘ Excelled in two classroom practicum’s for grades 5th and Kindergarten.
‘ Received letters of recommendation from two esteemed professors acknowledging my ability to exceed in a Master’s program.
‘ Perfected use of academic databases to find exactly what was needed in a time efficient matter.
‘ Possessed an ability to type at least 60 WPM
2009-2011