Sample Deaf Studies Resume (PDF)

Carey Center
Until 06/20xx
Permanent Address
333 Main Street, Towson, MD 21204
444 Lovely Drive, Baltimore, MD 21212
Phone (cell): 222-333-4444 ● E-mail: [email protected]
Objective
A position utilizing my teaching and American Sign Language skills in an elementary school
environment
Education
Towson University, Towson, MD
Bachelor of Science in Deaf Studies & Elementary Education
Cumulative GPA: 3.95
Honors: Dean’s List 20xx – Present, Provost Scholarship
December 20xx
Teaching Experience
Baltimore County/City Schools, Baltimore, MD
Undergraduate Student Intern
 Create, prepare, and carry out content specific lesson plans
 Aid teacher by helping individual students with class work
 Observe elementary teachers carry out classroom instruction
Spring 20xx - Present
Maryland School for the Deaf, Columbia, MD
Undergraduate Student Intern
 Lead small group activities or educational games
 Observe kindergarten teacher carry out classroom instruction
 Aid teacher by helping individual students with class work
Fall 20xx
Stafford County Public Schools, Stafford, VA
Summers 20xx - 20xx
Paraprofessional – Extended School Year (ESY)
 Worked with students one-on-one on skills specified by the teacher
 Aided teacher in a deaf education classroom with students with cochlear implants
 Assisted a teacher in an emotional disabilities (ED) classroom
Towson University Teaching Assistant, Towson, MD
American Sign Language II Course Proctor
 Led class discussions on required readings
 Prepared games and review sessions to help students study before tests
 Graded homework assignments and written portions of tests
 Submitted class updates, reminders, and grades onto Blackboard website
Barton & Williams School of Dance, Stafford, VA
Substitute Dance Teacher
 Lead various levels of dance classes in a range of styles (tap, ballet, jazz, etc.)
 Teach students dance technique and discipline
Fall 20xx
20xx - Present
Certifications and Memberships
Certified in Handle With Care: Behavior Management System
Member of Kappa Delta Pi: International Honor Society in Education
Member of the National Society for College Scholars (NSCS)
Language Skills
Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)
References available upon request
20xx - Present
20xx - Present
20xx - Present
Anne Bates
4783 Downton Alley
Baltimore, MD 21224
(483) 555-9474
[email protected]
Objective
A practicum training position to develop interpreter skills at the American School for the Deaf
Education and Professional Development
Bachelor of Science in Deaf Studies
Human Services Area of Focus
Towson University, Towson, MD
GPA: 3.76
Earned a score of 3+ on the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI)
May 20xx
Certificate in Interpreter Preparation
May 20xx
Community College of Baltimore County, Catonsville, MD
GPA: 3.90
Related Coursework: Nonverbal Communication as a Sign Language Base, Introduction to Interpreting,
Consecutive Interpreting, Transliterating
Related Experience
American Association of the Deafblind Conference, Towson, MD
Volunteer
 Provided support services to deaf attendees using American Sign Language
July 20xx
American School for the Deaf, Frederick, MD
July 20xx
Girls Volleyball Summer Camp
Assistant Coach
 Assisted Head Coach with instructing campers on volleyball techniques
 Learned new terms and descriptions specific to volleyball in American Sign Language
 Supported campers with day-to-day anxieties and challenges
Skills
Language: Fluent in American Sign Language
Computer: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Other Experience
Urban Outfitters, Towson, MD
June 20xx - present
Sales Associate
 Demonstrate effective communication skills with customers through resolving
complaints, assisting with consumer purchases, and greeting shoppers
 Collaborate with on-site manager and other staff members to complete inventory checks
and handle money exchanges
Belmont South Community Pool, Baltimore, MD
June 20xx - August 20xx
 Resolved patron complaints in a professional manner by communicating clearly and
effectively
 Took part in day-to-day lifeguard duties including, rule enforcement, pool maintenance,
and lifeguarding
References available upon request