EDUCATION

Florida State University 8/2011 - 5/2015

Anticipated Graduation: May 2015
Bachelor of Science in English Education, GPA 3.99
Viera High School 8/2007 - 5/2011
Advanced Placement Diploma
Key Club Member
National Honor Society Member
Principal Scholar, GPA 4.00
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Sales Associate, Brevard Zoo Gift Shop 5/2014 - present
Worked cash registers
Performed opening & closing setup
Checked inventory & filled store accordingly
Demoed product for children
English Language Tutor, Florida State University 8/2013 - 4/2014
Created lesson plans
Implemented & conducted learning activities
Supervised two elementary school students
Fulfilled employers goals & objectives
Communicated with students & parents with limited English proficiency
50 Large Tutor, Florida State University 1/2014 - 4/2014
Tutored 50 Large members in middle & high school level math
Introduced lesson plans to supplement computer-based learning
Helped student raise semester grades to As and Bs
Mentor, Florida State University Youth Programs 1/2013 - 12/2013
Worked with elementary school student to improve test scores
Facilitated after-school program
Supervised 15 elementary aged students
Mentored 2 at-risk students
Tutored high school level math
Volunteer, Florida State University Outreach Program 8/2011 - 12/2011
Volunteer staff at after-school childcare
Created entertaining learning experiences
Communicated with diverse groups
Managed time efficiently & followed directions from supervisors
INVOLVEMENT/ACHIEVEMENT
Vice President, Council of Teachers of English at Florida State University (2014-Present)
Research Presenter, Florida Council of Teachers of English Conference (2013)
Study Abroad Student, Florida State Universitys Florence, Italy location (2012)
Social Network Chair, To Write Love on Her Arms FSU Chapter (2011)
Member, Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society
Member, National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Passed Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (General Knowledge, Professional, English 6-12)
CHRISTINA GIARRUSSO
2998 Pebble Creek Street | Melbourne, FL 32935 | (321) 525-6409 | cmg11j@my.fsu.edu
Contact information & references will be furnished on request