JESSICA SMITH

(208) 669-2290
jessiekaysmith@gmail.com

1390 Primrose Lane

Elko, NV 89801

EDUCATION AND AWARDS

Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Emphasis Special Education and the Family
University of Idaho Moscow, Idaho
GPA 3.89 - cum laude
Named to Deans List 6 consecutive semesters
University Honors Core Award distinction

May 2015

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Intern, Center on Disabilities and Human Development, Moscow, Idaho
August 2013 - Present
Assistive Technology Project
Autonomously researched 1-2 Assistive Technology devices per week
Taught one period on assistive technology to Education 410: Tech Tools for Teaching and Learning
Effectively answered and directed 3-5 incoming phone calls per day
Communicated with coworkers, clients and other associated programs about program functioning
Consistently met deadlines imposed by supervisor and training coordinator
Coordinated public forum for Idahoans with disabilities attended by 20 community members
Completed two relevant Webinars with focus on Assisitve Technology
Attended social skills club for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Participated in two Disability Advocacy Days focused on effective communication with legislators
Served as the only student member of University Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Committee
Volunteered with art class geared towards adults with disabilities
Assisted in execution of one Tools for Life Transition Fair for transition age youth with disabilities
Intern, University of Idaho Ravens Scholars Program, Moscow, Idaho
August 2013 - May 2014
Academic mentoring program for students with ASD
Coordinated three student schedules per week
Successfully completed training as certified Regular Mentor Level 1
Encouraged social skills among peers with Autism
Behavioral Aide, Private Household, Pullman, Washington
August 2013 - May 2014
Caretaker and companion to seven year old with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Completed 1-2 lessons of the STAR Curriculum per week
Attended 2 Individualized Education Plan planning meetings
Encouraged communication skills through use of augmentative communication devices
Field Experience, West Park Elementary, Moscow, Idaho
Spring 2013
Placement in Special Education classroom for K-3
Worked with three students per day to reach goals determined by IEPs
Gained an in-depth understanding of the workings of a special education classroom
Intern, Peer Advising for Psychology Department, Moscow, Idaho
Spring & Fall 2013
Served as peer academic advisor
Met with 3-5 students per week to plan course scheduling and meet academic deadlines
Contacted students on academic probation and providing tutoring information
Server, Moscow Alehouse, Moscow, Idaho
May 2014 - Present
Consistently worked 20-25 hours per week
Effectively communicated and responded to an average of 60 customer desires per shift
Worked efficiently in a team dynamic

TECHNICAL AND RELATED SKILLS

Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices including GoTalk, Apple Applications

Ergonomically designed keyboards, keyguards, and household devices
Familiarity with Universal Design