Christa Cigna

628 Lorimore Pass

Canton, GA 30115
(609) 915-7401
christac@uga.edu

EDUCATION
The University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences, May 2016
Major: Human Development and Family Science
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Major: Psychology
Cumulative GPA: 3.91/4.00

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
School Counseling Intern, Rocky Branch Elementary School, Bogart, GA, January 2016 - May 2016
Assisted in the planning and organization of school counselor responsibilites
Conducted 7-session small group counseling series on self-concept for 3rd grade girls
Helped teach classroom guidance lessons for grades K-5
Compiled a cumulative portfolio describing strengths and experiences
Nanny, Julie Cofer, Canton, GA, May 2015 - Present
Supervised a household with two girls for 10 hours a day, 3 days a week
Provided structure and age-appropriate activities for children, ages 5 and 8
Aided children with schoolwork in math, reading, and writing
Prepared healthy, nutritious meals twice a day
Summer Camp Counselor, Lifetime Fitness, Woodstock, GA, May - August, 2013-2015
Helped organize the daily camp schedule
Established order in activities of 100+ campers daily
Personally responsible for safety of 10 children, ages 5-12
Enacted age-appropriate, fun, and engaging games
Substitute Teacher, University Child Care Center, Athens, GA, August 2013 - November 2013
Assisted with the teaching of classes
Attended to needs of children 0-4 years of age
Ensured the childrens safety and learning
Creatively implemented curriculum of activities
Teacher's Assistant, Gymboree Play & Music, Canton, GA, May 2012 - 2013
Assisted with teaching lessons to 0-5 year olds
Engaged children in age-appropriate learning and play
Orchestrated birthday parties catered to parents ' desires
Handled incoming phone calls

AWARDS , HONORS , CERTIFICATIONS

University of Georgia Merit Scholarship, Fall 2012 - Present
Zell Miller Scholarship Recipient, Fall 2012 - Present
Dean's List, Fall 2012 - Present
Presidential Scholar, Spring 2014 & 2015
CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
VOLUNTEER WORK
Athens Clarke County, Head Soccer Coach for U7 and U9 children, August - October 2014, 2015
Thomas Lay, Student Mentor for children from low-income families, April 2015
Athens Church, Greeter for existing and new guests, January 2015
St. Michael's Church, VBS Counselor for engaging children in fun and faith -based activities, Summer 2011 - 2013