CV Jennifer Sainovski April 2022

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Jennifer Sainovski

256 Oakwood Lane. Columbus, NC. 28722


+1(828) 521-1974 [email protected] | https://jennifersainovski.weebly.com/

EDUCATION

Western Carolina University Cullowhee, North Carolina


Masters of Higher Education and Student Affairs, Expected May 2022
GPA: 3.7

Trent University Peterborough, Ontario


Bachelor of Arts Honours, Education May 2017
● Intermediate/Senior education
● Teachable subjects: History, Psychology, and Drama

Trent University Peterborough, Ontario


Bachelor of Arts Honours, History May 2015
● Bachelor of Arts Honors in History, minor in Psychology
● Concentration in the Teachers Stream Program

Educational Qualifications
● Certified by Ontario College of Teachers 2015
● Catholic Education Part 1, December 2017

Scholarships
● Mary S. Jones and Charles F. Wayte Scholarship (Education) | Academic year 2021-2022
● Kendall King Memorial Scholarship | Academic year 2021-2022
● International Student Scholarship | Academic year 2021-2022

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Western Carolina University Cullowhee, North Carolina


Graduate Assistant/Career Counselor | Center for Career and Professional Development
August 2020 - Present
● Provide resume, cover letter, interviewing, personal statement, internship & job search,
and major & career exploration consultations to undergraduates, graduates, and alumni
● Create a student worker training curriculum comprising six modules: resumes, cover
letters, interview strategies, personal statements, internship & job search strategies,
and major & career exploration
● Modules provide robust training through visual and written components and activities
for CCPD student workers and graduate assistants on conducting various consultations
with current WCU students and alumni
● Facilitate various dynamic professional development workshops for students, student
groups, and classes via Zoom and through in-person modalities

Isothermal Community College Spindale, North Carolina


Graduate Intern | Student Center, Advising & Success Center May 2021 – August 2021
● Used learning theory to create interactions that provide momentum points and
decrease known and undetermined barriers
● Communicated and learned from faculty and staff by shadowing their various
responsibilities and roles in the Advising Center and Student Center
● Reviewed documents for an understanding of how they impact various areas of
enrollment, advising, and registration
● Assisted the Advising Center and Student Center staff to provide an exceptional front
door experience for applicants, new students, and continuing students
● Performed student services-related tasks as assigned

John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center Cullowhee, North Carolina
Graduate Intern | Fine Art Museum, Performance Hall January 2021 – May 2021
● Used learning theory to create links between Bardo Arts Center’s arts programming and
academic courses at Western Carolina University
● Communicated with faculty and staff to grow student participation and attendance at
Bardo Arts Center arts programs
● Maintained digital files on Microsoft Teams
● Reviewed documents for accuracy and completeness
● Assisted the Director and Bardo Arts Center staff when needed
● Performed Arts Administration-related tasks as assigned

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board Peterborough, Ontario


Teacher | Grades 7-12 February 2018 – July 2020
● Intermediate/Senior qualified (grades 7-12)
● High school (grades 9-12) teachable subjects include: History, Civics,
Psychology/Anthropology, and Theater Arts
● Middle school (grades 7-8) teachable subjects include: Science, Math, Social Studies
(History/Geography), Art, Physical Education, English, and Drama/Theatre Arts.
● Prioritized differentiated instruction and assessment
● Created a culturally inclusive environment through mutual respect, significant
relationships, clear communication, clear understanding of expectations, and critical
self-reflection
● Executed backward design within the unit/lesson planning process

Sylvan Education Cobourg, Ontario


Instructor, September 2017 – October 2019
● Tutored students between kindergarten to grade 12 in reading and writing and taught
math skills to students between kindergarten to grade 8
● Utilized Sylvan University e-learning software to prepare a personalized educational
program according to specific student needs

Millbrook Public Elementary School Millbrook, Ontario


Literacy Tutor, September 2015 - December 2015
● Provided literacy support to middle school-aged students who were struggling with
reading and writing skills
● Met with students twice a week to read and practice literacy skills through various
worksheets and interactive activities

RESEARCH AND INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE

Lang Pioneer Museum Keene, Ontario


Historical Interpreter and Research Intern, May 2016 – June 2018
● Inspected, collected, interpreted, analyzed, and compiled information obtained from
research regarding historical soldier’s uniforms from the War of 1812 - WWII
● Interpreted in third-person at various historic buildings ranging from 1750 to 1900
● Delivered outstanding written and verbal communication skills through multiple
Dominion Day gallery displays
● Cleaned, adjusted, and clothed mannequins with different time-period appropriate
garments and labels
● Assisted with special events such as corn harvest festival, apple harvest festival,
historical All Hallows Eve, and Christmas by Candlelight
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

1st Kentucky Rifle Regiment Colborne, Ontario


Historical Interpreter, August 2016 – Present

● Re-enactor of various battles of the War of 1812 with fellow interpreters at historical
events across Ontario and New York State
● Interpreted at annual Grade 7 History Day in Cobourg, Ontario

Windreach Farm Ashburn, Ontario


Tour Guide, May 2012 – July 2014
● Provided recreational, educational, and work experience opportunities for persons with
special needs of all ages
● Greeted and maintained excellent interpersonal relationships with the public and staff
● Provided guided tours of the following: history museum, Olympic-sized accessible
arenas and stables, tractor rides, and historic farm buildings in use to this day
● Lead curriculum-based ecology programs involving pond and garden study

PRESENTATIONS

Resume, Cover Letter, and Interviewing Crash Course Presentations


● Hosted multiple resume workshop training sessions with various groups by providing
necessary steps and strategies in cultivating a solid and concise resume
● Emphasized how to effectively highlight the most significant and relevant work
experience and valuable transferable skills that directly relate to the specific job posting

Whee Research: EDRS 602 Research Presentations


● Conducted an investigation and presented an IRB approved research project
demonstrating the relationship between major and job attainment after graduation at
Western Carolina University
● Link to presentation:
https://www.facebook.com/csp.western/videos/2440967396210640/?d=n

EDUCATIONAL AND TECHNOLOGY SKILLS

● Student success management systems: Navigate, Aviso


● Learning management systems: Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, Edsby
● Email platforms: Outlook Mail, Gmail
● Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Google Docs, Canva
● Zoom and Microsoft Teams proficiency
● SMART Board proficiency
● Radio broadcasting technology proficient for students with hearing impairments
● Social media websites (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook) to promote events

OTHER TRAINING

Certifications:
 Citi Program: Research, Ethics, and Compliance 2020
 WHMIS certificate
 First Aid and CPR
Educational workshops:
● Professional Boundaries Workshop 2015 (Attended)
● Duty to Report Workshop 2015 (Attended)
● Ontario College of Teachers Presentation 2015 (Attended)
● Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF) Presentation 2015 (Attended)
● Ontario Teacher Federation (OTF) Presentation 2015 (Attended)
● Indigenous Infusion Initiative Discussions 2015 (Attended)
● Building Futures: Ministry of Education Workshop 2015 (Attended)
● Agriculture Based Education Workshop 2015 and 2016 (Attended)
● Traditional Teaching Workshop 2016 (Attended)
● Interview Skills and Resume Writing Workshop 2016 (Attended)
● Teaching Abroad Workshop 2016 (Attended)
● Below Zero Workshop 2016 (Attended)
● Project Wild Workshop 2016 (Attended)
● Volunteer scribe for EQAO testing at Colborne Public School

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

● National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA)


● National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)
● American College Personnel Association (ACPA)

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