Kelly Bishop
Kelly Bishop

Professional Summary

A variety of interpersonal, academic, and volunteer experiences have helped me become a compassionate and deep�thinking individual. I have been lucky to experience many kinds of diversity through these experiences- diversity not only in regard to race and socio-economic status, but also in the different ways that people think, the different things that they value, and the many ways in which they relate to the world. A strong work ethic has always been a prominent part of my character, but I have learned to value balance, health, and happiness as well. I love the outdoors, and my hobbies include skiing, hiking, running, fitness, writing, reading, and traveling. I feel that these endeavors not only promote my health and happiness, but they also reflect and propagate my introspective, peace-seeking, and inquisitive nature. I am eager to learn and to challenge myself, and I crave a job in which I can engage with others. Given the opportunity, I believe I will be able to put my life experiences and skills to great use for the benefit of the community. I am confidant that I can consistently bring my positive outlook, my eagerness to learn, and my persistent nature to the workplace every day.

Skills

Interpersonal skills Analytical thinking Understanding complex concepts
Professional writing Integrating ideas Detail-Oriented

Work History

Substitute Teacher 10/2018 - Current
Rock Island-Milan School District #41- Rock Island, IL

General Counselor 05/2018 - 08/2018
Camp Sweeney- Whitesboro, TX
� As over 90% of our campers were type 1 diabetics, extensively learned about this chronic disease and how to manage it
� Calculated insulin dosages, drew and administered insulin shots, tested blood glucose (BG) levels, performed pump site changes, treated countless BG highs and lows, and kept extensive medical records
� Was one of two first responders to the first seizure of the summer
� Underwent two additional days of training to operate the challenge course and rock climbing wall
� Ran the rock climbing class, which involved making daily lesson plans, setting up the ropes, fostering cooperation, and submitting and presenting daily, weekly and session-long awards
� Cared for four 16-18- year-old girls (i.e. my assigned "sister group") during each session

Research Assistant 08/2016 - 07/2017
University of Notre Dame- Notre Dame, IN
� Coded videos of family interactions using the Mind-Mindedness Coding Scale?and transcribed data
� Evaluated and discussed coder-coder reliability issues during weekly meetings, as well as new research ideas and validity issues?
� Moderated family visits at the lab, which included facilitating classic experiments such as the Still-Face Paradigm?
� Underwent additional training for collecting saliva samples from participants during lab visits for tracking cortisol trends?
� Edited educational materials for clarity and content, including PowerPoints used by marital coaches for the experimental group?
� Handled logistical and clerical responsibilities as a summer intern, including implementing a new scheduling system and recruiting new families to participate in an ongoing study?
� Formulated and completed my Honors Thesis with data collected in this lab

Assistant Swim Coach 05/2014 - 08/2014
Rock Island Orcas Swim Club- Rock Island, IL
� Instructed, encouraged, and motivated intermediate-level club swimmers ages 8-12
� Wrote and facilitated in-pool work-outs for the intermediate group?and conditioning workouts for the entire club team
� Coached several meets, providing logistical, strategic, and technique-oriented instruction, as well as mentorship and reassurance?
� Served as the primary coach for app. ten swimmers at the three-day regional championship meet in Barrington, IL?
� Individually stroke-coached elite swimmers, especially in butterfly and turns?
� Planned team events, radiated team spirit, and led team cheers at every possible opportunity

Private Tutor 05/2014 - 07/2014
Privately Employed- Rock Island, IL
� Tutored an eleven-year-old boy with ADHD six to eight hours per week, with the goal of helping him catch up before sixth grade
� Researched the curriculum extensively and developed creative and engaging lesson plans (e.g. building solar system models, baking a cake, going on a "science scavenger hunt")?
� Adjusted lesson plans as needed, based on maintaining his focus and his previous knowledge and ability
� Helped my student gain enthusiasm for subject matter and self-confidence

Education

High School Diploma: 2013
Rock Island High School- Rock Island, IL
� Graduated valedictorian of a class of 396 students and spoke at graduation
� 4.0 GPA and took as many advanced/AP classes as possible?
� Charles O. Austin Jr. Scholar, National Merit commended scholar, and recipient of P.E.O. STAR Scholarship
� President of National Honor Society and French Club, four-year varsity athlete and four-year member of academic team
� Named Academic All-American for swimming in 2009 All-Metro Swimmer of the Year in 2011 and 2012
� In swimming, qualified for state three times, broke two school and one sectional record, and served as team captain in 2012?

Bachelor�s Degree in Arts and Letters: 2018
University of Notre Dame � Notre Dame, IN
� Majored in neuroscience and behavior, with a pre-professional concentration?
� Four-year member of the Glynn Family Honors Program (100 students admitted to this program per class)
� Graduated with Psychology Honors; Honors Thesis: �Cortisol Reactivity due to Marital Conflict in Dual- vs. Single-Earning Couples Related to Division of Household Labor�?
� Graduated with 3.684 GPA?
� Dean's List: Spring 2017, Fall 2018, Spring 2018?
� Member of Notre Dame's Club Swim Team, Professor Braungart-Rieker's lab, Celebration Choir, and Aging With Grace

Volunteer Work

Aging With Grace: Spring 2017 and Spring 2018
South Bend, IN
� Served as an Event Leader and Driver for this Notre Dame student-led volunteer organization, which developed workshops on neuroscience and health-related topics and took them to local nursing homes?and assisted living facilities
� Developed one of the presentations, which included a PowerPoint and several interactive activities

ER Ambassador: Summer and Fall of 2017
Memorial Hospital� South Bend, IN
� Cleaned and restocked rooms, brought refreshments and blankets to patients, and helped patients make phone calls?
� Offered emotional support, reassurance, and a listening ear
� Volunteered over 80 hours

Boys and Girls Club of Saint Joseph County: Fall 2017
South Bend, IN
� Volunteered weekly with the nine- through twelve-year-olds
� Helped with homework and joined them in activities like art, choreographing a group dance, and Uno
� Led a two session neuroscience-based self empowerment program at the center with three other Notre Dame students

School On Wheels: Fall 2015
Los Angeles, CA
� Tutored homeless high school students in a government-established classroom on a weekly basis

Adopt-A-Highway: Spring 2011- Spring 2013
Rock Island, IL
� Became the first person to individually adopt a street in my hometown of Rock Island
� Performed at least six cleanups per year
� Extracted several hundred pounds of trash

�We�ve Been There�: Winter 2013
Rock Island-Milan School District #41- Rock Island, IL
� With my best friend, pioneered an anti-bullying campaign based on our own experiences of being bullied
� Introduced this campaign in the form of 40-minute presentations to fifth and sixth grade classes at local schools