Samantha Maphis Resume
Samantha Michele Maphis
801 East Brannon Rd APT# 331
Nicholasville, KY 40356
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EDUCATION:
8/2015- 5/2019
University of Kentucky
Major: Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Minor: Psychology
GPA: 3.488
WORK EXPERIENCE:
5/2018-Present
Tutor Coordinator at Student Support Services
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40508
• Monitor all tutoring operations
• Train new and returning tutors
• Interview perspective tutors
• Provide predictive and trend data to forecast tutoring need
• Create training materials for returning tutors
• Assist in interviewing perspective tutors
• Maintain a high level of customer service in handling issues with the tutoring operations
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrate respect for others
1/2018-Present
Peer Tutor at Student Support Services
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40508
• Prepared lessons and materials for tutoring sessions
• Implemented learning strategies based on students’ learning styles
• Maintained documentation of sessions
• Facilitated learning and enhancement of academic skills
• Enhanced the academic success of tutees
• Discussed strategies and potential issues with Learning Specialist
6/2016- 7/2017
Childcare Provider at Taylor Tots Childcare Center
Rineyville, KY 40162
• Provided a safe and healthy environment for children’s development
• Cared for children by interacting with them
• Targeted activities to appropriate ages
• Promoted problem solving and a positive self-image
• Kept a clean and tidy environment
• Kept calm and alert during stressful situations
• Developed positive relationships with coworkers and supervisors
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
5/2018-7/2018
Behavioral Ecology Research with Gambusia affinis
Supervised by Dr. Craig Sargent at the University of Kentucky
• Behavioral research was conducted to help determine the migration of Gambusia affinis from the South Western to the North Eastern United States. Behavioral patterns such as interacting with a predatory fish and socializing within the population were examined.
1/2016-5/2016
Social Psychology Research
Supervised by Sarah Beth Bell at the University of Kentucky
• Research was conducted to examine the impact of acetaminophen consumption on the cheating behaviors of college students at the University of Kentucky. Duties within this lab included administering medication, presenting computerized tasks/questionnaires, and dispensing monetary rewards.
SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS:
• CANVAS
• Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Skills
• Management Skills
• Microsoft Office
• Problem Solving
• Scheduling
• Strategic Planning
• College Reading and Learning Association Certified Tutor
AFFILIATIONS:
• William C. Parker Diversity Scholar
• Student Support Services
• Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity
• STEMCats Living Learning Program
REFERENCES
Cassandra J. Johnson, MSW
Counselor
University of Kentucky
725 Rose St. Suite 443
Multidisciplinary Science Building
Lexington, KY 40536
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Valerie Rister, M.Ed
725 Rose Street
#443 Multidisciplinary Science Building
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40536
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Samantha Michele Maphis
801 East Brannon Rd APT# 331
Nicholasville, KY 40356
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EDUCATION:
8/2015- 5/2019
University of Kentucky
Major: Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Minor: Psychology
GPA: 3.488
WORK EXPERIENCE:
5/2018-Present
Tutor Coordinator at Student Support Services
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40508
• Monitor all tutoring operations
• Train new and returning tutors
• Interview perspective tutors
• Provide predictive and trend data to forecast tutoring need
• Create training materials for returning tutors
• Assist in interviewing perspective tutors
• Maintain a high level of customer service in handling issues with the tutoring operations
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrate respect for others
1/2018-Present
Peer Tutor at Student Support Services
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40508
• Prepared lessons and materials for tutoring sessions
• Implemented learning strategies based on students’ learning styles
• Maintained documentation of sessions
• Facilitated learning and enhancement of academic skills
• Enhanced the academic success of tutees
• Discussed strategies and potential issues with Learning Specialist
6/2016- 7/2017
Childcare Provider at Taylor Tots Childcare Center
Rineyville, KY 40162
• Provided a safe and healthy environment for children’s development
• Cared for children by interacting with them
• Targeted activities to appropriate ages
• Promoted problem solving and a positive self-image
• Kept a clean and tidy environment
• Kept calm and alert during stressful situations
• Developed positive relationships with coworkers and supervisors
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
5/2018-7/2018
Behavioral Ecology Research with Gambusia affinis
Supervised by Dr. Craig Sargent at the University of Kentucky
• Behavioral research was conducted to help determine the migration of Gambusia affinis from the South Western to the North Eastern United States. Behavioral patterns such as interacting with a predatory fish and socializing within the population were examined.
1/2016-5/2016
Social Psychology Research
Supervised by Sarah Beth Bell at the University of Kentucky
• Research was conducted to examine the impact of acetaminophen consumption on the cheating behaviors of college students at the University of Kentucky. Duties within this lab included administering medication, presenting computerized tasks/questionnaires, and dispensing monetary rewards.
SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS:
• CANVAS
• Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Skills
• Management Skills
• Microsoft Office
• Problem Solving
• Scheduling
• Strategic Planning
• College Reading and Learning Association Certified Tutor
AFFILIATIONS:
• William C. Parker Diversity Scholar
• Student Support Services
• Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity
• STEMCats Living Learning Program
REFERENCES
Cassandra J. Johnson, MSW
Counselor
University of Kentucky
725 Rose St. Suite 443
Multidisciplinary Science Building
Lexington, KY 40536
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Valerie Rister, M.Ed
725 Rose Street
#443 Multidisciplinary Science Building
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40536
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