Alyssa Chandler

5450 N. Winthrop Ave., Apt 407 Chicago, IL 60640 (815) 997-9893 alyssachndlr93@gmail.com Education Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, IL Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, expected May 2016 3.27/4.0 Auburn High School, Rockford, IL High School Diploma, June 2012 Work Experience Madonna House Intern, September 2013-April 2014 Chicago, IL Oversaw facility during staff meetings Constructed and led GED Program Directed calls to appropriate personnel Remained flexible due to changing needs of residents Generated monthly calendars and fliers for special events using Word and Excel Operated printer and scanner when needed Guided residents with finding job resources and filling out applications Guided students through homework Supervised children in play room while meetings are in session Passages Charter School Tutor, April 2013-January 2014 Chicago, IL Guided students through homework assignments and explained concepts when needed Facilitated classrooms with more than 10 students at a time Managed time effectively to get students ready for dismissal Communicated with students and staff to build relationships Supervised children during recess and snack time Campus/Community Activities STARS Program Mentor, August 2013-Present Chicago, IL Mentor freshman students to guide them through their college transition Organize events for mentees based on needs of first generation and students of color Communicate with mentees on a regular basis Host gathering to strengthen community bond among peers Fill out weekly reports to assess strengths and weaknesses Inform mentees about different resources and opportunities available