Jessica Libowitz
Here is a collection of my experiences, both academic and formal:
Education
Dickinson College, Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts, May 2015
Double Major: Sociology and Women & Gender Studies â–ª Concentration in Gender, Race, Health, and the Media
Minor in Anthropology
Honors: Baird Sustainability Fellow ▪ Dean’s List ▪ The Merrill Family Foundation Scholarship in the Humanities
University of East Anglia, Norwich, England â–ª American Studies, 2013-2014
Professional Experience
Resident Assistant â–ª The Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth â–ª Carlisle, PA â–ª June 2015 - August 2015
· Created a community that encourages and supports intellectual curiosity, rigorous thinking, and a joy for learning
· Ensured the physical and emotional safety of students
· Developed a fun, dynamic, and engaging activities program
8th Grade Literature Teacher â–ª Summerbridge Pittsburgh â–ª Pittsburgh, PA â–ª June 2014 - August 2014
· Implemented a self-created curriculum to provide students with transferable skills
· Built supportive relationships with underserved children
· Cultivated strong communication and interpersonal skills with my co-workers
Community Outreach Intern ▪ Dickinson College’s Women’s Center ▪ Carlisle, PA ▪ August 2012 – December 2012
· Designed and led events and projects such as National Coming Out Day, film screenings and discussions
· Pioneered and facilitated Dickinson College's first ever Women's Retreat
· Headed teamwork-based research and independently motivated campus-wide events
Teacher ▪ L.E.A.D. Program ▪ Bellaire Elementary School ▪ Carlisle, Pennsylvania ▪ January 2013 – December 2014
· Overcame obstacles while working with disadvantaged and underserved children
· Mentored young students in the face of challenges of their daily lives
· Taught students about leadership and problem solving through lessons on healthy lifestyles and social justice
Peer Educator ▪ Yes P.L.E.A.S.E! ▪ Dickinson College ▪ Carlisle, Pennsylvania ▪ September 2011 – Present
· Educated students on sexual violence, healthy relationships, and bystander intervention
· Empowered survivors of sexual violence and directed them to their available resources.
· Organized awareness, fundraising, and educational events around topics of reproductive justice and healthy sexuality.
Counselor and Lifeguard ▪ Camp Puh'tok ▪ Monkton, MD ▪ June 2011 – 2013
· Managed groups of up to 6 to 50 residential campers for extensive periods of time
· Integrated teaching leadership and team building skills into the daily activities for campers
· Overcame challenging work environment to create a fun and safe learning space for underserved children
Certifications and Skills
Education: Bacchus Peer Educator Certified; Safe Zone Certified by LGBTQ Services; Mentor in LGBTQ Mentorship Program of Dickinson College; Trained as a Rape Crisis Hotline and Domestic Violence Services Volunteer with the YWCA; Training in Educating and Safeguarding children about Mental Health; Writer and Photographer for the Square; Trained in quantitative research, qualitative research, content analysis, visual analysis, and other methods of research
Computer: Proficient in SPSS Data Software, Express Scribe, and MAXQDA software; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Word; Microsoft Power Point; Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, & Photoshop; Proficient with Facebook, Instagram, and other social media sites; Grant Writing, WIX, Wordpress & other e-portfolio platforms
Language: Native-speaker in English, Beginners Spanish; Intermediate Italian.
Leadership: Previous role as president of several organizations including Spectrum, LGBTQ+ group at Dickinson College; Facilitator for Sustained Dialogues; Scenic Designer and Technician of Mather’s Theater (Previously also Lighting Designer at George Washington Carver Center for Art and Technology); Navigated a year abroad coordinating research and travel across 30+ locations within 16 different countries