Rachel bartram
· 225 State Street, La Crosse, WI 54601 · +1 (414)-
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Current copy editor for Kaplan Professional looking to expand editing skills and gain experience with an organization whose mission and values reflect my own.
Skills
B.S. in English Education
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Copy editing and proof reading
Concept development
Microsoft and Adobe experience
Success in flexible work environment
Organization and attention to detail
Deadline-driven
Professional Experience
MAY 2019- cURRENT La Crosse, WI
aSSOCIATE cOPY eDITOR, kAPLAN pROFESSIONAL
• Proofread and review all print and electronic content for correct grammar and adherence to house style.
• Perform research into content questions and grammatical concerns to verify details.
• Partner with copywriter to develop B2B and B2C content aligning with brand image and message.
• Consistently meet deadlines and provide a quick turnaround for proofing.
May 2018 - Current La Crosse, WI
Writing tutor, Western Technical college
• Guide students one-on-one through various steps in the writing process, including brainstorming, researching, outlining, writing, revising, and editing.
• Instruct students from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds to help them to improve their writing skills and excel in school.
• Discuss studying strategies and recommended courses of action to help students meet their writing goals.
• Foster positive working relationships with students, fellow employees, and staff.
Aug 2018 - Jan 2019 sparta, wi
Student teaching experience, sparta high school
• Created and implemented developmentally-appropriate curriculum that addressed individual and whole class learning styles for over 100 students.
• Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement.
• Taught class sizes ranging from 20-30 students in various stages of cognitive, linguistic, social, and emotional development.
• Observed and assessed student performance and maintained thorough records of progress, both formal and informal.
• Used a variety of teaching techniques to encourage student critical thinking and discussion in English literature and composition.
May 2018 - Aug 2018 La Crosse, wi
Grant writing internship, university of wisconsin- la crosse
• Collaborated with It Make$ Cents! and the Scholarship Resource Center on behalf of the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) to identify and accomplish institutional objectives.
• Crafted two full grant requests and proposals for needs in student financial wellness, scholarships, and research-specific areas.
• Investigated potential funding sources, including state and federal programs and non-profit foundations.
• Adhered to established guidelines for style, content, and grammar to provide an optimal view of the organization.
• Reviewed staff work and gave comprehensive and constructive feedback.
March 2018 - july 2018
content creator, The Odyssey online
• Wrote and published weekly original content and relatable pieces for Odyssey’s website of at least 500 words.
• Promoted targeted content through various social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, posting to at least three platforms each week.
• Monitored website and social media traffic to increase viewership.
Education and training
Fall 2018
B.s. in English Education, University of Wisconsin- la crosse
• Dean's List Honoree [Spring 2016- Fall 2018]
• 3.510 GPA
Fall 2018
edtpa certification, University of Wisconsin- la crosse
• Certification to teach 6th-12th grade
Fall 2014
High School Diploma, Muskego high school
• Muskego, WI, United States
Volunteer experience
Spring 2016 - Fall 2016
Mentoring and readiness for college tutoring program, University of Wisconsin- la crosse
• Assisted students in learning various subject matter at the secondary level including essay writing, presentations, and analyzing literature.
• Set grade appropriate short-term and long-term goals with students to achieve during the semester.
• Assessed students’ academic progress during the semester.
Spring 2016 - Fall 2016
I am that girl, University of Wisconsin- la crosse
• Created and posted social media content on a weekly-basis that aligned with the organization’s values and goals.
• Participated in and hosted at least five events on and off campus that brought together both college students and community members in the area.
Rachel bartram
· 302 10th street North, La Crosse, WI 54601 · +1 (414)-
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References
Thomas jesse Kirsten moffler-daykin brittney greeno
Title: Assistant Professor Title: Communications Specialist Title: Grant Writer Associate
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