Siobhan Lyons
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Campus Address Brandeis University MB 1912 Waltham, MA 02454
EDUCATION Brandeis University Waltham, MA 02454 B.A. in American Studies and Education Studies Minor: English Graduation, Expected May 2010 Overall GPA: 3.43, Major GPA: 3.68 Relevant Courses: Public Speaking, Exploring Secondary Teaching, Introduction to Literary Method, Psychology of Adolescence and Maturity, Language Acquisition and Development, Secondary School Theory in Practice
ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS Member, Brandeis University Swimming and Diving Team, Fall 2006 - present
Swim Instructor, Brandeis University Swimming and Diving Team Fundraising, Fall 2006- Fall 2008
Committed more than 25 hours a week to practice and competition. Achieved five All Time Top Ten Times in the history of the team. In addition to regularly scheduled practices, participated in running and weight training regiment independently. Team captain 2009-2010. Coached children ages 5-13. Supervised games and activities for young swimmers. Educated children in proper aquatic safety.
Junior/Senior Formal Planning Committee
HONORS AND AWARDS University Athletic Association All Academic Recognized student-athlete maintain a GPA of 3.30 or higher. Dean's List Accomplished a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
WORK EXPERIENCE McDevitt Middle School Waltham, MA Student Teacher Applied my knowledge of literature and English language arts Guided learning in the areas of literature and English language arts Developed instructional skills Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation Fitchburg, MA Lifeguard 1 Supervised all swimming activities. Provided surveillance during aquatic activities to prevent injury. Performed rescues as necessary. Supplied First Aid and medical assistance when required. Brandeis University Athletics Department Waltham, MA Front Desk Attendant Welcomed visitors to Brandeis. Introduced prospective students and athletes to the Brandeis athletic facilities.
SKILLS / STRENGTHS Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong leadership skills. Brandeis University Swimming and Diving Team Captain 2009-2010. Outstanding organizational skills. Successfully balanced school, a job, and swimming. Proficient in Macintosh, Microsoft Windows and Word.
09/09 - 12/09
05/07 - present
02/08-present
Certified in Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Lifeguarding and First Aid for the Professional Rescuer.