Mariah Defreitas Resume 4
Mariah Defreitas Resume 4
Mariah Defreitas Resume 4
deFreitas
3 Mill Street, Woburn, MA 01801 - Mariahdefreitas1@gmail.com - 978-587-6094
EDUCATION
University of Rhode Island-Kingston, Rhode Island May 2020
Bachelor of Science: Human Development and Family Studies GPA: 3.79/4.0
Minors: Leadership Studies
Certifications: Safety-Care certified, Mental health first aid trained, Safe Zone trained, CPR certified
Honors: Dean's List 7/7 semesters, URI Class of 1942 Scholarship, Robert L. Carothers Student Leadership Endowment,
A. Robert Rainville Leadership Finalist, Human Development and Family Studies Scholarship Fund
RELEVANT COURSES
PSY 113: Introduction to General Psychology HDF 200/201: Development Across the Lifespan
PSY 471: Applied Behavioral Analysis HDF 450: Introduction to Counseling
PSY 200: Quantitative Methods and Research HDF 202: Research Methods
PSY 254: Behavior Problems and Personality Disorder HDF 310: Adolescent Growth and Development
WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Resident Assistant, University of Rhode Island Fall 2018-Present
➢ Facilitate staff development activities
➢ Act as a resource to the student staff and assist in problem-solving should the need arise
➢ Assist in student staff training for new and returning Resident Assistants, Resident Academic Mentors, and Graduate Hall
Directors
Resident Assistant, University of Rhode Island Spring 2018-Present
➢ Develop community building by creating intentional building programs
➢ Create a sense of belonging by conducting one-on-one meetings with 40 students
➢ Enforce rules and regulations of the University based on handbook policies
Mariah E. deFreitas
3 Mill Street, Woburn, MA 01801 - Mariahdefreitas1@gmail.com - 978-587-6094
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Rotaract, University of Rhode Island Fall 2017-Present
➢ Raise thousands of dollars for local charities and volunteer at over a dozen community events
➢ Collaborate with the Rotary Club of Wakefield to work on projects and events
URI 101 Mentor, University of Rhode Island Fall 2018
➢ Planned and facilitated weekly classes for a first-year student seminar
➢ Provided support and resources for 30 first-year students as they adjust to college
➢ Developed class lesson plans
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Center for Student Leadership Development, University of Rhode Island Fall 2016-Present
North Woods Challenge Course, 590 Old North Road, Kinston, RI Spring 2017- Present
➢ Manager (2018-2020), uphold property maintenance and ensure the safety of elements
➢ Facilitate team building exercises on elements for various groups of all ages and abilities
➢ Utilize communication and conflict management skills when facilitating conflict among groups
➢ Facilitate experiential learning programs based on group goals and values
Student Organization Leadership Consultant, University of Rhode Island Fall 2017-Present
➢ President (2019-present), provide a positive learning environment for facilitators
➢ Secretary (2018-2019), organized meeting minutes and communicated important information to members of the organization
➢ Assisted with consultant training by strengthening skills such as conflict management, goal setting skills, adaptability and
debriefing for new consultants
➢ Facilitator (2017-present), facilitate small group and large group initiatives
➢ Advised groups on goal setting, problem solving, critical thinking and overall team building
First Year Leaders Inspired to Excellence, University of Rhode Island Spring 2019
➢ Teacher Assistant, Inspired learning through the teaching of leadership theories and practices
➢ Gained public speaking, communication, and mentorship skills by giving presentations and leading workshops
SKILLS
Proficient in Microsoft office word and powerpoint
SPSS
Basic Portuguese oral and written