Caitlin Spicola
9 bis rue Paul Cornu, 14100 Lisieux FRANCEPhone: +33 06.46.73.94.60 E-Mail: caitlin.spicola@gmail.com
Profile
Bilingual, dedicated,reliable employee with strong written and verbal communication skills. Workexperience includes fast paced environments requiring attention to detail,ability to multitask, and adapt to shifting priorities. Able to interactprofessionally with the co-workers, management and the public in person and onthe telephone.
Education
The American University of Paris, Paris FRANCE starting Fall2015
MA, Cultural Translation
University of Denver, Denver CO June 2014
BA, French Language &Literature; minors in English & Psychology
Graduated with “Distinction inFrench”
Study Abroad (Fall2012): Catholic University of Paris, Paris FRANCE
University of Findlay, Findlay OH May 2011
AA,English Equestrian Studies
Experience
English Teaching Assistant – Teaching Assistant Program in France, Lisieux FRANCE
October 2014 – May 2015
Assist teachers with their English language lessons and group discussions to promote foreign language conversational skills. Prepare lesson plans, including conversation starters, educational lectures about cultural, historical and personal experiences about the United States.
Student Fundraising Representative - University of Denver CampusCall Center, Denver, CO June2013 – April 2014
Maintainedquality reputation of DU when placing fundraising calls to DU alumni. Trackedcall results in computerized system and processed donations.
Server – Blue Moon Dine-In Theater @ the Minnesota State Fair, St. Paul, MN August 2014, 2013 & 2012
Providedcustomer service through fulfillment of food order as well as maintained clean& sanitary work environment.
Camp Activities Director & Counselor - Karen Hupp Riding, Wayzata, MN June - August 2011 & 2012
Managed daily activities for children’s pony day camp including oversight of camp counselors & riding lessons.
Server - Jerry & Jesse’s Fresh Lemonade Stand, Minneapolis, MN June - August 2011
Prepared and served fresh lemonade at popular outdoor fairs and events.
Camp Manager & Counselor - Erin Meadows Farm, Hartford, WI May – August 2010
Managed activities for children’s pony day camp, including pony preparation, education sessions, riding lessons & horse shows.
Community Service
Volunteer – Altech FEI 2014 World Equestrian Games, Avranches, FRANCE August 2014
Provided security and safety as a crossing guard for not only horses and riders, but also for traffic.
Therapy Volunteer – ZEAL Program, Zuma’s Ranch & Rescue, Littleton, CO January – May 2013
Provided program assistance on weekly basis as a mentor for at-risk youth. Provided assistance in horse-related therapy sessions with a goal of enhancing youth’s communication skills, anger management, and social interactions.
Therapy Program Volunteer – WeCanRide Inc, Minneapolis, MN 2008 - 2012
Provided various volunteer services including horse and client assistance in preparation for and during therapeutic riding lessons. Provided assistance with the conditioning, feeding & care of the therapeutic program horses.
Skills and Additional Information
- Bilingual: Fluent in English and French.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Internet research and social media applications.
- Willing to travel and/or relocate.
- In process of completing training to be certified as a provider of pet therapy services on a volunteer basis.
