1. MARISA HIXSON
(804)335-5332 marisa.hixson.12@cnu.edu
Objective: To exercise leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal talents to promote the accomplishments
of today’s school children through the pursuance of being an elementary teacher.
EDUCATION
Christopher Newport University, GPA: 3.5/4.0 Newport News,VA
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Minor in Leadership Studies Graduation: May 2016
Coursework includes: Investigating the Biological and the Social Context of Behavior and Cognition,
Lifespan Development, Psychology Research Methods, Educational Psychology, Cognitive Psychology,
Self-Leadership, Leadership Through the Ages, Leadership Theory and Research, Cross-Cultural
Leadership, Sociology: Education, Culture, and Society
TEACHING AND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE
Girl Scouts Mechanicsville, VA
Ambassador Level Girl Scout September 1999-present
 Developed as Girl Scout by helping make Hanover community a better place
 Earned the Gold Award,which is the highest award in Girl Scouts in 2012
 Planned and executed a 65 hour project, which was a mural on the ceiling at a local elementary
school
 Integrated 13 years as a Girl Scout at CNU by being in the Girl Scout Club
Riverside Elementary School Newport News,VA
Classroom Volunteer September 2012-March 2013
 Supervised a classroom of 25 kindergarteners with classroom projects and school work
 Taught students in small groups during reading centers
 Tutored individually with some students
Education, Culture, and Society Lab Newport News, VA
Classroom Observer and Helper September 2014-November 2014
 Observed a first grade classroom
 Facilitated and motivated students during reading centers,writing, and math
 Performed assessments on students for reading words
 Evaluated students’ writing pieces
Atlee Community Church Mechanicsville,VA
Nursery / Preschool Volunteer March 2012-2014
 Worked with children from the ages of newborn-6 years old
 Stimulated kids with activities while parents were at the church service
Camp Evening Shade Pamunkey Ridge Camp, Hanover, VA
Program Aide (PA) Volunteer August 2008,2009,2010,2011
 Communicated with younger Girl Scouts, ages 6-11, one week each summer
 Supervised group of 30 girls working on earning their patches as Head Program Aide
 Coached with other PA’s as a team and used social skills to work with younger girls
MARISA HIXSON (CONTINUED)

2. (804)335-5332 marisa.hixson.12@cnu.edu
LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
President Leadership Program Newport News,VA
Member, Scholar August 2012-present
 Chosen for service and scholarship program based on leadership and academics
 Expanded leadership abilities from classroom lessons, speakers,and applied learning
 Volunteer with the Newport News Community by volunteering at elementary schools
Campus Girl Scouts Newport News, VA
Vice President and Secretary September 2013-present
 Planned implemented a Journey each semester for younger Girl Scouts to earn a badge
 Mentored a younger Girl Scout troop to achieve a Journey and their Bronze Award
 Communicated with the Girl Scout Counsel to allow younger Girl Scouts sell cookies at CNU
 Directed a tour at CNU for older Girl Scouts where they can ask about the college process
Alpha Phi Omega - National Co-ed Service-Based Fraternity Newport News, VA
Member November 2013-present
 Participated in many service projects on campus and the Newport News Community
 Expressed and contributed ideas for service projects for the brotherhood at service committee
meetings
 Volunteered to be on a committee to review important documents of the fraternity
WORK EXPERIENCE
Source for Teachers Newport News, VA
Substitute Teacher June 2015-present
 Responsible for elementary students during the school day
 Maintain classroom activities and work while teacher is out
 Educate students on their normal school schedule
Tropical Smoothie Café Newport News and Mechanicsville, VA
Shift Leader / Cashier March 2012-present
 Greeted customers and took their food and smoothie orders
 Made and delivered food and smoothies in a fast-paced,team environment
 Account for the money at the end of the shift and close the store
Burkwood Swim and Racquet Club Mechanicsville, VA
Childcare Supervisor June 2008-August 2012
 Supervised children ages 6 months-12 years old
 Created a place for children to explore and learn by doing fun activities
 Worked with students while parents were exercising in the gym