Ashlyn Rose Hickman has over 4 years of experience as a water safety instructor and lifeguard. She has a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Concordia University Irvine and a diverse background including positions as a substitute teacher, zoo volunteer, and science instructor. Her skills include teaching, research, communication, and working with people of all ages.

1. Ashlyn Rose Hickman
123 N. Springview Drive  Enterprise, AL 36330  Phone: (623) 340-4406  E-Mail: navybrat41@gmail.com
Professional Summary
Experience of 4+ years as a water safety instructor (infant to adult) and lifeguard. Experience in animal care for
primates, aves, baby animals, and quarantined animals. High school and college graduate with a Bachelors of
Arts in Biology. A well rounded list of volunteer positions to bring diversity in knowledge. Experience in lab
research and data analysis. Reliable, efficient, professional, and enthusiastic in tasks given. Diversified skills
include teaching, research, office skills, organization, and human relations. Excellent phone and digital
communication skills.
Experience
Substitute Teacher 08/2016 to Present
Appleton Talent: Enterprise, AL
Responsible for teaching students K-8 and High School when a teacher could not be in his/her classroom.
Flexible hours were required for this job; teachers get sick or have emergencies last minute and apply for a
substitute online. Teachers leave a lesson plan in the classroom and as the substitute teacher your duty is to
follow the lesson plan to ensure students receive the education standard required.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Staffing and Services: Dothan, AL 08/2016 to Present
Responsible for teaching students K-8 and High School when a teacher could not be in his/her classroom.
Flexible hours were required for this job; teachers get sick or have emergencies last minute and apply for a
substitute online. Teachers leave a lesson plan in the classroom and as the substitute teacher your duty is to
follow the lesson plan to ensure students receive the education standard required.
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor 02/2012 to 02/2016
City of Peoria Aquatics: Peoria, AZ
Instructed and lifeguarded 4+ years for the Sunrise Mountain Pool. Instructed swim lessons for parent-infant,
parent-tot, and introduction to preschool through pre competition swim. Certified as a lifeguard with the
American Red Cross. Worked as a cashier/office assistant in the office to sign students up for lessons as well
as take payments, direct calls, and enter data information.
Volunteer Science Fair Judge 04/2016
Salem Lutheran School: Orange, CA

2. Volunteer science fair judge for the 7th grade students at Salem Lutheran School. Responsible for reading
through all the science projects and grading the student’s ability to apply the scientific method to their own
projects.
Independent Microbiology Research Study 08/2015 to 12/2015
Concordia University Irvine: Irvine, CA
Independent research study was done under the advisement of a faculty member. The study focused on the
affects of different household cleaning chemicals on Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli.
After School Science Instructor 03/2015
Village of Hope: Tustin, CA
Designed a lesson plan and taught an after school science program to children ages 5-12. Students learned
about soil content and learned that nutrient rich soil enhances plants growth.
Zoo Volunteer/ Intern 05/2012 to 08/2012
Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium: Litchfield Park, AZ
Worked one on one with a zookeeper to feed, clean, administer medication, and assess animal behavior.
Worked primarily with primates, aves, baby animals, and quarantine animals.
Annual Phoenix Children’s Hospital Memorial Service Volunteer 2006 to 2012
Phoenix Children’s Hospital: Phoenix, AZ
Volunteered annually for the Phoenix Children’s Hospital Memorial Service through the NICU. Worked
with children from the families who lost a loved child. Encouraged children to draw pictures and write
memories down for the hospitals time capsule.
Volunteer for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society 2006 to 2012
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society: Phoenix, AZ
Volunteer for Relay for Life 2008 to 2011
Relay for Life Foundation: Peoria, AZ
Education
Bachelor of Arts- Biology 08/2012 to 05/2016
Concordia University Irvine: Irvine, CA
Minor in Art
High School Diploma 08/2008 to 05/2012
Sunrise Mountain High School: Peoria, AZ
Varsity Swim and Tennis all 4 years
Math Tutor: Fall 2011 and Spring 2012

3. Certificate of Completion: Administering Emergency Oxygen 08/2015
American Red Cross
Certificate of Completion: Lifeguard/ First Aid/ CPR/ AED 08/2015
American Red Cross
Certificate of Completion: NIH Laboratory Safety and Training 101 08/2015
Division of Occupational Health and Safety: Online
Certificate of Completion: NIH Introduction to Lab Safety 08/2015
Division of Occupational Health and Safety: Online
Skills
 Relationship Builder with Interpersonal Skills
 Ability to Effectively Teach Children and Adults
 Biological, Ecological and Natural Science Skills
 Analyzing Data
 Exceptional Listener and Communicator
 Critical Thinker
 Biology Research Skills- Lab and Field
 Computer Literate
 Adapt New Techniques
 Professional