This document is a resume for Marisa Hixson, who is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Leadership Studies from Christopher Newport University. Her objective is to become an elementary school teacher to promote the accomplishments of school children. She has extensive experience volunteering in classrooms and with youth programs through Girl Scouts and her church. She also has leadership roles in campus organizations and community service programs that have helped expand her leadership abilities.

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