Makinzee Ann Kazeck is a student at the University of Minnesota pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology with an anticipated graduation date of May 2016. She has experience working as a daycare substitute and personal care assistant. Makinzee has also completed observational experiences in occupational therapy at Mayo Clinic and Stanley Jones and Associates. She is currently a research assistant designing a study on Developmental Coordination Disorder. Makinzee is also involved in leadership activities such as Colleges Against Cancer and a Pre-Occupational Therapy Student Group.

1. Makinzee Ann Kazeck
October 17, 1993
EDUCATION
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN
College of Education and Human Development Anticipated Graduation May 2016
Bachelors of Science, Kinesiology
GPA 3.2
University of Minnesota Discovery Scholarship 2014- Present
Rochester Community and Technical College Rochester, MN
Undecided January 2014 - August 2014
GPA 3.33 August 2012 - May 2013
National Honors Society
JOB EXPERIENCES
Daycare Substitute Rochester, MN
January 2012 - Present
 Offering guidance and caretaking of children ages four months to seven years old on daily tasks.
 Teaching children basic education skills and hygiene, along with providing safe and nurturing environments
for growth.
Personal Care Attendant Minneapolis, MN
August 2015- Present
 Supervision for safety and assistance of activities of daily living to client with Spastic Cerebral Palsy.
 Strengthening exercises to improve tone and range of motion to maintain optimal level of functioning.
 Redirection, monitoring, and prompting client to complete activities of daily living performances.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Occupational Therapy Observations, Mayo Clinic Department of Rehabilitation Rochester, MN
May 29, July, August 2014- Present
 Observing Sharon Nelson, an Occupational Therapist with emphasis on elderly care, spine, and brain.
 Collaborating with medical team on patient diagnosis and exercise rehabilitation therapy course of action.
Observations Stanley Jones and Associates Incorporated Rochester, MN
August 2015
 Assisting home care and outpatient therapy providers specializing in physical therapy, occupational therapy,
and speech therapy services.
 Observing therapy sessions consisting of patients of all ages and a variety of disabilities in promoting healthy
lifestyle changes in a safe environment.
RESEARCH
Research Assistant Minneapolis, MN
August 2015- Present
 Designing research study alongside Dr. Michael Wade at the University of Minnesota Kinesiology Department.
 Organizing research groups to study Developmental Coordination Disorder in children and how it functions
across individuals and circumstances.
 Performing data analysis to formulate conclusions and outcomes to improve patient outcomes.
TRAINING
Certificate of Personal Care Assistant Training Minneapolis, MN
August 27, 2015
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification Rochester, MN
January 2016
LEADERSHIP
Colleges Against Cancer Member, Director of Survivor Recruitment Minneapolis, MN
September 2014 - Present
 Responsibilities include contributing to discussion, helping raise funds, supporting new ideas, and raising
awareness about cancer and how we as a society can make a difference.
 Organize information booths, posters, and social media posts for various types of cancer.
 Manage Relay for Life – an event supporting cancer survivors that raises community awareness.
726 11th Ave SE Minneapolis, MN 55414 507-951-5076 kazec004@umn.edu

2. Pre-Occupational Therapy Student Group, University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN
August 2014- Present
 Educate students in the community on principles and opportunities within the field of Occupational Therapy.
VOLUNTEERING
Special Olympic Games Minneapolis, MN
March 2015
 Interacted with disabled children to promote learning and fundamental skills that can be used on and off the
field.
 Coordinated games to encourage pleasurable competition amongst ages sixto 60 to compete to the best of
their abilities.
 Assisted games to promote positive learning strategies for the children.
Miracle Field Volunteer Rochester, MN
June & July 2009 - 2014
 Interacted with youth from ages five to fourteen with a variety of disabilities at a specialized baseball field
and provided them with a positive experience filled with activities.