1. Carla R. Nelson
2777 Noble Fir Court • Woodbridge, VA 22192 • Phone: (703) 565-8025 • nelsoncr@dukes.jmu.edu
CAREER OBJECTIVE:
Desire a challenging role in a leading company where my penchant for solving complex and interesting problems, creativity
and skills can be capitalized upon while increasing my value to the company in the area of electronic discovery/forensics.
EDUCATION:
August 2007-Present: James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
Major: Mathematics
Minor: Computer Sciences
Current GPA 2.724
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Completed Courses Include:
- Calculus I, II, III
- Computer and Numerical Algorithms
- Linear Algebra and Differential Equations
- Number Theory
- Fundamental Concepts of Geometry
- Probability and Statistics
- Discrete Mathematics
- History of Mathematics
- Abstract Algebra I
- General Chemistry I & Lab
- Problem Solving Approaches in Science and Technology
- Computer Science and Algorithm Development
- Computer Science and Discrete Structures I
September 2004 - June 2007: Gar-Field Senior High School, Woodbridge, VA
Advanced Diploma
International Baccalaureate Certificate
GPA 3.83
EDUCATION RECOGNITION: Honors Graduate
National Honors Society
Youth Leadership Council
Who’s Who Among American High School Students
INVOLVEMENT IN THE COMMUNITY:
• Annual volunteer at the Expanding Your Horizons conference at James Madison University. This is a conference
filled with numerous workshops organized by the faculty and volunteers, to encourage interest among young girls in
math through hands-on activities and promote awareness of opportunities in math and science careers.
• Volunteer to the Woodbridge Little League; this includes working concessions, running the seasonal team portrait
days, organizing team functions, distributing team equipment and uniforms.
• Volunteer to the Amateur Athletic Union; organized basketball tournaments for younger boys and girls ages 10 – 18.
• Volunteer to the Girl Scouts of the USA; working with younger girls to help boost their self esteem and to help boost
their community involvement through numerous functions and activities.
• Volunteer for the Big Brother Big Sister Organization; provided comfort to the little sister to build her self esteem
while guiding her through her elementary years.
• Mathematics Tutor in Department of Mathematics of James Madison University, Spring 2009.
• Fostered stray animals at the SPCA Animal Shelter of Rockingham/Harrisonburg, Virginia.
SPECIAL SKILLS:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Experience in: Java, Fortran 90, R, LaTeX
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Restaurant Server:
August 2010 – Present Dave’s Downtown Taverna
121 South Main Street
Harrisonburg, Va 22801

2. May 2006 – April 2010 Chili’s Bar & Grill of Woodbridge
14432 Gideon Drive
Woodbridge, Va 22192
Chili’s Bar & Grill of Harrisonburg
1752 East Market Street
Harrisonburg, Va 22801
• Greeted guests and provided assistance in seating the customers wherever comfortable.
• Monitored and directed phone calls to appropriate persons.
• Responsible for providing assistance to those ordering through carryout.
• Oversaw all actions taking place on the Expo Line; including preparing food, preparing drinks, organizing and
directing the proper meals to the proper customers.
• Communicated complicated table orders to the cooks to provide for a smooth running shift.
• Cared for each guest and served each table in a very personable fashion.
• Responsible for making hospitality a number one priority in assuring each guest’s dining experience is excellent.
• Responsible for conducting financial transactions for every table, and providing a correct cash-out report at the end of
every shift.
Sales Associate:
Spring 2007 – Summer 2007 Hollister Co.
2700 Potomac Mills Circle #301
Woodbridge, Va 22192
• Cleaned and organized the store.
• Addressed customer concerns.
• Entrusted to work with a team of associates trained in conducting financial transactions including nightly deposits.
• Interacted with management to create innovative ways to attract clientele.
• Followed corporate policies and procedures to complete accurate time and attendance requirements.
Gymnastics Instructor:
June 2002 – August 2003 Bounders Gymnastics
Woodbridge, Va 22192
• Coached gymnastics to young children, ages 4 – 12.
• Coached girls ages 9-12 on a Competitive Gold Team in the Mason Dixon League.
• Taught skills I have acquired over the ten years that I had participated in gymnastics, including being on a USA
gymnastics team.
• Responsible for addressing parents about concerns relating to their child.
• Responsible for collecting gym fees from the parents and registering their children.
• Trained prospective employees on the policies and procedures of the company.
• Choreographed many routines for the girls on the Competitive Gold Team, and prepared them for their competitions
on a regional and state level.
• Director of public functions such as private birthday parties and private camps.
• Taught private lessons to children who needed extra help in particular areas.
CLUB RECOGNITION/SPORTS:
• Current member of the James Madison University Math and Statistics Club.
• Member of the Gar-Field High School Math Club.
• Member of the National Honor Society.
• Competitor on the Gar-Field High School Cheerleading Squad; 5 consecutive District titles, 3 consecutive Regional
titles, and ranked at a State level. Performed at school functions, football games, basketball games, and at State level
Competitions.
• Competitor on the Gar-Field High School Gymnastics Team; District Champions.
• Member of the Gar-Field High School Volleyball Team.
• Competitor on the Northern Virginia Tigers All Stars Competitive Cheerleading Team.
• Received numerous awards in cheerleading, volleyball, and gymnastics.
• Served as captain for the high school volleyball team at Gar-Field.
• Competitor for Bounders Gymnastics and Featherstone Gymnastics Centers.