1. Laura Dunlavy
204 FolsomSt,AptC, Brookings,SD57006-(320) 894-6929- laura.dunlavy@jacks.sdstate.edu
Objective: To obtain a teaching position in order to impart the knowledge and skills necessary for
individuals to create healthy, active lifestyles.
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Education
South Dakota State University Willmar Senior High School
Brookings, SD Willmar, MN
Bachelor of Sciences in Physical Education Graduated May, 2010
Minor in Health Education, Recreational Cumulative GPA: 3.81
Administration and Equine Studies
Cumulative GPA: 3.683
Expected Date of Graduation: December 2014
Teaching Experience
PS II Student Teaching, Madison, SD: January-May 2014
PS III Student Teaching, Brookings, SD: August-December 2014
Intercollegiate Athletics
Represented SDSU,Division I NCAA Equestrian Team 2010-Present
Served as SDSU Student Athlete Advisory Committee Member 2010-2014
Earned NCAA Academic All-American, First Team 2012-2014
Presented with SDSU Athletic Impact Award 2014
Earned NCAA Strength and Conditioning All-American 2014
Awarded NCAA Reining All-American, First Team 2012-2013
Awarded SDSU Equestrian Iron-Jack Strength and Conditioning 2010-2013
Received Athlete of the Year award for SDSU Equestrian Team 2011-2012
 Devoted 35+ hours per week to athletics in addition to maintaining full-time student status
 As team captain for 2013-2014, led team and ensured group worked harmoniously together to
achieve goals
 Organized events and community service through Student Athlete Advisory Committee
 Exercised leadership skills along with practicing self-discipline in and outside of the arena
 Demonstrated commitment and responsibility toward fellow teammates and coaches through
genuine respect and dedication
 Initiated Team Building activities to promote a cohesive and supportive group.
Professional Certifications
 CPR/First Aid
 Coaching Softball/Baseball
Work Experience
Healthy Active Willmar Kids Willmar, MN 2008 to 2011, 2014
Mentor
 Provided underprivileged children with a role-model
 Reported abuse and neglect
 Stimulated desire to play games and interact
 Encouraged physical activity and participation
 Led youth in storm shelter improvement project
Pioneer Hybrid Seed Company, Willmar, MN-2012 to 2014
 Encouraged youth to work as a team in fields
 Led pollination crews

2. Laura Dunlavy
204 FolsomSt,AptC, Brookings,SD57006-(320) 894-6929- laura.dunlavy@jacks.sdstate.edu
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 Motivated youth to provide quality work
 Upheld accuracy standards with pollination crew
 Collected data from fields
 Thinned rows of corn and organized seed packets
 Cleaned and tidied base buildings
 Horse Riding Lesson Instructor, 2009 to present
Riding Instructor
 Coached riders on proper body position and horse handling
 Developed both riding and showmanship skills
 Promoted safety practices with horses
 Encouraged beginning riders
 Brought youth to area horse shows
The Oaks Restaurant, Willmar, MN-2010 to 2012
Waitress
 Provided service to customers
 Kept server station clean and tidy
 Set up for weddings
 Organized tables for events
Willmar Community Education and Recreation, Willmar, MN-2007 to 2010
 Coached youth in numerous sports and recreational activities
 Encouraged leadership and teamwork
 Organized practices and drills each day
 Promoted positive attitudes and effort
Volunteer Experience
 Tutored students in reading at the Mickelson Middle School
 Volunteered at Brookings, South Dakota area Harvest Table for the less privileged
 Raised funds for Brookings, South Dakota Project Joy
 Served as a teacher for Educator For A Day in Brookings, South Dakota Middle School
 Assisted in Bell Ringing for the Red Kettle with the Salvation Army
 Helped at Brookings, South Dakota Humane Society
 Devoted time in Brookings, South Dakota area Nursing Homes
 Collected food for the Brookings, South Dakota Food Pantry
 Donated time at SDSU National Woman’s Day
 Helped with SDSU Fast Break Basketball Clinic
 Raised funds for a Relay For Life team
 Assisted at Brookings, South Dakota Penny Carnival for children
References
Megan Rossiter- Head SDSU Woman’s Equestrian Team Coach (605) 690-7630
Tracy Nelson- Physical Education Teacher Education Advisor (605) 690-3898
Staci Carlson- Deubrook Elementary Physical Education Teacher (605) 794-1151