Carissa Kazee is seeking a career in psychology. She has a Master's degree in General Psychology from the University of North Florida expected in Fall 2016 and a Bachelor's degree in General Psychology from UNF in 2013. Her experience includes working as a Head Start Practicum student, research lab manager at UNF, and assistant ABA instructor at The Jericho School for Autism. She also has experience working as an office assistant at UNF and as a bartender and server.

1. Carissa L. Kazee
2632 Ernest Street
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(561)779-4072
C.Kazee@unf.edu
Education
M.S., General Psychology, University of North Florida, expected Fall 2016
GPA: 3.7
B.S., General Psychology, University of North Florida, 2013
Concentration in Child Psychology
Dean’s List – Fall 2012 & Spring 2013
GPA: 3.1
A.A., Palm BeachState College, 2010
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
GPA: 3.6
Academic-Related Experience
Head Start Practicum, Spring 2012
Course work in Practicum in Applied Psychology (PSY 4945)
 Supervise children during classroom and recess times;
 Implement IEPs;
 Assist clients with work and school preparation;
o For example: aid in resume building, completing FAFSA online, and assist
in completion of college applications.
 Engage in communication development at family-style meals;
 Update contact list to meet DCF Compliance regulations; and
 Administer preliminary eye exams and hearing tests.
SPSS Training, 2011-2016
 Developed working knowledge of SPSS through activities assigned in the
following courses:
o Research Methods in Psychology (PSY 3213 & PSY 3213L);
o Cognitive Psychology (EXP 3604);
o Experimental Cognitive Psychology (EXP 3680C);
o Experimental Social Psychology (SOP 3214C);
o Psychological Testing (PSY 4302C); and
o Research Design and Analysis (PSY 6217);
o Statistical Methods for the Social Sciences (STA 5126).

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ResearchLab Manager, 2015-2016
 Coordinate meetings with undergraduates and faculty advisor;
 Update member list when needed;
 Send reminder and follow-up emails pertaining to lab meetings;
 Assist undergraduates and fellow students with meta-analysis research, coding,
and analyzing data; and
 Introduce new lab members to the research team and procedures.
SONA Research at UNF, 2011-2013
 Participate in studies conducted by UNF’s Psychology Department.
Poster Presentations
Kazee, C., Sedghi-Khoi, A., & Mann, A. (2016). Bullying and ASD. Poster presented at the
SOARS Conference at the University of North Florida, Jacksonville, Florida.
Wallace, B., Kazee, C., Richard, F., Mann, A., & Fisak, B. (2015). The Prevention of Child and
Adolescent Anxiety: A Follow-Up Meta-Analysis. Poster presented at the Southeaster
Psychological Association, Hilton Head, South Carolina.
Work Experience
Assistant ABA Instructor April 2013-June 2013
The Jericho School for Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities
 Provide one-on-one attention to utilize highly structured behavioral treatment
plans tailored to child with Autism’s individual needs and goals;
 Utilize principles of behavior analysis to help students improve social, play,
academic, and language skills in school and playground environment;
 Reinforce positive behaviors while ignoring or intervening when student exhibits
undesirable behaviors;
 Evaluate the effectiveness of student’s behavioral treatment plan and suggest
changes as necessary;
 Record student’s daily activities such as bathroom visits (if in potty training
program) and behavioral goals met and not yet met;
 Effectively and calmly respond to potential crisis situations such as aggressive or
ill students; and
 Communicate in a professional and respectful way with parents and colleagues.
Office Assistant, May 2013 – Present
University of North Florida Psychology Main Office
 Answer phone in a professional and respectful manner and direct calls and
messages to appropriate colleague;
 Answer student and faculty questions and direct them to appropriate place;

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 Assist faculty with jobs such as printing, scanning, and grading tests and
assignments;
 Schedule testing, conference room and research rooms usage; and
 Order and organize supplies and supply closet.
Bartender & Server, 2008 – November 2014
T.G.I. Friday’s Restaurant
 Provide individualized attention and customer service that goes above and beyond
Friday’s expectations;
 Equip fellow wait-staff with key techniques for successful up-sale of alcoholic
beverages;
 Demonstrate superior memory skills;
 Exhibit advanced multi-tasking skills;
 Input customer orders into Micros POS system with accurate notation of customer
modifications;
 Recommend and suggest menu items based on customer taste;
 Maintain the bar area; and
 Ensure the workplace meets EcoSure cleanliness standards.
Skills
Key Skills
 Speak effectively and confidently in public;
 Listen attentively;
 Delegate and prioritize tasks and people effectively;
 Detail oriented;
 Set goals and meet guidelines;
 Write clearly and concisely;
 Punctual;
 Openly express ideas;
 Accept responsibility;
 Provide productive feedback; and
 Present well thought out solutions to resolve issues.
Computer Skills
 Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including: Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, and Outlook;
 Working knowledge of SPSS;
 Proficient in social media sites including: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+,
and YouTube; and
 Working knowledge of Micros POS.

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References
 Angela Mann – Faculty Advisor– 904-620-1633
o 1 UNF Drive, Department of Psychology, Jacksonville FL, 32224
 Alicia Crystalus – Office Manager – 904-620-1699
o 1 UNF Drive, Department of Psychology, Jacksonville FL, 32224
 Kenn Tucker – Administrative Secretary– 904-620-2807
o 1 UNF Drive, Department of Psychology, Jacksonville FL, 32224