Amanda Lefkof

5511 Whitfield Dr Troy, Mi 48098 (248) 935-1174 ajlefkof@gmail.com www.amandalefkof.weebly.com

Objective
To obtain a position that allows me to combine my training and expertise in child development, family systems, and education to
maximize the psychosocial care and well being of children and their families enduring healthcare experiences.
Certification and Training
Michigan Provisional Elementary Teaching Certificate (K-8), endorsed and highly qualified in Language Arts and Social Studies
Eligible and intend to take the Child Life certification exam August 2014
Red Cross first aide and CPR certified (Adult, Child, and Infant)
Experience in working with students and children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
Education
University of Michigan May 2012
Bachelor of Arts in Education with Elementary Teacher Certification
GPA 3.85
Deans Award for excellence recipient 2 years in a row, awarded to the 15 highest achieving students in the School of Education
Active Member, National Society of Collegiate Scholars and Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
Ball State University 2013
Professional Practices in Child Life course on clinical and professional practices required to work in Child Life in a hospital or other
healthcare environment, taught by a CCLS
Hospital Experience
Beaumont Hospital Child Life Intern January 2014-April 2014
Rotations in acute care general pediatric and pediatric intensive care unit, Level 1 trauma emergency center, and a same day
childrens surgical center providing care to patients ranging in age from infancy to young adults with a wide variety of diagnoses
Conducted a case study of an individual patient that included researching her personal, family and healthcare variables to create a
plan of care to optimize her psychosocial well-being, followed by a subsequent evaluation of interventions and re-assessment of
patient to determine effectiveness of plan
Wrote and recorded original guided imagery scripts designed specifically to address the unique stressors our pediatric population
experience in the hospital to be used when a CCLS is unable to lead a personalized relaxation session

Beaumont Hospital Child Life Practicum Student September 2013-December 2013
Lead weekly group recreation activities to encourage creative expression and social bonding; delivered book cart to patient rooms;
and designed and implemented a literacy-based project to enhance the departments educational support



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Beaumont Hospital Patient Registrar 2006-present
Register and admit pediatric and adult patients for appointments in the Rose Cancer Centers hematology/oncology offices
Developed meaningful and lasting therapeutic relationships with pediatric cancer patients and their families through repeated and
lengthy interactions during their treatments to promote comfort, trust, and support
Teaching Experience
Substitute Teacher January 2012-present
Implemented lesson plans and classroom routines to teach and manage elementary classrooms for absent teachers in Ann Arbor
Public Schools and Troy Public Schools
2
nd
Grade Student Teacher, Lawton Elementary School September 2011-April 2012
Integrated formative and summative assessment into lessons to inform future instruction and enhance student achievement
Created a safe and positive learning environment through community building activities and consistent reinforcement of classroom
behavior norms
Worked collaboratively with colleagues and paraprofessionals to cater to the needs of 27 culturally and academically diverse learners,
including four with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and two English Language learners
Used diagnostic testing, individualized support, and differentiated activities to ease the transition and uptake of two new students
throughout the year, one who spoke no English and one with severe ADHD
Teaching Intern, Ann Arbor, Mi September 2010-April 2011
Worked with individual students, small groups, and whole classes in culturally diverse classrooms across Ann Arbor, Mi spanning
Pre-School, 1
st
, 4
th
, and 8
th
grades
Employed an interactive web tool using iPods and mobile devices as a forum for student contribution and discussion
Extensively worked one-on-one with struggling readers to improve their literacy attitude and achievement
Led group enrichment activities and worked with children one-on-one in a self-contained autistic pre-school classroom to establish
and build on social connections and communication skills
Reviewed vide of enacted lessons to reflect and improve on teaching practice
Professional Development & Activities
GLACLP Student Symposium March 2014
Great Lakes Association for Child Life Professionals Student Symposium
Attended sessions on bereavement and supporting siblings and families through times of loss, working with patients with speci al
needs, and medical play
Education in Multicultural Society Learning Unit 2011
Course on how to make use of culturally responsive practices, attending to sociopolitical contexts and the role of technology in society
and schooling with a special emphasis on multicultural thought and experience in American society