Helen Mendenhall

134 Beaver Hall State College, PA 16802

Phone: (317) 220-1283 | Email: helen.marie2016@gmail.com

EDUCATOR EXPERIENCE
Peer Tutor for Student Athletes State College, PA
Morgan Academic Center (10 hrs/week) September 2017-December 2018
 Created and implemented study plans for each student in English, social and natural sciences, and math.
 Collaborated with students to set learning goals for their own successes.
 Adapted teaching style to fit both group and individual sessions as needed.
Teaching Assistant for Race and Ethnic Relations State College, PA
Pennsylvania State University (8 hrs/week) August 2018-December 2018
 Facilitated dialogues between small groups of 10-15 students on social justice topics such as race,
privilege, and gender norms.
 Participated in large group discussions with peer students to continue individual growth and development.
 Collaborated with a team of faculty and students on a weekly basis to discuss methods of engaging
students in conversation.

Peer Tutor Erie, PA

Harbor Creek High School (10 hrs/week) August 2014-June 2015
 Encouraged creative ways to solve math problems and taught effective test taking skills.
 Engaged small groups of 3-4 students in analyzing reading material.
 Participated in weekly discussions with supervisor and fellow tutors about different ways to assist in
students’ success.
Classroom Volunteer Hartford, CT
Dr. Ramon E. Betances Elementary School (10 hrs/semester) August 2012- June 2013
 Assisted kindergarten teachers in everyday tasks such as keeping attendance and supervising children at
lunch and recess.
 Demonstrated positive reinforcement methods while instructing students in basic concepts such as the
alphabet and numbers.
 Constructed creative and engaging bulletin boards.

Tutor East Haddam, CT

Nathan Hale Ray Middle School (Volunteer, 10 hrs) September 2013-December 2013
 Conducted one-on-one sessions for 10 elementary aged students in subjects such and math and English.
 Provided encouragement for students to ask questions when misunderstanding material during
afterschool programs.

VOLUNTEER & LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Resident Assistant State College, PA
Pennsylvania State University August 2018-Current
 Foster an inclusive community among 70 residents by organizing creative events that aid student
development.
 Support students with day-to-day stressors relating to finances, academics, and their personal lives.
  Collaborate with Co-Resident Assistants in forming events that forms a community within the building and
around campus.
 Work with Residence Life Executives to advocate for new and inventive ways to ensure students' comfort
and happiness in the residence halls and at events.
Site Development Director State College, PA
Penn State Alternative Breaks April 2018-April 2019
 Customized community service trips based on different social justice topics such as animal rights, LGBTQ+
youth outreach, and housing and food insecurity.
 Designed lessons and taught student leaders in topics relating to the importance of inclusive language and
how to facilitate reflections.
 Served as main contact to community and housing partners to ensure participants would have housing,
food, and service.
 Collaborated with other executive leaders on a weekly basis to discuss outreach and evaluate the
successes of programs created.
Site Leader November 2017
 Facilitated dialogues between participants to discuss stereotypes of those experiencing homelessness and
the programs set in place to aid those in need.
 Successfully motivated participants during long hours of service.
 Collaborated with a Co-Site Leader on a weekly basis to develop learning objectives and set personal and
group goals.
Participant 2016, 2017, 2018 (Volunteer during Fall and Spring breaks)
 Served communities while focusing on social justice topics such as animal welfare, disaster relief, eco-
restoration, homelessness, food insecurity.
Student Leader Salt Lake City, UT
University of Utah July 2018
 Attended workshops on creative ways to improve outreach and engagement for student in programs.
 Engaged in conversations discussing affordable housing alternatives in Salt Lake City.

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Biology State College, PA
Pennsylvania State University May 2020

SPECIALIZED SKILLS
 Languages: Proficient Spanish reading and speaking skills. (4 years at High School level)
 Communication: Extensive experience in facilitating dialogues/reflections on social justice topics.