Samantha J.

Jackson

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
Underlying commitment and passion to advance the nutrition and health of all individuals
Excellent academic performance while being a part-time employee
Work history especially noted for reliability, cooperation, and quality work
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS
Master of Science in Food and Nutritional Sciences
Human Nutritional Sciences Concentration
University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, WI
May 2016
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
University of La Crosse, La Crosse, WI
May, 2012
INVOLVEMENT

Transfer Transition, Vice President & Secretary

(2014-2015 & 2013-2014)
University of Wisconsin Stout
Coordinated, managed and lead meetings
Assisted officers in on campus activities
Promoted organization using social media and distributing posters and flyers
Phi Upsilon Omicron Honor Society Member
(Inducted April, 2015)
University of Wisconsin Stout
Participated in service and leadership activities for the community
Activities included, Cards for Kidz and birthday bags for the local food pantry
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Member
(September, 2013 - Present)
Improved dietetics-related knowledge by reading current research
Student Dietetic Association Member
(September, 2013 - May, 2016)
University of Wisconsin Stout
Attended meetings to stay current in the field of dietetics by listening to guest speakers
and taking advantage of involvement opportunities
Psi Chi Honor Society Member
University of Wisconsin La Crosse
Attended meetings to stay current in the field of psychology

(Inducted October, 2010)

DIETETICS RELATED EXPERIENCE

Graduate Assistant to Dietetic Internship Director
(September, 2015 - May, 2016)
University of Wisconsin Stout
Assisted in completing accreditation report for dietetic internship
Completed hour, competency and site evaluation documentation for current dietetic interns
Performs administrative tasks as delegated by the internship director
Creates internship materials such as quizzes, site strengths and weaknesses, and updated
internship website
Dietary Aide
Lake Hallie Memory Care, Chippewa Falls, WI
Modifies menu items for specified diets
Records food, liquid and diet supplement intakes for residents
Demonstrates safe food handling practices
Prepares food for a resident population over 45

(June, 2015 - Present)

Document Organizer
(January, 2015 - May, 2015)
University of Wisconsin Stout
Developed material to be used for current and future micronutrient classes
Created quiz questions that outlined highlights and importance of various
micronutrients
Night Teacher
(December, 2013 - January, 2016)
ABC Daycare and Preschool, Menomonie, WI
Served meals with appropriate serving amounts to children
Demonstrated safe food handling
Lead Teacher School Age Summer Program/Assistant Teacher
(June, 2013 - August, 2014)
Leaps & Bounds Early Learning Center, LLC, Menomonie, WI
Developed a week long (5 day) lesson plan which included material on 4 food groups for
4 days, and the last day was spent on physical activity; lesson plan included food tastings, individual and group art, and reinforcement of learned material at meal times
Kept accurate food records at meals time
Served meals with appropriate servings to children
Displayed strong interpersonal skills by working with parents and children on a daily
basis
Assistant Teacher
Childfirst, West Salem, WI
Served children with appropriate serving sizes
Served meals and snacks family-style with all ages

(June, 2011 - September, 2012)

Assistant Teacher
(June, 2010 - January, 2011)
Hand in Hand, Menomonie, WI
Demonstrated correct and safe handling of food
Displayed great flexibility by working with all ages when needed

CERTIFICATIONS/TRAININGS
CBRF Fire Safety
ServSafe Certification

(August, 2015)
(September, 2013)

OTHER EXPERIENCE
Volunteer
(October, 2014 - December, 2014)
River Heights Elementary School, Menomonie, WI
Planned small group activities
Assisted students Kindergarten to fifth grade with homework
Partnered with students during free choice time for individual or group activities
Intern
(September, 2010 - December, 2010)
Riverfront, La Crosse, WI
Lead activities that developed fine motor skills for handicapped individuals
Assisted individuals in establishing critical occupational skills
Maintained client confidentiality at all times