Anja Kent, MS

Experience

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  The Keiki Paddle

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2017

  Non-Profit Junior Advisory Board Member

  I was on the board of a non-profit organization that seeks to raise money for kids with life-threatening illnesses. I gained writing and fundraising experience in the organization.

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  City of Santa Barbara

  Jun 2014 - May 2018

  Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor

  I was a lifeguard and a swim instructor (water safety instructor) for the City of Santa Barbara for children and adults. I created my own lesson plan for each swim lesson.

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  Solutions

  Feb 2020 - Sept 2020

  Rehab Aide

  I Independently worked in a facility to assist individuals with neurological disorders in learning basic ADL skills to return to normal life.

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  Antioch University Santa Barbara

  Jan 2021 - Mar 2021

  Research Assistant

  I did psychology research with a professor on COVID-19 and what type of students learn better. Do students in face to face classroom settings or online settings learn better?

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  Hearts Therapeutic Equestrian Center

  Jan 2021 - Mar 2021

  Psychology Intern

  I Interned with veterans who had PTSD and children with a range of disabilities and mental illnesses. I learned about different horse and mental health therapeutic techniques while working alongside the staff.

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  Lucia Mar Unified School District

  May 2021 - Aug 2021

  Paraprofessional

  I provided personalized instruction for children in special needs classrooms from preschool up to sixth grade. I received a promotion after my first month to paraprofessional II but was unable to take it due to having to move states for my husband who was in the military.

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  Kelly Education

  Jan 2023 - Apr 2023

  Substitute Educational Assistant

  I substituted in special needs classrooms and provided support for students with their learning. I also assisted the lead teachers and gave extra help when necessary.

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  Elysium Sanctuary

  May 2024 - now

  Fundraising Coordinator