Elyssa Cisluycis

Experience

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  West Hills Day Camp

  Jul 2008 - Aug 2008

  One-On-One Aide

  ·Aided 5 year old child with autism with day to day activities to help to improve social skills. · Created guidelines, goals and rewards in order to provide child with routine and discipline. · Monitored child’s emotional state and assessed behavioral needs to ensure a safe environment. · Supported child to increase positive behaviors and reduce interfering behaviors through the use of reinforcement procedures. · Generated daily progress reports to provide to child’s parents and camp management. · Helped child in realization of what behaviors are appropriate and how to handle certain situations that may cause anxiety. Show less

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  Crestwood Country Day School and Camp

  Jul 2009 - Aug 2011

  Counselor/Group Leader

  · Oversaw a diverse group of campers (ages 4-5 and ages 8-9) in daily activitiesincluding athletics, arts and crafts, swimming and other various activities. · Monitored child’s emotional state concerning interpersonal relationships and separation from parents while guiding them in the socialization process. · Created and maintained an atmosphere that is both safe but also enjoyable for the children. · Interacted frequently with parents concerning children’s progress and experience throughout the summer. Show less

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  West Hills Montessori Day School

  May 2010 - Jun 2010

  Temporary Teacher's Assistant

  · Aided teachers’ with any classroom activities. · Monitored children's daily activities to ensure that all students completed the necessary daily school work and were taking part in appropriate behavior and activities. · Worked alongside primary teacher to monitor the behavior of one specific student who showed similar behaviors to children with autism. · Communicated with director regarding any specific instances when improper behavior occurred and what was done to alleviate the problem. Show less

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  Chi Omega Fraternity

  Jan 2011 - Dec 2011

  Chapter Panhellenic Delegate

  · Represented Penn State chapter of Chi Omega Fraternity at weekly Panhellenic Delegate meetings with the Panhellenic Executive Board and all delegates from other chapters. · Communicated proposed votes and changes to the chapter and to Chi Omega National Headquarters including all opinions of the Panhellenic Executive Board regarding the matter and any specific details that are of importance. · Voted on behalf of the entire Penn State Chapter of Chi Omega regarding changes in anything regarding Panhellenic life. · Actively participated as a member of the Penn State chapter of Chi Omega Fraternity Executive Board and prepared organized reports concerning any topics discussed at Panhellenic Delegate meetings. · Developed ways to promote involvement in leadership positions on campus and involvement in diverse campus activities. Show less

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  Her Campus

  Nov 2011 - May 2012

  Content Writer

  •Created detailed articles describing the study abroad process including travel, leisure and personal experiences.•Provided photography of relevant sights and events taking place in host city of Florence, Italy and other cities located in Europe.•Took part in discussion with other members of Her Campus about relevant and important issues or events occurring on the Penn State campus.

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  Publishers Clearing House

  May 2012 - Oct 2012

  Social Media Intern

  •Assist in management of company’s Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and other social media accounts.•Locate and report PCH scammers while maintaining a detailed form on active spam sites.•Contact Facebook users, on behalf of Publishers clearing house, who are at risk for interaction with spammers.•Research blog sites and social media accounts for other companies that could be helpful to the marketing of Publishers Clearing House.•Write daily Tweets and Facebook Posts for the Publishers Clearing House Twitter and Facebook pages.•Create general list of tracking codes using Google Analytics for links to other Publishers Clearing House pages. Show less

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  Epilepsy Foundation of Long Island

  May 2012 - Aug 2012

  Office Management Intern

  •Educated future clients about services and general information concerning the outpatient clinic.•Obtained information concerning future clients for intake forms and referral forms necessary for desired services.•Spoke with insurance representatives about client coverage.•Worked alongside director, psychologists and other staff in order to ensure the privacy of clients and efficiency of the clinic. •Created manuals and guidelines for necessary trainings for psychologists and psychiatrists involved with the clinic.•Organized files and client information as well as helping to schedule appointments. Show less

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  Columbia University in the City of New York

  Aug 2013 - Nov 2014

  · Created a compelling summary of the increasing role of new media in everyday life with the focus on criminal and deviant behaviors· Researched and outlined integral sociological articles about the impact of technology on underground economies· Co-wrote a scholarly work that addresses the ways that sub-cultures adapt to and utilize technology· Applies qualitative research methods to gain a better understanding of the organization of sub-cultures and the influence of technology · Aided professor in creating lesson plans to ensure that the information presented is clear and engaging for students· Provided constructive comments for all papers and exams for students over the course of the semester

  • Research Assistant

    Jun 2014 - Nov 2014

  • Teaching Assistant

    Aug 2013 - May 2014
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  Macmillan

  May 2014 - Jun 2015

  Freelance Researcher

  ·Researched relevant studies including academic works that can illuminate the importance of studying human behavior·Outlined target terms and definitions for individual chapters in Intro to Sociology textbook·Generated features sections, primarily focused on the role of new media, in order to engage a diversity of undergraduate students.

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  Berkeley College

  Dec 2014 - Aug 2018

  Adjunct Professor of Sociology

  Course Taught:Introduction to SociologySociology of Marriage and FamilyTheories of Feminist ThoughtRace, Class and Gender Introduction to Applied Psychology (Freshman Seminar)Psychology of Adjustment

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  The Wood Tobe Coburn School

  Jun 2015 - Aug 2015

  Adjunct Professor

  Courses Taught:Social Media Management

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  John Jay College of Criminal Justice

  Aug 2015 - Aug 2018

  Adjunct Lecturer

  Courses Taught:Research Methods in the Behavioral SciencesIntroduction to SociologyTheories of Social OrderSocial StratificationSociology of the FamilySocial Control & GenderQualitative MethodologyAdvanced Methodology

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  College of Staten Island, City University of New York

  Aug 2016 - May 2017

  Adjunct Lecturer of Sociology

  Courses Taught:Sociology of MenIntroduction to Sociology

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  NYSUT

  May 2019 - Jul 2019

  Law Clerk & Peggy Browning Fellow

  Provided assistance prior to and during hearings by preparing for cases and examining related legal documents. Conducted extensive legal research and analysis in the field of labor and employment law. Attended and participated in a variety of ongoing matters such as disciplinary proceedings, client intakes and meetings, and proceedings at the Public Employee Relations Board.

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  National Center for Collective Bargaining in Higher Education and the Professions

  Jan 2020 - Apr 2020

  Law Clerk and Research Assistant

  Conducted comprehensive research on collective bargaining and the status of union organization in the United States and other countries. Organized and coordinated student involvement in the Center’s annual conference. Designed and executed a research project on the passage of the Farm Laborers Fair Practices Act.

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  NYSUT

  May 2020 - Aug 2020

  Law Clerk

  Assisted attorneys at the New York City office of NYSUT in preparation for administrative hearings, grievance proceedings and appearances in front of the New York State Public Employee Relations Board. Prepared legal memoranda and reviewed legal documents in support of ongoing litigation and other legal proceedings. Helped draft COVID-19 guidance on relevant state, federal and local laws pertaining to workers' rights.

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  New York State Senate

  Aug 2020 - Dec 2020

  Law Clerk

  Worked alongside and reported directly to the Counsel for Senator Todd Kaminsky. Researched current bills on the Senate floor as well as similar legislation in other states. Summarized the policy implications for particular laws of the state.

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  Victor A. Carr & Associates

  Aug 2021 - Jan 2022

  Law Clerk
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  NYSUT

  Feb 2022 - now

  Associate Counsel