Merrick Robinson

Experience

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  McHenry County

  May 2016 - Aug 2016

  Field Service Specialist - Richmond Township Assessor's Office

  -Surveyed Township properties in a team setting using a laser measurement system and transferred these dimensions into a public database using a CAD drawing software.-Interacted with members of the community to inform them about the purpose of the Assessor’s office as an advocate for the people.

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  Richmond Township

  Aug 2016 - May 2018

  Junior Trustee

  -Contributed to monthly meetings regarding Township affairs and participated in discussions and research regarding tax expenditures and the marginal benefit of community investments.-Communicated information between the local High School and the Township in regard to events and programs and helped resolve any conflicts between these parties.-Presented monthly budget and community reports to concerned members of the public.Researched formal structures of local government and introduced news regarding the proposed consolidation of township government. Show less

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  McHenry County Conservation District

  May 2019 - Aug 2019

  Educational Program Counselor

  -Responsible for collaborating with park staff to develop a curriculum for 8-12+ students in an immersive experience with weekly program theme changes.-Oversaw large groups of children and adults in fast-paced outdoor activities including shelter building, canoeing, hunting/firearm safety, and moving water fishing.

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  University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

  Jan 2020 - Dec 2021

  -Participated in social justice and inclusion training in order to provide students with a fun, educational, and comfortable living environment.-Supervised a residence hall floor of 30+ students and responsible for enforcing housing hallmarks.-Worked with other housing staff to develop comprehensive educational programs for students aimed at promoting a sense of community and the Illinois Residential Experience.- Promoted the coaching and professional development of new paraprofessional staff Show less

  • Tutor

    Feb 2020 - Dec 2021

  • Senior Resident Advisor

    Aug 2019 - Dec 2021

  • History Research Assistant

    Jan 2020 - May 2021
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  Zion-Benton Township High School

  Jan 2022 - May 2022

  Student Teacher
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  MARENGO COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 154

  Jul 2022 - now

  Teacher