Sasha Gordon

7161 S. 2155 E., Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121

Phone: 801-859-6117 E-Mail: sasha.gordon.91@gmail.com

Education
University of Utah 2015-present
MS in Recreational Therapy
Related Course Work: Foundations of TR; Clinical Aspects of TR; Disability, Adaptation, & Accessibility in TR;
Assessment & Documentation in TR; Leisure Facilitation in TR; Advancement of TR; Abnormal Psychology;
Anatomy & Physiology; Human Development over the Lifespan; Change Through Positive Psychology
Honors/Scholarships: Academic scholarships each yearBrowning Scholarship, Dr. Anthony and Myrtle Simone
Endowed Scholarship, Elliott M. Wolfe Endowed Scholarship

Brigham Young University 2010-2015

BS in Elementary Education
Related Course Work: Human Development, Elementary Skills and Activities, Teaching PE for Elementary
Teachers, Multicultural Education, Foundations of Child Development, Exceptional Students: Principles of
Collaboration
Honors/Scholarships: Top ten percent in the David O. McKay School of EducationDeans List (4 semesters),
academic scholarships for 4 years

Related Work Experience

RT Intern, New Haven Residential Treatment Center Aug. 2017-Dec. 2017
Observe supervisor in group facilitation and processing
Faciltate several RT groups each week
Attend weekly treatment team meetings
Develop relationships with students to support therapeutic work
Conduct intake assessments
Write group notes for documentation after each group
Other responsibilities as directed by supervisor

Director, Brighton Girls Camp Oct. 2016-Aug. 2017

Interview and hire potential staff members
Prepare and train staff for camp
Lead the staff in camp activities
Work with camp President to resolve issues during camp
Assist in maintaining adequate records
Work with executive committee to maintain safety and effectiveness of camp
Supervise and assist staff in fulfilling camp duties

Assistant Program Director, Brighton Girls Camp Oct. 2015-Aug. 2016 / Oct. 2013-Aug. 2014
Interview and hire potential staff members
Work with the director to plan and prepare camp program
Assist in the planning, preparation, and training of staff members
Maintain the safety and upkeep of ropes courses
Responsible for equipment including: cooking equipment, Dutch ovens, ropes, rappelling, zip line, etc.
Coordinate camp activities such as ropes courses, hikes, cookouts, and other activities
Maintain safety and effectiveness of camp
5th Grade Teacher, Riverside Elementary, Jordan School District Aug. 2014-June 2015
Responsible for planning and teaching lessons in all content areas
Maintaining good classroom management
Promoting student growth and achievement
Recording student progress
Make accommodations for IEP Students and English Language Learners
Communicating with parents about student progress
Collaborating with other teachers and professionals in the school

Counselor, Brighton Girls Camp Mar. 2012-Aug. 2012

Lead and teach a group of 10-15 girls each week
Coordinate individual unit program with the outlined program of camp
Strive to meet the individual needs of the girls
Work with the director to find solutions to specific problems with campers
Teach camp certification classes
Provide basic first aid training to campers
Conduct camp activities for unit such as ropes courses, rappel, hikes, zip line, cookouts, and other activities

Other Teaching Experience

5th Grade Practicum Teacher, Rosamond Elementary, Jordan School District Spring 2014
Observed the classroom teacher to learn good teaching and management strategies
Planned and taught several lessons each day
Recorded student progress

1st Grade Practicum Teacher, Columbia Elementary, Jordan School District Fall 2013
Observed the classroom teacher to learn good teaching and management strategies
Planned and taught several lessons each day
Recorded student progress

Volunteer Experience
Advisor in Special Needs Activity Program Sept. 2014-present
Oversaw group of about 7 Special Needs Women, ages ranging from 16-65
Planned and carried out weekly activities for the class

Tutor for TOPS (Tutor Outreach Provo Schools) 2010-2011

Volunteered weekly in a first grade class

Youth Counselor in Special Needs Activity Program 2009-2010

Buddy for a special needs friends
Attended weekly activities
Supported special needs buddy in all activities

Additional Skills
First Aid, CPR, and AED Certified
Food Handlers Permit
NCI trained and Certified
Trained in proper execution and processing while conducting ropes courses and other teambuilding activities