Merritt Horan
Columbia
Summary
Experienced with creating safe and engaging environment for children. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment. Uses effective communication to interact with both children and parents, ensuring clear understanding of expectations. Track record of managing multiple tasks simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
PRISMA Health
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Followed around various Nurses, Doctors, and Surgeons in the Hospital during various weeks to learn about their careers
- Learned about patient interactions
Student Dance Teacher
Stretch and Grow
01.2025 - Current
- Teach students ages 2-5 how to do basic dance steps
- Help teach dances for an end-of-year recital
- Served as a mentor to aspiring dancers, offering guidance on career opportunities within the field of dance education.
Student Gymnastics Teacher
Stretch and Grow
01.2025 - Current
- Teach basic gymnastics skills to students ages 2-5
- Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement.
- Briefed safety rules and standards to students and spotters at beginning of classes.
- Enhanced gymnastics skills by providing personalized instruction and feedback to students.
Preschool After School Care Teacher
Heathwood Hall After School Programs
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
Dance Teacher's Assistant
Palmetto Performing Arts
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Recognized and adapted to different learning styles to productively communicate and teach materials to all students.
- Monitored student behavior to identify potential issues and address problems appropriately.
- Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
Education
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School
Cayce, SC05-2025
Skills
- Student engagement
- Safety
- Inclusivity awareness
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Public speaking
Grades
GPA: 4.83
ACT: 33
Accomplishments
- President of the National Honor Society
- Student Body Treasure
- President's Volunteer Service Award
- Palmetto Fellows Scholarship Recipient
- Scholar Athlete Nominee
Timeline
Student Dance Teacher
Stretch and Grow
01.2025 - Current
Student Gymnastics Teacher
Stretch and Grow
01.2025 - Current
Intern
PRISMA Health
03.2024 - 03.2025
Dance Teacher's Assistant
Palmetto Performing Arts
05.2023 - 08.2024
Preschool After School Care Teacher
Heathwood Hall After School Programs
08.2022 - 05.2023
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School
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