Diane Markiewicz

30 Ganna Court  
West Seneca, NY 14224  
H:  (716) 675 0989    C:  (716) 553 1334  
[email protected]  
Education: 
The Pennsylvania State University Bachelor of Science, Secondary Education:  French Option
August 2001 - May 2005 Bachelor of Science, French:  Applied French
University Park, PA Dean's List with GPA of 3.7/4.0
   
East Allegheny High School Student teacher in a French classroom (8th Grade Exploratory French and French I - IV).
January 2005 - April 2005 Designed and executed lessons to achieve a variety of objectives through national standards.
North Versailles, PA  
   
Moshannon Valley High School Pre-Service teacher in a French classroom (Levels I-II)
October 2004 - November 2004 Planned and implemented lessons designed to accomplish specific objectives based on national standards.
Moshannon Valley, PA  
   
West Seneca East Senior High School New York State Regents Diploma (Magna Cum Laude)
September 1997 - June 2001  
West Seneca, NY  

 

 Working Experience:
Pennsylvania State University Tutor:  Comprehensive Studies Program
 
  • January 2003 - Current
  • Help international students with college courses and enhance understanding and use of English language and American culture
  Tutor:  University Learning Center
 
  • January 2003 - current
  • Assist students in French acquisition
Southtowns Family Branch YMCA Camp Counselor:  Gymnastics Camp Program
 
  • Summer 2003, Summer 2004, Summer 2005
  • Assistant Camp Director and Gymnastics Coach for campers ages 5-12 years old.
America Online Online Tutor:  Foreign Language
 
  • February 2000 - September 2002
  • Tutor online members (middle school and high school students) in French language acquisition

 

Volunteer Experience:
Lion Scouts Organization Volunteer Tour Guide for The Pennsylvania State University
 
  • November 2002 - November 2004
Second Mile Organization Volunteer "College Friend"
 
  • September 2001 - December 2004
  • Assist risk children (ages 5-12) at organized events
  • Help children to improve social skills and monitor their community service goals
West Seneca Girls Softball Association Volunteer Softball Coach
 
  • Summer 2001 - current
  • Teach fundamental skills, mentor team spirit, and increase motor development (girls 5-14 years of age)
International Conversation Program Volunteer Conversation Partner
 
  • September 2001 - December 2004
  • Meet with international student to assist improvement with English skills and American culture
Dr. Prem Chopra/Adolescent Medicine Action Learning Internship Program
 
  • September 2000 - January 2001
  • Accompany Doctor, Nurse, and Nurse Practioner during patient visits and evaluations
  • Prepare patient rooms, assist with filing, telephone calls, and other daily office duties
  • Keep weekly journal, time log, and attend weekly seminars

Honors:
National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Inducted 2003
West Seneca Students of Excellence, 2001
Kiwanis International Award, 2000, 2001
Honors Society, Inducted 2000

Language Experience: French (fluent), Spanish (basic proficiency)

Additional Information: Summer travel to stay with host family in Paris (1999-present)
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