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Seeking opportunity as Assistant Clinical Professor / Director of Dietetic Internships

Nutrition Education ~ Assessments ~ Program Administration ~ Classroom Facilitation ~ Training

         Self-motivated Registered and licensed Dietitian offering substantial experience in teaching students across the age spectrum, from elementary school children to seniors.

         Possess two years experience as a teaching assistant for Global Public Health undergraduate students.

         Exceptional academic credentials including a Master s degree in Health Science Administration and a Doctoral degree in progress.

         Certified Navigating for Success Instructor (Food and Nutrition) at Ohio State University Extension, Wyandot County for past 6+ years.

         Exceptional blend of leadership, community relations, reporting, budgeting, and student relations skills.

         Solid expertise in developing and delivering instruction to maximize student interest and comprehension.

         Able to proactively cultivate and maintain collaborative relationships with faculty, students, and administrative personnel.

         Well-versed in establishing a highly supportive learning environment to foster student success.

         Adept at connecting with, motivating, and educating people from all cultures and backgrounds.

Selected Achievements:

         Championed steady growth of SNAP-Ed Central Region from eight to 20 team members in less than one year.

         Authored, received, and cost-effectively managed between $800K and $1M in regional grants each year.

         Co-wrote and successfully acquired $55K grant in coordination with Walmart and Cooking Matters.

         Standardized guidelines for regional SNAP-Ed model currently in use state-wide and being expanded nationally.

         Successfully proctored four Dietetic Internship students in community nutrition rotation up to the point of registration exam.

PhD, Extension Education Specialization in Agriculture Communication Education and Leadership (in progress), Ohio State University, anticipated graduation May 2017

Master of Science, Health Science Administration, Central Michigan University

Bachelor of Science, Dietetics, Purdue University

Dietetic Internship, Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, Ohio

Registered Dietitian, Commission on Dietetic Registration

Licensed Dietitian, Ohio Board of Dietetics

ServSafe Certified, National Restaurant Association

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Ohio State University Extension, Central Region, Columbus, OH 2012 to Present

SNAP-Ed Regional Program Specialist

         Spearhead full-scope operations for SNAP-Ed (The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education), a federally funded grant program that supports evidence-based nutrition education.

         Hire, train, coach, and supervise program staff across nine counties (30 counties prior to transition from Northeast region in Wooster, Ohio), and provide professional development opportunities to optimize personnel performance and growth.

         Methodically review and approve staff expenses according to established budget limitations.

Wyandot Memorial Hospital, Upper Sandusky, Ohio, 2002 to 2012

Consultant Dietitian

         Delivered influential dietetic guidance and leadership as part of Memorandum of Understanding between hospital and Ohio State University Extension.

         Applied strong presentation skills toward facilitating wellness classes such as Dining with Diabetes, Weight Management, and Eating for a Healthy Heart.

Ohio State University Extension, Wyandot County, 2000 to 2012

Family Consumer Science Educator

         Administered a broad range of educational classes spanning topics such as relationships, finances, cooking, gardening, and health & nutrition.

         Facilitated cooking class for juvenile offenders which resulted in court-assigned positive activity credit and offenders requesting to attend classes.

         Planned, designed, and delivered truancy prevention program for at-risk youth.

         Strategically collaborated with 4-H Coordinator to offer container gardening program for elementary students with a component in nutrition.

Marion General Hospital, Marion, Ohio, 1997 to 2000

Clinical Dietitian

         Thoroughly assessed patients needs and provided customized nutrition education and guidance.

         Instructed general public in nutrition education classes with a focus on heart health and needs of diabetics.

Allegheny University Hospital-Bucks County Campus, Doylestown, Pennsylvania, 1995 to 1997

Clinical Dietitian / Assistant Manager

         Conducted comprehensive patient assessments in order to identify nutritional needs, and delegated tasks, requirements, and menus to kitchen and culinary staff.

Prior background includes role as Dietary Manager / Clinical Dietitian at Hebrew Home, Jacksonville, Florida, 1993 to 1994 and as Pediatric Dietitian at Baptist Medical Center, Jacksonville, Florida, 1988 to 1993.

1^st Place National Winner: SNAP-Ed Regional Program Specialist team, National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, 2015

1^st Place Creative Works: Live Healthy Live Well, Epsilon Sigma Phi, 2015

3^rd Place Team Curriculum Package: Million Hearts Campaign, Epsilon Sigma Phi, 2014

1^st Place Blogs: Live Healthy Live Well, Epsilon Sigma Phi, Alpha Eta Chapter/ Ohio JCEP, 2014

Distinguished Team Award: Live Healthy Live Well, Epsilon Sigma Phi, 2014

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1^st Place Creative Works- Blog: Live Healthy, Live Well Team, Epsilon sigma Phi, OSU Extension, 2011

Regional Award: Search for Excellence in 4-H Programming, National Association of County Agricultural Agents, 2011

1^st Place Tools for Teaching, Promotional Exhibit: Wellness Education, Epsilon Sigma Phi, Alpha Eta Chapter, 2009

3^rd Place Tools for Teaching, Promotional Exhibit: Wellness Education, Epsilon Sigma Phi, Alpha Eta Chapter, 2009

Cost Recovery Award, Ohio Association of Extension Professionals. Ohio State University Extension, 2009

Friend of Children's Services: Children's Services Teacher & Assistance, Wyandot County Job & Family Services, 2006

1^st Place Tools for Teaching, Newsletters, Epsilon Sigma Phi-Alpha Eta Chapter, The Ohio, State University, 2003

Programs of Excellence: Wyandot County Truancy School, The Ohio State University Extension, 2001

Operation MP3: Meal Planning and Preparation Program for the Military Family Community (revised for the general public), 2011/2016

Times of Change: a Proactive Response from Extension for improving SNAP-Ed Management. Journal of National Extension Association and Family and Consumer Sciences, January, 2015.

Million Hearts Initiative , 2014

eXtension CoP: Healthy Food Choices in Schools (blog)

Develop Healthy Eating Dialogues (blog)

Live Healthy / Live Well (blog)

Smith, E. A.; Roszman, G; Wood, L. 2011. Canning and Freezing Yes You Can , 4-H book. Columbus, Ohio, USA. [Peer Reviewed] Accepted for national use

Smith, E. A.; Young, B.; Barlage, L.; Brown, J.; Herringshaw, D. 2009. Racing the Clock to Awesome Meals 4-H book. Columbus, Ohio, USA. [Peer Reviewed]

Smith, E. A. 2001. Connecting Can Keep Kids Out of the System. 01, FLM-FS ed. Vol. 6, no. fact sheet. Columbus, Ohio, USA. [Peer Reviewed]

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Dear__________________:

Please accept this letter and accompanying CV in application for the Dietetic Internship Director and Clinical Instructor/Assistant Professor position that is available with The University of Cincinnati.

I am excited to build a rewarding career with your learning institution, and can offer cross-functional leadership experience in nutrition education, curriculum development, classroom instruction, and student relations. I am also well-versed in grant writing, assessments, program development, and public speaking among other areas.

To complement my professional background, my academic achievements include a PhD to be completed in the spring, a Master s degree, and current registration and licensure as a Dietician which has allowed me to enjoy a seasoned career in the health and wellness industry.

Currently, I am a SNAP-Ed Program Specialist with the Ohio State University Extension and oversee team members in administering the program across a region comprised of nine counties. Prior to this role, I held several teaching roles and have developed outstanding skills in motivating and engaging students to achieve success.

As this is just a sampling of my job history, please refer to my attached resume for additional experience. I look forward to speaking with you personally, as I believe the sum of these aforementioned reasons will prove me to be a valuable asset to your organization. Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

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