Honor Society® member
Rebecca Thompson
Romanian Instructor at Missionary Training Center - Effectively instructed 40+ missionaries in gospel principles. - Instructed 20+ missionaries the Romanian language. - Met with missionaries one-on-one to help resolve personal issues and concerns.
- Family Life and Russian
- Class of 2024
- Salem, Utah
Member since January 2023
About
Hello, my name is Rebecca! I am an avid learner, driven student, and friend of many. I value my relationships and connecting with those around me--both those who are similar and different than me. I love languages because they are what allow me to connect and make friends with people all around the world. I have discovered that I actually do not enjoy traveling, but in fact living in other countries. I do not enjoy traveling to a country as an outsider, but rather, waking up with and living alongside natives of the country--learning the language, participating in cultural traditions, experiencing the country as a native does. I hope to practice marriage and family therapy in Eastern Europe in the coming years. I am looking to serve, learn, and make more connections with people on this platform!
Education
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Brigham Young University
Family Life and Russian
2020 – 2024
Goals and interests
- Career goal
Marriage and Family Therapy working with the Russian population.
- Graduate school interests
Grad program in Marriage and Family Therapy or Social Work.
- Outside the classroom
Violinist, hiker, runner, rock climber, people-enthusiast, etc.
Experience
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Romanian Instructor
Missionary Training Center - Effectively instructed 40+ missionaries in gospel principles. - Instructed 20+ missionaries the Romanian language. - Met with missionaries one-on-one to help resolve personal issues and concerns.
Aug 2022 – Mar 2023
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Direct Support Staff, Supported Living and Residential Manager
Chrysalis ▪ Served 30+ clients with mental and physical disabilities ▪ Supervised and trained 10+ staff ▪ Managed stressful situations with clients exhibiting negative behaviors ▪ Planned 100+ fun and interactive activities for many clients
Apr 2020 – Apr 2021
Volunteering
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Volunteer Teacher ▪ Prepared and taught 100+ English lessons for children ages 3-16 ▪ Coordinated with in-country supervisors to carry out teaching objectives and achieve learning outcomes ▪ Calmly and effectively handled disruptive behaviors in the classroom ▪ Effectively developed and implemented the ILP teaching method
International Language Program (ILP)
Apr 2021 – Jul 2021
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Volunteer Church Representative ▪ Trained 40+ fellow volunteers at large group meetings ▪ Supervised and trained one-on-one 10+ volunteers and assisted with individual needs and concerns ▪ Motivated other volunteers through positive encouragement and personal example
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Jul 2018 – Jan 2020
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Council Member and Junior Class Representative ▪ Led 20+ council members in group meetings and service projects ▪ Worked closely with city government on service projects, city events, and donation drives ▪ Participated in a three-day leadership conference at Utah State University
Salem City Youth Council
Jul 2015 – May 2017
Languages
- Romanian Fluent
- Russian Intermediate
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