Contact

Alison Grohe

856.261.8116
alison.grohe@gmail.com
http://alisongrohe.weebly.com

Profile
Experience in various types of educational settings including public, private, and parochial schools. Proficient or
familiar with a vast array of studio arts, as well as design and office computer programs:
Drawing, Painting, Ceramics,
Printmaking, Digital & Film (35 mm
& 4x5) camera operation, film
development, processing and
printing, toning, framing, Art History

Adobe Creative Suites, Microsoft

Office, Windows & Mac Operating
Systems

Cheerleading & Field Hockey,

Internet Research, Social
Networking Sites, International
Travel Arrangements

Education
2016

Master of Science in Art Education (K - 12)

Saint Josephs University, Philadelphia PA

2007

Bachelors of Science in Art with a concentration in photography

Towson University, Towson MD

Certification
In progress

Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (NJ)

Classroom Experience
September - May 2016
Merchantville Elementary School, Merchantville NJ
Art Student Teacher
Plan, construct, and teach daily Art lesson plans under the supervision of cooperative teacher for
grades PreK - 8
Maintain appropriate classroom rapport and discipline
Attend collaborative meetings between staff, administration, and outside agencies
Assist in grading assignments
Removed clutter, organized, and maintained classroom supplies, shelving, and student work
January May 2015
Haddonfield Middle School, Haddonfield NJ
Field Experience, Art and Special Education
Assisted cooperative teacher in Art lessons, providing individual and small group assistance
Worked one-on-one with Special Education teacher and 7th & 8th grade students in Math and Science
January May 2015
Saint Martin of Tours, Philadelphia PA
Field Experience
Assisted with managing students and classroom procedures in K 8 th grade classrooms
May August 2005
Taigu School District, Shanxi, China
Teacher, Grade 6
Planned and taught engaging lessons to improve English vocabulary, oral & reading comprehension,
and communication skills in a summer intensive language emersion program
Work Experience

Conner Strong & Buckelew

Claims Assistant
December 2012 to September 2015
Reported claims to insurance carriers, third party claims administrators, and wholesalers, then followed
up for claim numbers and adjusters information
Assisted in maintaining claim diary, alerted Consultants of major developments, documented
progression of claims in claims database, and closed claim files
Reported lawsuits to appropriate carriers and followed up for Defense counsel assignment
Assisted Consultants by putting together materials, photocopying, and binding books and presentations
in preparation of client meetings
Updated and maintained first party spread sheets for three consultants books of business
Wrote agendas and minutes for monthly meetings, and distributed to appropriate people
Corporate Services Specialist
March 2012 to December 2012
Answered multi line switchboard phone system and directed them in a courteous manner
Set up and broke down of all catering for Corporate meetings and events
Pulled and delivered supplies, stationery, and proposal orders per employee requests
Assisted in various corporate departments as needed with binding projects, mailings & photocopying,
maintained inventory of supplies, stationery, proposals, and marketing materials
January 2009 to March 2012
Pinc Premium
Freelance Photographer
Photographed individual clothing items with attention to details for catalogs, advertisements, designers
portfolio, look books, and website
Completed outdoor location and indoor studio shoots of featured products
Event photographer for company hosted celebrity red carpet events
November 2008 to March 2011
The Peninsula Spa by ESPA
Spa Receptionist
Welcomed, advised and supported clients ensuring that they receive the five star standard of service
Responsible for all client accounts for services and treatments carried out, ensure that this is accurate
and correct payment is received
Scheduled guest reservations for treatments and services accurately and professionally, organized to
maximize use of time slots and profitability
Assisted in retail sales within reception area, offering advice and maximizing retail sales
January to November 2008
Charles Marcantonio
Temp Administrative Assistant
Answered multi line phone system, greeted guests and direct them in a courteous manner
Researched point of contact for new insurance companies and maintained contact list
Reviewed clients resume and formatted to the companys template
August 2007 to January 2008
Barkesdale School Portraits
Seasonal Portrait Specialist
Completed on location studio set up including light boxes, backdrops, and reflectors
Positioned each subject and maintained grooming standards
Collected order forms, attached image numbers, and slated class
January to June 2007
Towson University Study Abroad Office
Administrative Assistant
Hosted daily study abroad information sessions with PowerPoint presentation to perspective students
Answered multi-line phone and directed calls to appropriate student advisors
Submitted and filed all application materials, transcripts, and letters of reference to student folders
January to June 2007
Sports Memories
Seasonal Photographers Assistant
Captured elementary, middle, and high school, and community sports league photography
Provided individual and large group positioning for each athlete and maintained grooming standards
Collected order forms, attached image numbers, and slated teams
Say it with a Rose
Assistant Manager
Trained and evaluated new and existing sales staff
Completed nightly and weekly product inventory

May 2006 to January 2007

 Promoted and acquired new clientele

Sales Representative
January 2003 to May 2006
Provided first contact evening rose sales to patrons of restaurants, bars, and night clubs
Met nightly sales quota
Publications
Earnshaws Magazine
October December 2009
January September 2010

Hudsons Magazine
January - September 2009

Style Caf Magazine

September 2009
January 2010

Twist Magazine
May 2009
Quizfest October 2009