Ava Phillips

Care for children by organizing engaging activities, assisting with homework, managing schedules, and creating a supportive and safe environment.

Promoted Polar Seltzer at events throughout the Northeast by engaging consumers, sampling products, and creating positive brand experiences.

Shadowed a Speech-Language Pathologist for multiple days in an elementary school setting, observing therapy sessions, learning about various treatment methods, and gaining firsthand experience with different speech and language disorders.

Worked with children with different learning and developmental disabilities (including down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, hearing disorders, ADHD, and language impairments). Supported students within their classrooms, implemented token boards and other behavioral support systems, and recorded daily data on students' progress and behavior.

Volunteered to lead a team of 3rd–5th grade girls through a season of confidence-building lessons and communication-focused activities, focusing on teamwork, self-expression, and goal setting that culminated in completing a 5K.