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Los Angeles County, California, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States

Las Palmas De Gran Canaria Area, Spain

- Collaborated with lead teacher in designing and teaching lessons in-person and online in English, Science, Art, and American culture to students ages 3 - 7 years old- Volunteered at a local NGO to support foster youth with event planning and English

Greater Los Angeles Area

- Designed youth development curriculum for youth activists to create their coalition- Facilitated youth in designing the structure and operations of their youth-driven coalition- Utilized SPSS to analyze data from youth-designed surveys about LA youth experience with law enforcement and safety- Drafted policy changes in LA County report on youth and.

Oakland, CA

- Modified curriculum for English Language Learners, Newcomers, and students with diverse needs in the general education classroom through small group interventions, scaffolds, and tactile and kinesthetic tools- Lead in Faculty Council to ensure that teachers' voices are heard in school matters - Designed thematic units to integrate expeditionary learning.

Oakland, California, United States

- Conducted, presented, and published a social-emotional development inquiry to support writing partnerships among TK/Kinder students with Mills College Teacher Scholars- Served as Social Emotional Development Lead Teacher at my school site

Oakland, CA

- Collaborated with community members in proposal of ballot initiative, Measure AA to increase access to early childhood education in Oakland through organizing and facilitating community meetings- Oversaw and approved expenditures up to $25K in Children’s Initiative Committee- Phonebanked and canvassed for Measure AA

Oakland, CA

- Created, executed, and managed all systems, protocols, and procedures in teacher training program and summer school to maximize school site and operational efficiency - Trained all staff members and corp members of all systems including attendance, supply checkout, communication etc- Facilitated workshops on early childhood education and joy in the.

Oakland, CA

- Selected from more than 45,000 applicants nationwide to join national teacher corps who commit two years to teach in under-resourced public schools. - Engaged in a full schedule of professional development, including: seminars, workshops, individual and group reflections, readings, and ‘learning teams’ specific to earning Early Childhood Site Supervisor.

Orange, CA

- Mentored four academic probation mentees weekly to guide them throughout the semester on their personalized skills and goals. - Designed different activities and lesson plans depending on student’s needs. - Time management, study techniques, notetaking, test preparation/anxiety, and self-care were areas of focus.

Orange, CA

- Developed the foundation for five educational programs and campaigns focused on the diversity of various marginalized communities on campus.

Orange, CA

- Supported peers with creating fall semester schedules by providing experience in balancing student life and academic planning. - Facilitated group presentations for over 100 incoming freshmen students and parents. - Answered phones for registration hotline.

Orange, CA

- Planned and executed 12 different programs on community building, social justice issues, mental health, and citizenship in a residence hall of 300 students.- Pioneered and implemented the Diversity & Intersections of Experience learning living community. - - Supported residents in emergency crisis and conflict resolution situations.- Collaborated with.

Orange, CA

- Supervised and lead a team of students who coordinated various educational programs about sustainability, citizenship, and community service- Developed and recruited 10 mentors for a high school mentoring program with College of Educational Studies and Libreria Martinez de Chapman University- Started the Campus Community Garden bed reservation program.

Orange County, California Area

- Answered domestic violence crisis hotline. - Provided support and resources for over 30 clients and children in emergency shelter. - Supervised children and assisted with developmental programs at Children Center onsite. - Completed 40 hours of domestic violence advocate training.

Orange, CA

- Worked individually with children who have been allegedly abused to make interview, forensic medical exam, and therapy process more comfortable by providing safe and fun enrichment. - Attended and observed forensic interviews conducted by investigation team. - Shadowed and assisted social workers, therapists, and District Attorney.

Santa Ana, CA

- Assisted with resume building, job and education search, and computer training for 20 residents.- Reviewed case management plans with clients.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Urban Education And Leadership

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Sociology - Social Work Emphasis | Minors In Peace Studies & Women'S Studies, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Active Minds at Chapman University, Civic Engagement Initiatives, Department of Student Engagement, Next Step.