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Chicago, Illinois, United States

In my role as the Manager of Children’s Programs at East Bank Club in Chicago, IL, I collaborate closely with the Director of Children's Programs to develop and execute creative initiatives for club members and families, fostering a dynamic environment for children aged 8 weeks to 12 years. I oversee the day-to-day operations of the Youth Activity Center and Children's Activity Center programs, managing staff scheduling to ensure excellent program delivery and customer satisfaction. Additionally, I collaborate across departments to organize special events and activities designed for children and families, enhancing member engagement and creating memorable experiences.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

During my time as a Visual and Sales Associate at J. Crew in Chicago, IL, I translated bi-weekly marketing directives into captivating visual displays, showcasing a keen eye for aesthetics and creativity. I managed diverse tasks and deliverables to ensure the timely execution of floor sets, aligning seamlessly with J. Crew's distinctive brand strategy. Additionally, I delivered exceptional customer service to multiple clients concurrently, ensuring satisfaction through effective communication.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

During my tenure as a 2nd grade teacher, I designed and executed engaging and rigorous ELA and social studies lesson plans based on Universal Design for Learning principles and aligned with Common Core State Standards. I consistently exceeded monthly assessment goals, with 80% of my students scoring 80% or higher on end-of-unit ELA assessments. I strategically analyzed and utilized student assessment results to enhance curriculum and instruction, tailoring educational approaches to accommodate diverse learning styles. Additionally, I cultivated a strong classroom culture grounded in the Responsive Classroom approach, ensuring that students felt represented, welcomed, and focused. These efforts were recognized when I was awarded the Excellence in Classroom Culture Certificate during the 2022-2023 school year.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

As a Teach For America corps member, I engaged in a transformative experience contributing to the organization's mission of addressing educational inequity. I secured a coveted teaching position in a low-income community on Chicago’s south side, surpassing a rigorous selection process with a highly competitive acceptance rate of 12%.

Greater Chicago Area

In this role, I advised fellow Loyola students and candidates as they navigated the application process, offering valuable insights and empathetic guidance. I also conceived, created, and delivered over 200 impactful presentations to students, accurately conveying Teach For America’s mission. Additionally, I spearheaded the planning and seamless execution of ten events, putting my organizational and project management skills into action.

Greater Chicago Area

Assisted in the development and planning of grassroots events to promote new films by Annapurna, Paramount Pictures, Roadside, and The Orchard to Chicago, Indianapolis, and Milwaukee markets. Researched upcoming events, influencers, and groups to target or partner with to promote client projects. Crafted and executed pitches to organizations to partner for grassroots events. Assisted Allied staff with event management at film screenings.

Columbus, Ohio

Worked closely with lawyers and lobbyists in the office and the Ohio Statehouse to learn about the impact lobbyists have on the state legislative process on behalf of their clients. Prepared mid-year reports for multiple clients to update them on changes in Ohio State legislation that may have concerned them. Regularly researched current events and prepared summaries for my supervisors and their affected clients.

New Albany, Ohio

During my time as a student intern at Healthy New Albany, I had the opportunity to work at a weekly, local farmers market and contribute to its success. I assisted in producing and managing the market, where I designed a weekly map showcasing 80 merchants. This map significantly improved merchant sales and increased customer traffic to the market. Additionally, I played a key role in creating and managing social media pages for the farmers market, which gained over a thousand followers. I posted engaging content on these pages daily, further enhancing the market's visibility and outreach.

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Accounting

Activities and Societies: Loyola4Chicago, Madonna Mission, Baumhart Center Student Advisory Board

Master Of Arts - Ma, Elementary Education And Teaching

Political Science And Government

I had the opportunity to study abroad in London during the fall semester of 2019. I took classes with fellow students from all around.

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