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New York City Metropolitan Area

- Cultivate a culture of open dialogue and thought partnership by providing individualand group guidance to 40 high school students struggling academically, generating a20% increase in graduation rates.- Implemented programming tailored to the needs of low-income families, students ofcolor, LGBTQIA+ youth, and English Language Learners, enhancing their engagementand support.- Facilitate 10 biweekly group discussions on topics such as goal setting, timemanagement, and problem-solving skills to promote personal development andgrowth.- Develop individualized action plans for 40 at-risk students to address specificacademic and social-emotional challenges, resulting in a 15% improvement in overallacademic performance.- Contribute effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance team engagement andachieving organizational goals such as increasing student recruitment and studentengagement by 15% annually.- Partner with school staff and parents to create a supportive and nurturing environmentfor students, fostering a sense of belonging and community within the school.- Monitor students’ academic and extracurricular participation and performance, as wellas post-secondary readiness requirements.

New York City Metropolitan Area

- Designed and taught curriculum for mentoring program and summer bridge transitionprogramming to over 200 DREAM alumni.- Hired and supervised a team of support staff to ensure students receivedcomprehensive guidance and resources, contributing in 10% increase of workflowefficiency and team morale.- Spearheaded efforts to streamline program delivery processes, decreasingadministrative costs by 10% while maintaining high-quality educational standards.- Managed a caseload of 60 college-aged alumni to persist through their postsecondary journey and career exploration in addition to a caseload of 20 high school students.seniors to distribute information of NYC programs to those interested in non-collegepathways.- Coordinated all aspects of post-secondary program events for over 200 students,including scheduling, logistics, and promotion, causing a 40% increase in studentparticipation.- Secured and maintained strong relationships with post-secondary partners, teachersand college counselors, creating a 30% increase in program funding and resources.- Utilized data analysis and feedback to assess program effectiveness and makestrategic improvements, leading to a 25% increase in student satisfaction ratings.

Brooklyn, New York, United States

- Orchestrated multi-site recruitment initiatives for career events at Bottom Line,developing project plans and communication templates for advisors and support teammembers.- Served as a liaison between Senior Leadership Team and mentors to create restorativejustice circles for students of color and LGBTQIA+ youth.- Produced marketing materials for external and internal stakeholders to enhance eventvisibility.- Directed and led Bottom Line's annual graduation and Juneteenth Celebration, drawingover 500 attendees.

Brooklyn, Ny

- Developed personalized academic plans for over 100 students, resulting in a 20%increase in retention rates.- Facilitated workshops on time management, study skills, and goal setting, leading to a15% improvement in student GPA.- Collaborated with faculty and staff to identify at-risk students and provide proactiveintervention strategies, producing in a 25% decrease in dropout rates.- Utilized data analysis to assess student progress and track outcomes, enablingevidence-based decision-making for program improvement.- Collaborated with Directors and Coordinators to begin intentional evolution of our ideal office culture through the lens of Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity.

Greater New York City Area

- Co-managed the Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP)’s operations for over 300 low-income high school students by planning events, registering students for appropriate courses, and recruiting talent.- Hired and supervised 8 student interns to increase workflow and assist with event execution.- Recruited 150 low-income high school students at public events.- Revamped and operated various supportive services such as tutoring, mentoring, and transit payments.- Created marketing items such as brochures, flyers, and folders for staff training, recruitment, and special events.- Briefed program updates and students’ progress to the College’s Vice President and administrative leaders in NYC public high schools.

East Hartford, Connecticut, United States

- Produced numerous tracking tools for Career Pathways Manufacturing program’s development and evaluation.- Created data visualizations for overview project progress every month.- Served as a liaison for constant communication between the community partners and Goodwin College community (staff, faculty, and students).

Master Of Education - Med, Leadership In Higher Education

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Journalism And Psychology (Minor)