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Coordinate research endeavors, manage survey data collection, and lead internal analysis and reporting. Build and execute internal studies to measure the Learning Challenge impact and efficacy of specific programmatic inputs.Serve as principal liaison and contributor for a multiyear research partnership with Cornell University's Purpose and Identity Lab, consisting of studies focused on measuring youth development in areas like purpose, self-efficacy, environmental mastery, and more. Support general programmatic and admin responsibilities, including participant intake processes, API design, and relationship-building with key stakeholders.

Coordinating research endeavors for internal exploratory studiesServing as a liaison for a 3-year research project with the Purpose and Identity Processes Laboratory at Cornell University (led by Dr. Anthony Burrow).Assisting in programmatic and admin responsibilities.

Maintain and manage ongoing enrollment of girls Serve as bridge between girls and staff; diffusing conflict, staying in the know on girl interests and needs, and uplifting the voices of girls during planning, Supervise volunteers and interns during program hours Serve as a point of contact for volunteers, interns, and general inquiries on programmingProduce programmatic reports for fundraising and internal review purposesManage the data systems for attendance of girls and data pertaining to grants Manage Angel Alliance (LESGC Junior Board) administrative and program related responsibilities (2018-2019)

Greater New York City Area

Monitor online girl community of advisory membersDevelop year-long plan for increased research skill-building and engagement for girl membersCreate and implement a survey on girl social media and technology usageProduce a report comparing larger population and findings from survey dataSuggest new ways to engage to girls through digital initiativesAssist in logistics for online community of a girl compromised boardServe as a point of contact for girlsOrganize and develop action plan for feedback program

Tutored students in Computer Science, specifically Excel, HTML, and an animation program called Alice. When needed, tutoring was available in all Microsoft applications. On a daily basis, I used communication skills and exercising patience to get the knowledge across to the student.

Virtual

Contributed content and blogs posts for website which is aimed to help women of all ages in various aspects of lifeAssisted in brainstorming for promotion of organization through social media and other online platformsHelped advertise and promote the website and platformCreated content for a fundraising campaign

Implementing collaborative teaching strategies with academic and/or enrichment teachers to a cluster of scholars, supporting the development and delivery of relevant, engaging, and rigorous lessons, ensuring the academic and social development of scholars throughout the course of the program, serving as a role model for an assigned group of scholars, working with teachers to identify scholar needs and develop instructional plans and practices to best support scholars, monitoring scholars’ educational and social progress and making necessary recommendations for adjustments, supporting classroom and behavior management consistently to develop a safe and productive learning environment, maintaining attendance and supporting classroom procedures/functions, supervising scholars during classroom transitions as well as during meal times, snack, recess, etc, assisting in field trips and special events.

Performed clerical tasks around the office; organized office records for a more effective use of their space, created Excel spreadsheets for various projects, and helped clients with faxing and copying. Organized and cross checked the entirety of the office’s records before a corporate inspection. Escorted clients to medical appointments, Social Security Office, and other destinations while using one-on-one communication skills throughout trips. Learned and used Anasazi within two months and consistently wrote detailed progress notes on clients.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, Women And Gender Studies

Activities and Societies: Cyber Bullying Research Group, Center for Academic Excellence

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Dorm Leader, Diversity Council Leader, OUTReach