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Beverly, Massachusetts

At SFS I managed a portfolio of international environmental education programs in Bhutan, Cambodia, and Peru where I gained experience in program management, intercultural communication, and student advising. I served as the US-based representative for all program offerings in Bhutan, Cambodia, and Peru, where my responsibilities included application.

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

As manager of the Box Office for the 17-day Piccolo Spoleto arts and culture festival, I strengthened my leadership and training skills, as well as gained valuable expertise in managing staff and handling money and sensitive information. In this role, I managed a staff of 25. I was responsible for scheduling this staff at over 280 shows and events. I.

London, United Kingdom

As a Site Director for the iCharleston program, I supervised 36 first-semester students participating in an international bridge study abroad experience in London. In this role I strengthened my skills in student advising, event planning, social media, and university admissions. I also gained experience in crisis management and mentoring academically.

Charleston, South Carolina

London, United Kingdom

As the assistant site director for the iCharleston program in London, I supervised 37 first semester college students participating in an international bridge program. I led a weekly academic support course for the students, where we covered topics such as study skills, culture shock, and mental health. In addition to working with the students in a group.

Charleston, South Carolina Area

As the Intern Management Assistant in the Office of Cultural Affairs, I managed the 16 interns that served as House Managers for the Piccolo Spoleto festival, a 17-day arts and culture festival that takes place each year in Charleston. My responsibilities included training the interns to be House Managers, scheduling 300+ events, and serving as the liaison.

College Of Charleston

Charleston, South Carolina Area

As a peer teacher, I led one-hour supplementary Spanish conversation classes to help students succeed in their introductory Spanish courses.

Charleston, South Carolina Area

Peer Facilitators play an important role in the First Year Seminar class for all Honors freshmen. Leading a small group of students, peer facilitators serve as both an additional academic advisor, and a mentor. Peer facilitators also grade student work, assess participation, lead discussions, and must hold individual consultations throughout the semester.

Master Of Education - Med, Spanish Language And Culture

Master Of Arts - Ma, Teaching Spanish As A Foreign Language

Tefl/Tesol Certification, Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language/Esl Language Instructor, A

At the International TEFL Academy - Nicaragua, I received TEFL and TESOL certification with 180 hours of coursework and 10 hours of.

Bachelor’S Degree, Spanish And Latin American Studies; Economics

Activities and Societies: William Aiken Fellows Society, International Scholars Program, Honors College, Charleston Forty, Sigma Delta Pi.