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Agatha Ramos Maher

Fairfield,CA

Summary

Nutrition Student and Educator, fluent in Portuguese and English, with a background in education and interest in the realms of nutrition, public health, and research.
Currently pursuing a Nutrition Science degree, my goal is to combine academic knowledge with my teaching expertise to facilitate meaningful scientific insights surrounding nutritional therapy, while striving to transform these insights into initiatives that make health opportunities more equitable.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Supplemental Instruction Leader

Napa Valley College
08.2023 - Current


• Facilitate peer-led, out-of-class sessions aimed at improving student performance and retention in traditionally challenging academic courses.
• Plan and execute effective review sessions, and utilize various learning strategies to enhance students' comprehension of course content.

MESA Advisory Board Member

Napa Valley College
08.2023 - Current


  • Participate in the MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, and Science Achievement) Advisory Board as a Student Representative to collaborate with other board members in developing opportunities for NVC students in STEM majors.


College and Career Access Advisor

East Bay Consortium
08.2022 - Current

• Advise students individually and in groups on academic programs for individual interests, offering expert insights into college options, academic planning, and the intricate college application process.
• Lead engaging workshops focused on Financial Aid, simplifying complex information, and empowering students to make informed decisions about their higher education.


Writing Center Tutor

Napa Valley College
12.2021 - 05.2023

• Support students with their reading and writing skills through one-on-one tutoring sessions, working collaboratively to identify their needs and provide writing-related individualized instruction.
• Guide students on creative writing processes such as brainstorming, researching, outlining, writing, and revising, always maintaining consistent records of consultations.

Education

Associate of Science - Natural Sciences

Napa Valley College
Napa, CA
08.2023

Skills

  • Tutoring and Student Assistance
  • Essay Writing
  • Interactive Learning Strategies
  • Computer skills
  • Data Analysis
  • CBPR (Community-Based Participatory Research)

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with a team of 6 colleagues in the development of community-based research in Vallejo, CA to implement a health intervention.
  • Achieved 15% higher grades for students in the course of Human Physiology who attended Supplemental Instruction sessions led by me with accuracy and efficiency.

Timeline

Supplemental Instruction Leader

Napa Valley College
08.2023 - Current

MESA Advisory Board Member

Napa Valley College
08.2023 - Current

College and Career Access Advisor

East Bay Consortium
08.2022 - Current

Writing Center Tutor

Napa Valley College
12.2021 - 05.2023

Associate of Science - Natural Sciences

Napa Valley College
Agatha Ramos Maher