Alyssa Orozco
AmeriCorps Advisor
Prescott,Arizona
Summary
Resourceful advisor with substantial background facilitating students with interpersonal, academic and career needs. Demonstrated success in working with diverse populations, providing coaching and feedback. Team-oriented with solid conflict resolution skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Near-Peer Advisor
AmeriCorps
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted regular check-ins with assigned students, offering tailored advice for their unique needs and goals.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge of best practices in peer advising techniques.
- Encouraged responsible decision-making among peers by sharing insights on time management strategies, study tips, and stress management techniques.
- Enhanced peer support by developing and implementing effective advising strategies.
- Supported mentees in navigating college admissions processes and achieving academic success.
- Met mentee formally, informally, in-person and virtually to offer support.
- Collaborated with school counselors, teachers and administrators to aid mentee success.
- Completed total of 500 service hours
Student Ambassador
Yavapai College
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Promoted diversity and inclusivity on campus through involvement in multicultural events and initiatives.
- Strengthened the sense of community on campus by organizing social events and activities for fellow Student Ambassadors.
- Collaborated effectively with other student organizations to promote joint initiatives that benefited the entire campus community.
- Enhanced university reputation by representing the institution at various events, including open houses and college fairs
- Participated in university marketing campaigns by providing testimonials and sharing personal experiences through various forms of media, including social media, print materials, and videos
- Distributed mail, filed documents, and answered telephone calls
- Improved communication between students and university staff by serving as a liaison to address concerns and provide feedback
Education
Bachelor's - Applied Human Behavior
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ 09.2023 - Current
Associate of Arts -
Yavapai College
Prescott, AZ 01.2021 - 05.2023
Skills
- Student Counseling
Motivational Techniques
Confidentiality Practices
Social Perceptiveness
Self Motivation
Problem-Solving
Organizational Skills
Financial Aid Applications
Career advising
Research abilities
Timeline
Bachelor's - Applied Human Behavior
Northern Arizona University
09.2023 - Current
Near-Peer Advisor
AmeriCorps
09.2022 - Current
Student Ambassador
Yavapai College
08.2021 - 09.2022
Associate of Arts -
Yavapai College
01.2021 - 05.2023