Amari Epa
Santa Barbara,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, focusing on detail oriented success and supporting team objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Goleta
Santa Barbara, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Promotes a positive environment among youth by modeling healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
- Bring skills in acknowledging intergenerational trauma to help bring healing to the community.
- Assist with education through tutoring and homework help.
- Help supervise youth and maintain a safe environment for every child.
- Enhance youth development by implementing interactive programs tailored for engagement and individual needs.
- Increased participant engagement through the creation of a welcoming and inclusive environment for all youth members!
Cashier & Cook
Jack in the Box
Fresno, CA
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Worked as a cashier, fryer cook, prep cook, and grill cook.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Restocked and organized merchandise.
- Welcomed customers and assisted them with inquiries, providing exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from customers.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Efficiently made product recommendations to increase sales.
Health & Wellness Intern
Jakara Movement
Fresno, CA
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Hosted town hall meetings, school rallies, and tabling events to spread awareness and education regarding substance use.
- Spoke at school board meetings, fought for a NARCAN policy requiring training mandate for all teachers, liaison, and bus drivers. (Passed by Central Unified School Board in 2024)
- Attended classes for substances and substance use education.
- Received training for CPR and NARCAN administration.
- Became a mandated reporter as well as resource for my peers if they were in need of help regarding substance use, or mental health.
Clinical Neuroscience Immersion Experience
Stanford University, School of Medicine
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Delivered support to a strong clinical team focused on researching and proposing advancements to Functional near-infrared Spectroscopy.
- Assisted with data collection and analysis for research projects, contributing to evidence-based practices.
- Attended lectures from renowned Stanford professors, learning about various concepts within Neuroscience.
- Learned of medical bias and micro aggressions and how they impact the health of people and their communities.
Tutor Volunteer
Step Up Tutoring
Fresno, CA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Tutored a fifth grader in language proficiency.
- Helped my student, who was a second language learner, develop their writing, spelling, and articulation to a higher level.
- Built a relationship with my student, enabling a comfortable environment encouraging healthy social development .
Daycare Assistant
Kids Kingdom Daycare
Fresno, CA
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Assisted in taking care of children aged from 6 months to 12 years old.
- Helped maintain a safe, comfortable, and overall healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
- Observed play activities and interactions to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Provided support during naptime, ensuring a peaceful environment for their needed sleep.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - African Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.2027
High School Diploma -
Central East High School
Fresno, CA06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - International History of Public Policy And Law
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.2027
Skills
- Public speaking
- Event support
- Community engagement
- Complex Problem-solving
- Health & Wellness Education
- Historical Analysis and Acknowledgement
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Timeline
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Goleta
04.2024 - Current
Health & Wellness Intern
Jakara Movement
08.2022 - 06.2023
Clinical Neuroscience Immersion Experience
Stanford University, School of Medicine
01.2022 - 06.2023
Tutor Volunteer
Step Up Tutoring
01.2022 - 01.2023
Cashier & Cook
Jack in the Box
04.2021 - 09.2023
Daycare Assistant
Kids Kingdom Daycare
06.2019 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Arts - African Studies
University of California, Santa Barbara
High School Diploma -
Central East High School
Bachelor of Arts - International History of Public Policy And Law
University of California, Santa Barbara
Jazz Saxophonist
- Currently performs for the UCSB Jazz Ensemble.
- Distinguished and experienced musician with 14 years of experience.
- Plays Alto and Tenor Saxophone.
- First chair and section leader for the wind instruments in the Central East High School Jazz Ensemble. (2021-2023)
- First chair Tenor Saxophonist in FMCMEA Honor All-Star Jazz Band. (2023)
Classical Clarinetist
- First chair clarinet in the Central East High School Wind Ensemble. (2021-2023)
- Section leader in the Central East High School Wind Ensemble & Marching Band (2021-2023)
- Performed in the FMCMEA Honor Wind Ensemble. (2022)
- Performed in the FMCMEA Honor Orchestra. (2023)