Anna Souza
Durham
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience at the New Hampshire Public Defender Office, skilled in client collaboration and report writing. Proven ability to engage children effectively and facilitate learning. Bilingual in Portuguese and English, with strong decision-making skills that enhance team performance and client satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Investigator Internship
New Hampshire Public Defender Office
Dover
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with clients and their legal representatives in meetings.
- Conducted interviews with alleged crime victims.
- Drafted detailed reports from interviews and served legal subpoenas.
Hostess
Flatbread Inc.
Portsmouth
09.2023 - Current
- Greeted guests to ensure a positive first impression.
- Managed table assignments efficiently to maintain workflow balance.
Daycare Teacher
YMCA
Merrimack
05.2021 - Current
- Supervised feeding and toilet training for young children.
- Facilitated parent interactions and addressed concerns.
Group Leader
YMCA
Nashua
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Delivered academic assistance to children aged 6-12 during remote learning periods.
- Prepared engaging activities and nutritious snacks each day.
Front Desk Reception
YMCA
Nashua
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Managed complete building opening process and conducted sanitization tasks.
- Addressed members' questions concerning the institution.
- Prepared workout schedules for instructors prior to classes.
Group Leader
YMCA
Merrimack
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Collaborated with children in YMCA afterschool activities.
- Designed engaging activities for elementary school children.
- Organized and facilitated children's clubs.
Dining Services
The Huntington
Nashua
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Delivered evening meals to Huntington residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness in the kitchen.
Education
Senior -
University of New Hampshire
06.2025
High School -
Nashua High School South
Nashua, New Hampshire06.2021
Skills
- Fluent in Portuguese and English
- Effective Child Engagement
- Effective Communication
- Adheres To Work Schedule
- Quick Decision-Making Skills
- Interview techniques
- Client collaboration
- Effective communication
- Report writing
Awards
- President’s Education Award
- High Honor Roll
- Dean's List for Fall 2021 and Spring 2022
Accomplishments
- Graduated in high honors in highschool
- Honor roll in all years of college
Languages
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- CPR certified
- Private investigation license
Timeline
Investigator Internship
New Hampshire Public Defender Office
01.2025 - Current
Hostess
Flatbread Inc.
09.2023 - Current
Daycare Teacher
YMCA
05.2021 - Current
Group Leader
YMCA
09.2020 - 04.2021
Front Desk Reception
YMCA
08.2020 - 09.2020
Group Leader
YMCA
09.2019 - 03.2020
Dining Services
The Huntington
06.2018 - 08.2019
Senior -
University of New Hampshire
High School -
Nashua High School South
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