Cassidy J Paget
Chappaqua
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Advisor
Youth and Social Innovation Major Department
11.2025 - Current
- Facilitated connections between prospective students and current cohort members to boost engagement.
- Provided essay assistance through brainstorming, editing, and constructive feedback on drafts.
- Supported outreach for Youth & Social Innovation Major via event tabling and marketing initiatives.
Research and Development Intern
Understanding Families’ Access to Subsidized Early
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Processed and cleaned surveys to elevate family input in child care subsidy policies.
- Conducted qualitative data analysis to identify employment trends among families.
- Collaborated with research team to improve accessibility of child care for low-income families.
Assistant
Virginia Literacy Program Initiative
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Conducted data conversion and analysis to support research on high-risk student trajectories.
- Collaborated with Virginia State Education Department in meetings to align efforts.
Lead Counselor
New Castle Recreation and Parks Tots Summer Camp
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Supervised and guided four-year-olds through daily activities, ensuring a safe and engaging experience by encouraging positive social interaction and teamwork
Ignite Fellow Tutor
Teach For America Ignite Fellowship
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Tutored four children simultaneously who experienced trauma-related setbacks, focusing on reading skills and confidence-building to help students reach their academic potential
- Developed trusting relationships while meeting three days a week to establish a safe and supportive learning environment
Volunteer Tutor + Intern
Hope’s Door (Domestic Violence Shelter)
04.2020 - 06.2023
- Founded tutoring program to support children of abused women with creative homework assistance for elementary and middle school students
- Assisted and supported staff at Hope’s door to plan annual gala, increased neighborhood outreach, and participated in discussions with the Race and Equity Committee
Education
Bachelor of Science - Youth And Social Innovation, Concentration in Policy And Data Analysis
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05-2027
Summa Cum Laude - Honor Society
Horace Greeley High School
Chappaqua, NY06.2023
Skills
- Data Visualization & Analytics Skills: Tableau Desktop, Altair AI Studio, Excel, SPS, Python, SQL
- Technical Skills: Budgeting & Forecasting, Cost Analysis, Financial Statement/Ratio Analysis, Investment Analysis
- Independent Research: Real Life Application in Education, Children’s Programs for Domestic Violence Survivors
- General Skills: Policy Development, Program Management, Communication Strategies, Community Outreach, Educational Support, Relationship Building, Problem-solving, Market Research, Time Management
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Rise Together - Mentor (Virtual)
- Guided students in setting goals and finding their personal voice in their college essays
College Mentors for Kids - Mentor (University of Virginia),
- Provided guidance and support to elementary school students through in-person mentorship.
- Facilitated engaging activities that promote leadership, academic growth, and social-emotional development to inspire confidence and curiosity in young students
Advance Via Individual Determination Program - Tutor (Charlottesville Middle School)
- Empowered middle school students to build confidence in their academic abilities and future potential by encouraging them to develop study habits, self-advocacy, and set goals
Timeline
Advisor
Youth and Social Innovation Major Department
11.2025 - Current
Research and Development Intern
Understanding Families’ Access to Subsidized Early
10.2025 - 12.2025
Assistant
Virginia Literacy Program Initiative
05.2025 - 09.2025
Ignite Fellow Tutor
Teach For America Ignite Fellowship
09.2024 - 05.2025
Lead Counselor
New Castle Recreation and Parks Tots Summer Camp
06.2024 - 08.2025
Volunteer Tutor + Intern
Hope’s Door (Domestic Violence Shelter)
04.2020 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Youth And Social Innovation, Concentration in Policy And Data Analysis
University of Virginia
Summa Cum Laude - Honor Society
Horace Greeley High School