David Chess
Glen Head,NY
Summary
Dedicated Environment and Sustainability major at Cornell University, actively pursuing a double major in Applied Economics and Management, with a strong focus on integrating sustainable practices within business strategies. Brings hands-on experience in community service, including tutoring homeless youth, volunteering at animal shelters, and leading a club that facilitates tutoring opportunities by connecting high school students with homeless youth. Skilled in organizational leadership, project coordination, and educational outreach, with a commitment to social and environmental causes. Adept at blending academic knowledge with practical applications to drive awareness and change. Seeks to leverage expertise in sustainability and economics to influence responsible business practices and create impactful solutions at the intersection of environment and commerce.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
E-tutoring Club Operations Manager
Jericho High School
05.2023 - Current
- Connecting high school students to homeless youth in need of tutoring support
- Managing school National Honor Society outreach to Homeless Shelters
- Recruiting qualified tutors to expand support to more students in need of help.
Tutor
Bethany House of Nassau County
09.2022 - Current
- Tutoring Raheim, a student displaced in a shelter.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Working to develop his reading skills.
- Meetings are through Zoom weekly.
Tutor
Walkabout for Young Men and Women
09.2022 - Current
- Tutoring Artem, a student that lives at the shelter
- He relocated to the United States with his father and a few years later he was abandoned
- Providing homework assistance, focusing on mathematics and statistics
- Meetings are through Zoom weekly.
Animal Attendant
Glen Cove Animal Rescue
09.2021 - 07.2023
- Maintained safety protocols when handling animals to minimize risk of injury to both staff members and animals themselves.
- Developed relationships with local businesses to secure donations for food, supplies, and fundraising events.
- Collaborated with local rescue organizations to coordinate transfer of animals in need of specialized care or fostering opportunities.
- Implemented individualized behavior modification plans for challenging cases resulting in successful adoptions.
Education
Environment And Sustainability
Cornell University
Jericho06.2023
Environment And Sustainability
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY05.2027
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Team Leadership
- Operations Management
- Proficient in Spreadsheets
- Effectively Communicating Information
- Sustainable Investing
Music Artistic Achievements
Cornell Pep Band, November 2023 - Present
References
- DawnMarie Goins, Assistant Executive Director, Bethany House of Nassau County, 5163514711, dgoins@bhny.com
- Ms. Janine Fakiris, Board Member, Cove Animal Rescue, 40 Shore Road, Glen Cove, NY, 11542, 516-676-5913, coveanimalrescue@gmail.com
- Andrea Kerr, Director of RHY Programs, Nassau Haven / Walkabout For Young Men and Women Family Children's Association, 5163798251 ext 1301
Timeline
E-tutoring Club Operations Manager
Jericho High School
05.2023 - Current
Tutor
Bethany House of Nassau County
09.2022 - Current
Tutor
Walkabout for Young Men and Women
09.2022 - Current
Animal Attendant
Glen Cove Animal Rescue
09.2021 - 07.2023
Environment And Sustainability
Cornell University
Environment And Sustainability
Cornell University
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