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Eli Zeitlin

Palo Alto,CA

Summary

Versatile and dynamic, I excel in engaging environments, evidenced by my impactful role at Friendship Circle, where I fostered meaningful connections with children with special needs. My proactive approach, coupled with a talent for problem-solving and a passion for music, drives my ability to understand and teach others with a unique sense of compassion and interest in others.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Volunteer

Friendship Circle.
Palo Alto, CA
09.2024 - Current
  • Learned to work with kids with special needs
  • Engaged with nonverbal kids.
  • Assigned a 'buddy' with whom I have built a developing relationship.
  • Did all sorts of activities, such as arts and crafts, interacting with animals, and puppet shows.
  • I stayed overtime to help clean up and organize.
  • Volunteered in extra, non-mandatory events related to the organization.

Member of Gunn High School Big Band

Shawn Mcginn
Palo Alto, CA
08.2024 - Current
  • Was one of two freshmen in the big band.
  • Took a leadership role in the smaller sector of the band, as the youngest person in that section.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Composed and performed original music for a variety of audiences.
  • Set up and broke down stage equipment before and after performances.
  • Attended weekly rehearsals to practice songs, improvisations, and transitions between pieces.

Manager of Castgrams

Gunn theater
Palo Alto, CA
03.2023 - 03.2025
  • Managed a fundraiser where the audience can buy some candy and a custom note to appreciate various cast members.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct
  • Delivered cast grams to the cast, backstage.
  • Cleaned up the station and materials before and after working.

CIT

Mountain adventure tours
Ketchum, ID
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Applied problem-solving skills to help in challenging situations.
  • Was flexible and patient.
  • Kept kids engaged while counselors plan.
  • Was responsive to the counselors' needs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Henry M. Gunn High School
Palo Alto, CA
06-2028

Skills

  • Reliability: Shows up on time, stays late
  • Patience in challenging situations
  • Takes the initiative, such as coming up with games or activities
  • A good conversationalist can talk to all different types of people
  • Plays jazz trombone and does a lot of music-related activities
  • Plays classical trombone
  • Can juggle, solve a Rubik's cube, and dice stack
  • Plays soccer and badminton

Languages

Spanish
Limited
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary

Timeline

Student Volunteer

Friendship Circle.
09.2024 - Current

Member of Gunn High School Big Band

Shawn Mcginn
08.2024 - Current

CIT

Mountain adventure tours
06.2024 - 08.2024

Manager of Castgrams

Gunn theater
03.2023 - 03.2025

High School Diploma -

Henry M. Gunn High School
Eli Zeitlin