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Ella Gerlach

Ella Gerlach

Lamoni,IA

Summary

Results-driven professional prepared for this role with strong background in achieving high-impact outcomes. Skilled in problem-solving, critical thinking, and effective communication. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to evolving needs. Adept at utilizing analytical skills and innovative solutions to drive success.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Vision & Call Intern

Shared Hope International
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Worked alongside this organization to learn more about sex trafficking and how a nonprofit works in this field of work.
  • Focused on the sports Industry, specifically the World Cup, and Its Impact on human trafficking overall.
  • Learned how to navigate the Social Media side of a non-profit organization that got the attention of FIFA for the 2026 World Cup
  • Learned how to plan a big fundraising Gala for over 500 attendees


Graduate Assistant

Campus Ministries
08.2025 - 05.2026
  • Work alongside Campus Ministries to assist In any way needed.
  • Meet with the Campus Chaplains, House Chaplains, as well as serve as a protected person for people to talk to.
  • Committed to a school year long project about a different awareness each month to get the student body engaged.

Child Specialist

Boys and Girls Club
05.2025 - 07.2025
  • Worked alongside this organization to help kids through the summer as well as working with other teachers. Organized lesson plans with themes for each week to keep the kids engaged.

Program Assistant

The Leaven Kids
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • I worked alongside the site director with k-6th graders with homework and other activities such as physical activity. During the summer program, each week was a different focus that I also helped.

Nanny/Babysitter

Babysitter
08.2020 - 09.2022
  • I was the sole babysitter for two kids for about two years. I would help them with their homework and make them a snack as well as meals throughout my time with them. I also planned activities for them such as art and crafts or outside time.

Education

MA - Peace and Social Transformation

Graceland University
Lamoni, IA
06.2026

MBA - Social Change

Graceland University
Lamoni, IA
04.2025

AA - Liberal Studies

Solano Community College
Vacaville, CA
06.2022

Skills

  • Microsoft office
  • Event organization
  • Administrative support
  • Child Care
  • Problem Solver
  • Data analysis
  • Student assistance
  • Academic research

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 16 staff members.
  • By Spring of 2026, I will have gotten my high school diploma, Associates Degree, Bachelor's Degree, and Master's degree all within 5 years.

LANGUAGES

English

Quote

I dwell in possibility.
Emily Dickinson

Timeline

Graduate Assistant

Campus Ministries
08.2025 - 05.2026

Child Specialist

Boys and Girls Club
05.2025 - 07.2025

Vision & Call Intern

Shared Hope International
05.2024 - 07.2024

Program Assistant

The Leaven Kids
04.2023 - 08.2023

Nanny/Babysitter

Babysitter
08.2020 - 09.2022

MA - Peace and Social Transformation

Graceland University

MBA - Social Change

Graceland University

AA - Liberal Studies

Solano Community College

AWARDS

Dean List due to my academic accomplishments, I was awarded this award during my undergraduate, High Honors I received a high honors award from both my high school as well as my community college, Physical Fitness Award, Douglass M. Hamilton Memorial Scholarship I received a scholarship via Bold, Dedication Award University Cross Country and Track