Ellison Pollock-Ballard
Oberlin,OH
Summary
Highly motivated to use an exceptional work ethic to excel academically. Demonstrated ability to complete high-quality academic coursework while working multiple jobs, playing a sport, and volunteering. Actively seeking opportunities to engage in additional on-campus extracurriculars and community engagement activities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Ninde Scholar Program
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with students to complete homework assignments, prepare for exams, and apply to scholarships.
- Support students with helpful advice based on personal experience.
- Engage with students and faculty to build positive relationships.
Student Employee
Oberlin College
08.2022 - Current
- Help assure physical safety of students using the facilities at the gym.
- Assure a comfortable and open environment for those utilizing the gym.
- Be friendly to all and always welcome questions and/or concerns.
Athlete
Oberlin College Women's Basketball
10.2022 - Current
- Attend all practices, team meetings, and workouts on time.
- Demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, effectively motivating and encouraging my teammates.
- Exhibit excellent teamwork and strong work ethic by promoting camaraderie.
- Manage time effectively while traveling for games, attending practice, and going to classes.
Volunteer
Ronald McDonald House Charities
06.2023 - Current
- Prepare rooms so that families can rest comfortably and not worry about finding a place to stay at night.
- Lead groups who come to volunteer by providing them a tour of the house as well as demonstrating how to prepare the rooms.
- Welcome families with empathy given they are going through difficult situations.
Volunteer
Oberlin Community Services
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Helped provide those in need a comfortable and welcoming experience at the food pantry.
- Advocated the need for more volunteers to assist with Oberlin Community Services.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
Volunteer
Mid-Ohio Food Bank
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Worked among other volunteers to fill grocery carts with items to provide the families in need of food supply.
- Helped to package individual boxes of food items in case of emergency for senior citizens.
- Efficiently loaded cars full of food items to utilize.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Oberlin College
Oberlin, OH05.2026
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Community engagement
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Self-motivation
- Attention to detail
- Interpersonal skills
- Adaptability
- Organizational skills
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Tutor
Ninde Scholar Program
09.2023 - Current
Volunteer
Ronald McDonald House Charities
06.2023 - Current
Volunteer
Oberlin Community Services
01.2023 - 01.2023
Athlete
Oberlin College Women's Basketball
10.2022 - Current
Student Employee
Oberlin College
08.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Mid-Ohio Food Bank
07.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Oberlin College
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