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Emily Amenda

Oberlin,OH

Summary

Highly motivated politics student with a strong educational policy and pedagogical practice background. Passionate about community development and excels in collaborative work environments. Seeking a post-graduate career that offers growth opportunities and a fulfilling, challenging work environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Tutor Leader

America Reads
02.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated monthly training sessions focused on pedagogical strategies
  • Held office hours, managed interpersonal and logistical concerns

Tutor for Oberlin Elementary School

America Reads
10.2022 - Current
  • Conducted reading, writing, and spelling assessments
  • Assisted students with various classwork
  • Experienced in both classroom based and individual tutoring
  • Collaborated closely with other tutors and the classroom teacher

Tutor

Boys and Girls Club of America
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Assisted students with various classwork and homework

Camp counselor

Interlochen Center for the Arts
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Supervised and ensured the well-being of 12+ children, fostering a safe and engaging camp environment
  • Worked reception in an office setting

Intern

HEART (Humane Education Advocates Reaching Teachers)
01.2024 - 01.2024
  • Collaborated with staff on curriculum development and revision
  • Provided social media and website content and feedback for the organization

Teaching Assistant

Talent Prep
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans for K-8 students in ELA and Math
  • Worked with multiple age groups simultaneously

Summer Intern

The New York City Housing Authority
07.2018 - 08.2018
  • Handled phone calls with local organizations
  • Acquired fundamental office skills
  • Collaborated regularly with coworkers

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Political Science

Oberlin College & Conservatory
Oberlin, OH
05-2025

Skills

  • Creativity
  • Collaboration
  • Writing
  • Adaptability
  • Google Suite
  • Curriculum Development
  • Classroom Management
  • Data Analysis

Leadership and Volunteer Experience

OSCA (Oberlin Student Cooperative Association), Manager, Oberlin, OH, August 2023- September 2024. 

  • Led policy discussions and successfully facilitated changes to the cooperative structure.
  • Served in a leadership role, including the facilitation of meal planning, group discussions/elections, and managing any issues from the broader organization.

OSCA (Oberlin Student Cooperative Association), Member, Oberlin, OH, August 2023- September 2024, 

  • Gained experience cooking meals for 60+ people.

Coalition for the Homeless, Volunteer, 2016-2021, 

  • Assisted in the annual Coalition for the Homeless Children's Holiday Party., Designed and supervised arts and crafts projects for children ages 5-12.

Timeline

Tutor

Boys and Girls Club of America
01.2025 - 03.2025

Camp counselor

Interlochen Center for the Arts
06.2024 - 08.2024

Tutor Leader

America Reads
02.2024 - Current

Intern

HEART (Humane Education Advocates Reaching Teachers)
01.2024 - 01.2024

Teaching Assistant

Talent Prep
07.2023 - 08.2023

Tutor for Oberlin Elementary School

America Reads
10.2022 - Current

Summer Intern

The New York City Housing Authority
07.2018 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Political Science

Oberlin College & Conservatory

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