Estefania Almaraz
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
My objective is to advance health equity across all populations, with a future focus on women and children, ensuring access to quality healthcare and addressing social determinants of health. Through innovative program management, education, and active community engagement, I am dedicated to creating healthier, more resilient communities by preventing disease and illnesses, promoting healthy lifestyles, and reducing environmental risks.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
NMSU Cancer Outreach Core
Las Cruces, NM
05.2023 - Current
- Developed and distributed educational materials for public use on cancer topics, including colon, prostate, and skin cancer
- Represented the program at community events, distributing materials and engaging with the public to increase awareness
- Coordinated and supported the 'Health Equity Field Experience' course, including event logistics, developing a course page on Canvas, and assisting with administrative tasks
- Managed a community advisory board, including recruiting members, coordinating meetings, and ensuring effective communication
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Las Cruces Public Schools
Las Cruces, NM
10.2021 - Current
- Delivered lessons to classrooms of grades 9 to 12 with up to 35 students, following detailed lesson plans and maintaining classroom order
- Emphasized student engagement by utilizing various teaching strategies such as visual aids and real-world applications
- Maintained continuity in learning by seamlessly taking over long-term substitute positions, developing rapport with students and staff, and upholding classroom routines and academic standards
- Adapted quickly to diverse classroom environments and student needs, providing individualized support to help students grasp challenging concepts and stay on track
Graduate Research Assistant
NMSU Public Health Sciences
Las Cruces, NM
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Worked closely with Dr. Elizabeth England Kennedy and team members to develop lesson plans, workshops, and educational materials related to public health topics such as mosquito abatement
- Created and designed informational handouts, flyers, presentations, and other materials for educational outreach
- Conducted research to support public health initiatives and assisted in organizing and facilitating workshops to promote community health education
- Played a key role in organizing and facilitating impactful educational workshops, ensuring smooth logistics and engaging participant experiences
Education
Master of Public Health -
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM12.2020
Certificate - Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Vista College
Las Cruces, NM06-2016
Skills
- Adaptability
- Public Speaking
- Problem-Solving
- Time-Management
- Microsoft Office
- Healthcare
- Communication
- Organization
- Canva
- Canvas
- Lesson Planning
- Customer Service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Professionalism
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety awareness
- Lesson implementation
Certification
- Social and Behavioral Research – Basic/Refresher, CITI Program, 02/23, 02/26
- CPCT/A – Patient Care Technician Assistant, NHA, 05/16, 07/26
- Substitute Teacher Certificate, New Mexico Public Education Department, 07/21, 06/33
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
NMSU Cancer Outreach Core
05.2023 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
NMSU Public Health Sciences
02.2023 - 06.2024
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Las Cruces Public Schools
10.2021 - Current
Master of Public Health -
New Mexico State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
New Mexico State University
Certificate - Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Vista College