Esther Cruz Molina
Rochester,NY
Summary
Dynamic Educational Program Associate at Santa Fe College with proven success in participant retention and community engagement. Skilled in bilingual communication and data reporting, I foster cross-cultural connections and implement effective learning strategies, achieving an 85% retention rate while enhancing program visibility through innovative outreach initiatives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Program Associate
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Provide individualized Spanish tutoring and academic support to 20+ weekly participants from diverse age groups, including adult learners and seniors returning to education
- Maintain 85% participant retention rate through personalized learning strategies and relationship-building, with 6-7 recurring students consistently scheduling sessions based on service quality
- Serve as cultural bridge by openly sharing Central American background and using authentic cultural examples to teach Spanish language and Hispanic culture, building trust with students from diverse backgrounds
- Manage dual operational roles: deliver tutoring services while serving as Learning Commons Host, coordinating virtual session logistics and student intake for multi-tutor team
- Process participant data and session documentation through Navigate database system, ensuring accurate program reporting and compliance
- Serve as sole program representative on designated days, independently managing front-desk operations, participant inquiries, and service coordination
- Trained in community resource navigation and referral processes, connecting participants to institutional support services including food assistance and mental health resources
Public Relations Officer & Event Coordinator
International Student Cultural Association
Gainesville, Florida
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Plan and execute 7 college-wide cultural events annually (including Welcome Week, Thanksgiving Celebration, Valentine's Day, and fundraising initiatives), engaging 25-30 participants per event.
- Manage all social media platforms and content creation strategy, achieving consistent engagement of 250-300 views per post and growing organizational visibility
- Collaborate with administrative stakeholders to align programming with institutional diversity and inclusion goals
- Coordinate event logistics including venue booking, budget tracking, vendor coordination, and volunteer recruitment
President & Volunteer Coordinator
P.K. Yonge D.R.S's Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica
Gainesville, FL
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Led a chapter of 20+ active volunteers, coordinating community service initiatives and organizational operations.
- Directed a school-wide Hispanic Heritage Month performance event, managing logistics for a multi-grade presentation (K-12), and coordinating with faculty sponsors.
- Facilitated After-School Spanish Program, providing bilingual education support to elementary students.
- Maintained open communication with members to foster a collaborative environment and address concerns.
Research Team Member & Presenter
Euro Challenge
Gainesville, Florida
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with 4-member team to research, analyze, and present economic policy findings on migration flows in France
- Delivered professional presentations to panels of 5-6 industry experts at regional (Miami) and national (New York City) competitions
- Developed skills in policy research, data synthesis, public speaking, and team coordination under deadline pressure
- Created informative presentations and visual aids to support research dissemination efforts.
Education
Associate of Arts - Anthropology
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL12-2025
High School Diploma - Gainesville, FL
P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School
Gainesville, FL05-2024
Skills
- Program Support & Implementation
- Volunteer Recruitment & Coordination
- Event Planning & Execution
- Bilingual Communication (Spanish/English)
- Community Outreach & Engagement
- Data Collection & Reporting
- Social Media Content Creation
- Budget Management & Financial Coordination
- Resource Referral & Navigation
- Cooperative Leadership
- Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Cross-Cultural Programming
- Database Systems
- Navigate (student tracking)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- Design & Social Media
- Canva
- Content creation
- Engagement analytics
- Communication Platforms
- Zoom
- Virtual meeting coordination
- Remote service delivery
- Leadership Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Academic Success Strategies
- Community Building
Certification
Florida Seal of Biliteracy, 2024, Official state recognition of high-level proficiency in English and Spanish
Technical Skills Professional Development
- Database Systems, Navigate (student tracking), Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace
- Design & Social Media, Canva (Advanced), Instagram, Facebook, content creation and engagement analytics
- Communication Platforms, Zoom, virtual meeting coordination, remote service delivery
- Leadership Development, SSF workshops in Financial Literacy, Conflict Resolution, Academic Success Strategies, Community Building
Additional Information
Available for 30 hours/week with flexible schedule (weekdays/weekends as needed), Willing to travel within assigned geographical area (transportation arrangements in progress), Trained in serving diverse populations including adult learners, seniors, and vulnerable communities, Deep understanding of nonprofit sector through family background and volunteer experience, Honduran heritage with strong ties to Central American community (underrepresented demographic in North Florida), Experience managing cooperative household operations: budget management, meal planning, community organizing
Languages
- Spanish, Native - First Language, Honduran Heritage
- English, Fluent - Professional Working Proficiency
Academic Honors Recognition
- Dean's List, Santa Fe College, Fall 2024
- AP Scholar Award, 2024, Scored 5 on AP Spanish Literature & AP Spanish Language Exams
- Outstanding Senior, Hispanic Honor Society 'Dos Patrias' Chapter, 2023
- North Central Florida World Languages Festival - Outstanding Performance at Impromptu Speaking, 2024
- North Central Florida World Languages Festival - 3rd Place for Traditional Dance, 2024
Scholarships Leadership Awards
- Southern Scholarship Foundation - Recipient of competitive merit-based scholarship providing rent-free cooperative housing, 2024-Present
- SF Achieve Scholar, Recipient of full-tuition scholarship covering up to 60 credit hours plus $400 per semester book stipend, 2024-Present
- Bright Futures - Florida Medallion Scholar, 2024
- PKY Margaret McLean Scholarship Recipient, 2024
Timeline
Educational Program Associate
Santa Fe College
01.2025 - Current
Public Relations Officer & Event Coordinator
International Student Cultural Association
08.2024 - 08.2025
President & Volunteer Coordinator
P.K. Yonge D.R.S's Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica
08.2023 - 05.2024
Research Team Member & Presenter
Euro Challenge
08.2022 - 05.2023
Associate of Arts - Anthropology
Santa Fe College
High School Diploma - Gainesville, FL
P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School