Jacob Shmulenson

Fair Lawn,NJ

Summary

Jacob is a dynamic and dedicated young man with experience as a volunteer at Fair Lawn Access for All, enhancing community engagement and accessibility. I take part in organizing social events and support individuals with developmental disabilities, fostering a positive environment and promoting inclusivity. I aspire to major in and work in the field of Visual Communication Design, specializing in Web or Game Design. I too am skilled with Adobe design applications and using Google Suite. Also, I work well with others and often take initiative in group projects.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Fair Lawn Access for All

Fair Lawn, NJ

03.2018 - Current

Assist with managing monthly social events for local adults with developmental disabilities.
At the dances, help with logistics like serving dessert and leading social activities for the attendees.
Act as a representative for the organization around town at events like the opening of a group home for disabled people.
Presented a plaque to the couple who funded the home.
Help with ideas for integrating amenities to increase community accessibility.

English Tutor

Hebrew Public

Brooklyn, NY

09.2021 - 01.2022

An English tutor paired with a young boy after recently coming to the U.S. from Ukraine.
Conducted English lessons one on one over Zoom to help him learn basic grammar and conversational English.
Helped the student to learn enough English to do well in school and integrate into everyday life.
Enhanced students'' reading and writing skills by implementing interactive and engaging lesson plans.
Facilitated engaging discussions to enhance student's critical thinking and language skills.
Developed personalized tutoring sessions based on student needs, leading to improved academic performance.
Strengthened students'' understanding of grammar rules by providing targeted instruction during individual or group sessions.
Kept accurate records of each tutoring session, tracking attendance, progress notes, and areas for future focus.
Mentored students in proper punctuation, spelling and sentence structure use.
Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
Established rapport with student, fostering open communication and creating a supportive learning atmosphere.
Established strong relationships with the student, fostering a supportive and motivating learning environment.
Met with students and discussed educational goals and expectations.
Signposted online tools and resources for additional instruction and practice.
Improved learning with integration of technology in lessons, including educational apps and platforms.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communication Design

Ramapo College of New Jersey

Mahwah, NJ

05-2028

Skills

Using Adobe applications such as: Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
Using Google Suite applications: Drive, Slides, and Sheets
Teamwork and collaboration
Positive attitude
Community service
Computer skills

Community engagement
Disability awareness
Active listening
Organizational skills
Time management abilities
Analytical thinking

Affiliations

US Power Soccer Association NY Power Red Bulls
Fair Lawn Access for All
Hebrew Public

Interests

Cooking
Graphic Design
Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
Digital Art and Animation
Strategy Games
Video Gaming
Volunteering
Video Game Design
Creative Writing
Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
Web Development and Design
Design and Build Websites

Timeline