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KAREN STEISI OCAMPO
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KAREN STEISI OCAMPO

Yakima,WA

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Office of Student Diversity & Inclusion InternAlumni Association Student Ambassador Substitute ParaprofessionalPart Time ManagerECO Youth Institute

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Yakima, WA
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$55000/yr - $65000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementPersonal development programsCompany CultureWork-life balancePaid time off401k match

Summary

Skilled multitasker with excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and organizing abilities. Willing to take on any duty to help the team, and will actively and effectively listen and communicate. Extensive experience in staff management, documentation, and outcome monitoring. Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. With a strong interest in DE&I initiatives and youth support programs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Office of Student Diversity & Inclusion Intern

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Provided culturally responsive peer support and advocacy for underrepresented students, including students of color, first-generation, international, disabled, and LGBTQ+ students.
  • Connected students to academic, financial, and personal development resources, supporting retention, access, and student success.
  • Planned and coordinated inclusive student programs and events, including orientations, socials, and graduation celebrations to foster community and belonging.
  • Served as the sole undergraduate representative in the office, acting as a liaison between undergraduate and graduate communities to elevate undergraduate voices, needs, and concerns.
  • Led a year-long community needs assessment project, identifying gaps in support for first-generation students and designing an institutional response.
  • Conceptualized a First-Generation Student Expo, combining a career fair with workshops and seminars addressing barriers to higher education and post-undergraduate pathways.
  • Collaborated closely with College of Education faculty and the Office of Student Services to support and facilitate workshops, events, and educational programming.
  • Promoted and coordinated campus events, including faculty-led panels and documentary screenings, increasing visibility and student engagement through targeted outreach and marketing.
  • Strengthened skills in advocacy, program development, event coordination, cross-campus collaboration, and educational equity.

Alumni Association Student Ambassador

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Promoted University of Washington Alumni Association programs, events, and initiatives to current undergraduate students to increase awareness and engagement.
  • Assisted in planning and executing student-focused events designed to connect undergraduates with alumni and highlight post-graduation opportunities.
  • Fostered meaningful connections between students and alumni by sharing information about networking opportunities, mentorship programs, and alumni resources.
  • Supported a variety of events throughout the academic year, contributing to outreach, coordination, and on-site engagement.
  • Collaborated with a diverse team to design programming that resonated with the undergraduate community and encouraged participation.
  • Educated students on the long-term benefits of alumni involvement and the professional networks available to them after graduation.
  • Expanded professional skills in event planning, outreach, teamwork, and community engagement while making a lasting impact on the Husky community.

Substitute Paraprofessional

Yakima School District 7
Yakima, Washington
03.2026 - Current
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.

Part Time Associate | Seasonal Manager

The Childrens Place
Yakima, WA
06.2021 - Current
  • Cultivated strong working relationships with team members and management to improve store performance, leading weekly team meetings and contributing to monthly operational reports.
  • Participated in employee interviews, hiring, onboarding, and training, supporting team development and retention.
  • Oversaw daily store operations, including customer service, sales floor management, merchandising, and marketing execution.
  • Managed cash handling and financial operations, including register reconciliation, weekly deposits, and bank system coordination to ensure accurate money management.
  • Maintained high standards of store cleanliness, organization, and visual merchandising, ensuring accurate representation of promotions, sales, and brand standards.
  • Actively addressed staff concerns through effective communication, active listening, and conflict resolution, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
  • Drove sales performance by coaching staff on customer engagement, promoting weekly sales goals, credit card sign-ups, and loyalty program enrollment.
  • Assessed team performance and clearly communicated weekly goals and expectations to support store success.
  • Collaborated with district and higher management, advocating for team needs while executing company initiatives and reporting on store performance.

ECO Youth Institute

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
07.2025 - 07.2025
  • Supported a college and career readiness program for Seattle Public Schools students, centered on higher education access and leadership development for a variety of selected students.
  • Collaborated with University of Washington faculty, SPS educators, and community partners to prepare and facilitate lectures, workshops, and seminars.
  • Designed and led daily opening and closing sessions, facilitating reflective activities that connected academic content, mindset development, and personal goal-setting.
  • Created and administered student feedback tools, including surveys, quizzes, and reflection forms, to center student voice and assess program impact.
  • Collected, organized, and synthesized qualitative and quantitative program data used for grant reporting, program evaluation, and research on program effectiveness.
  • Contributed to curriculum development and assessment strategies, aligning daily activities with program goals and learning outcomes.
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to students, fostering engagement, accountability, and confidence in navigating higher education pathways.
  • Supported program logistics through organization, timekeeping, and coordination, ensuring smooth daily operations and staff alignment.

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

University of Washington
Leon, Spain
09.2024 - 09.2024
  • Taught English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) in a culturally diverse community, engaging with students from varied cultural, academic, and professional backgrounds.
  • Collaborated with a teaching team to design and deliver a 3–4 week intensive curriculum tailored to student needs, goals, and skill levels.
  • Led an advanced (C3-level) English class focused on strengthening conversational fluency, dialogue, and real-time communication skills.
  • Developed interactive, activity-based lesson plans emphasizing debates, spontaneous discussions, role-play, and one-on-one dialogue to increase student engagement and confidence.
  • Assessed student language skills during the first days of instruction and continuously adapted lesson strategies to address areas of growth.
  • Created and administered quizzes, surveys, and feedback tools to evaluate student progress and inform instructional improvements.
  • Facilitated dynamic classroom discussions across subjects including communication, history, and cultural exchange to support contextual language learning.
  • Participated in regular peer debriefings with educators across classrooms to share best practices, reflect on challenges, and improve teaching effectiveness.
  • Implemented reflective teaching practices by integrating feedback from students and colleagues into ongoing curriculum development.
  • Taught adult learners including graduate students, faculty, and staff, many pursuing master’s or doctoral degrees in STEM and other disciplines, with learners ranging from ages 40–60.

CAMP Peer Mentor Leader

College Assistance Migrant Program, University of Washington
Seattle, WA
09.2022 - 03.2024
  • Oversaw the formation and operation of the CAMP Committee, which organized and facilitated social bonding events throughout the year, while simultaneously managing a personal caseload of 3-5 students to mentor over a 6-month period.
  • Developed a curriculum and class exercises to present a seminar on First Generation Mental Health.
  • Assessed students' knowledge, comprehension, and study habits to track progress and set realistic goals.
  • Shared resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
  • Facilitated peer-to-peer conversations to support open communication among mentees.

Heros Journey Mentor

Dare to Dream Academy
Seattle , WA
06.2023 - 06.2023
  • Collaborated with education staff members every morning before camp sessions and every night for ongoing camp improvement, while also assisting over six youth apprentices with finance, fitness, art, and literacy, as well as college and beyond.
  • Suggested coping strategies for those struggling with challenging circumstances while maintaining strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect or threats were identified.
  • Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage social resilience and connection.
  • Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.
  • Regularly assessed progress and provided feedback to support continued development.

Education

Bachelors of Arts - Education, Communities And Organizations

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
06-2025

Associates of Arts -

Yakima Valley College
Yakima, WA
05.2021

Awards & Activities

  • Sister of Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Incorporated
  • President of the Multicultural Greek Council.
  • Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity, Del Rio Grande Scholarship Recipient 22'-23'
  • 24'-25' Vice President & Finance Director for The National Order of Omega Greek Honor Society, Epsilon Epsilon Chapter.
  • Adelante Con Educación Conference 24'-25' Student Mentor.
  • 24'-25' Latine Graduation Speaker.

Websites

Timeline

Substitute Paraprofessional

Yakima School District 7
03.2026 - Current

ECO Youth Institute

University of Washington
07.2025 - 07.2025

Office of Student Diversity & Inclusion Intern

University of Washington
09.2024 - 06.2025

Alumni Association Student Ambassador

University of Washington
09.2024 - 06.2025

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

University of Washington
09.2024 - 09.2024

Heros Journey Mentor

Dare to Dream Academy
06.2023 - 06.2023

CAMP Peer Mentor Leader

College Assistance Migrant Program, University of Washington
09.2022 - 03.2024

Part Time Associate | Seasonal Manager

The Childrens Place
06.2021 - Current

Bachelors of Arts - Education, Communities And Organizations

University of Washington

Associates of Arts -

Yakima Valley College

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