Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
Interests
Timeline
Extremely Talented and Optimistic
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Lily Sawaya

Daly City,CA

Summary

Dynamic Youth Specialist with expertise in positive youth development and safety awareness. Committed to fostering collaboration and mentorship within community programs.

Overview

1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Specialist

Americorps
Oakland, CA
01.2021 - 03.2024
  • Developed and implemented youth engagement programs to foster community involvement.
  • Facilitated workshops focused on personal development and life skills for diverse youth populations.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to create strategic partnerships enhancing program outreach.
  • Mentored junior volunteers, providing guidance on best practices in youth support services.

High and Middle School Afterschool Program Teacher

Cobb Elementary and Jewish Community Center
02.2016 - 02.2023
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Facilitated collaborative learning experiences to enhance student engagement and participation.
  • Developed assessments to evaluate student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on effective classroom management techniques.

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Ealy Childhood Program, Daly City
Daly City
01.2015 - 03.2021
  • Assisted in developing and implementing age-appropriate educational activities to enhance learning engagement.
  • Supported lead teacher in managing classroom dynamics and fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with parents to communicate student progress and address individual needs effectively.
  • Monitored children's behavior and development, providing constructive feedback to support growth.

technical support technician

Sarah Lawrence College
Bronxville, NY
05.2011 - 05.2015
  • Resolved technical issues for students and faculty, ensuring minimal disruption to academic activities.
  • Provided timely support via phone, email, and in-person interactions to enhance user experience.
  • Collaborated with IT team to troubleshoot network connectivity problems and improve system performance.
  • Educated users on software applications, fostering greater independence in technology use.

Assistant Teacher

Sarah Lawrence College
Bronxville, NY
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to support diverse learning styles and enhance student participation.
  • Assisted lead teacher in implementing classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Facilitated small group activities, promoting collaboration and critical thinking among students.
  • Created instructional materials that aligned with curriculum standards and enhanced educational outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Child Psychology

Sarah Lawrence College
Bronxville, NY
05.2015

Skills

  • Positive youth development
  • Youth engagement
  • Safety awareness
  • Family support

Accomplishments

  • Achieved amazing relationships and an organized environment by completing directives with care, diligence, poise and delicacy, as well as with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved balances and tabs by introducing Microsoft for Seed Operations to tasks.
  • Sent a poem into the New Yorker and it made a difference, even if not published. It involved Jason Style Code from Computing/Coding/Engineering.
  • Achieved self-assurance through effectively helping with all tasks without bias.
  • Supervised team of 6 staff members.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Collaborated with team of 30 and more in the development of Youth Development.

Affiliations

  • American Society of Safety Professionals
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Freemason
  • American Marketing Association
  • APICS – Association for Supply Chain Management
  • International Association of Administrative Professionals
  • Toastmasters
  • Jaycees
  • American Medical Informatics Association
  • Society of Women Engineers
  • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
  • National Association of Social Workers
  • International Council of Nurses
  • Lions Club
  • Society of Human Resource Management
  • Association of Information Technology Professionals
  • Association for Computing Machinery
  • Rotary International
  • Project Management Institute

Certification

  • Was Licensed in CPR resessitation
  • Licensed to engage with children of all ages due to my education and job experience with and will be going to school for a formal Child Development License. I also aim to train to be a Human Rights Advocacy Case manager with a masters in Arabic and Spanish.
  • Bronxville, NY, Sarah Lawrence, 2015
  • Certified Assistant Teacher and Youth Specialist, Early Childhood Center IHSS and in Daly City.
  • Safety and Learning Efficacy as well as sensory and brain development 2011-Present.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Documenting and sharing travel experiences
  • Gardening
  • Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP)
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs
  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Participating in cooking contests and challenges to showcase culinary skills and creativity
  • Engaging in food photography and sharing culinary creations on social media
  • Exploring various forms of art, such as vocal and piano improvisation, rapping and poetry, and boxing, to nurture creativity and personal growth
  • Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
  • Fundraising Events
  • I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
  • Team Sports
  • Enjoy creating and following travel blogs and vlogs
  • Food Photography
  • Acting and Theater
  • Video Game Design
  • Digital Art and Animation
  • Interior Design
  • I have a passion for photography and editing photos
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
  • 3D Printing
  • Blogging
  • Participating in various activities, including bird watching, sound-mimicking, and psychological experimentation with mind connectivity
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Animal Welfare Advocacy
  • Genealogy
  • Camping
  • Volunteering with youth sports programs as a camp counselor
  • Participate in local theater productions, enhancing my public speaking and teamwork skills
  • Yoga
  • Volunteer Work
  • Avid Reader
  • Electronics and Circuit Building
  • Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
  • Watching Movies and TV Shows
  • Auto Repair/Restoration
  • Music
  • Food Tourism
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Gym Workouts
  • Rock Climbing
  • Web Development and Design
  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
  • Martial Arts
  • Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays
  • Enjoy participating in [activity] for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Community Cleanup
  • Knitting and Crocheting
  • Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
  • Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
  • Woodworking
  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Blogging/Vlogging
  • Pilates
  • Swimming

Timeline

Youth Specialist

Americorps
01.2021 - 03.2024

High and Middle School Afterschool Program Teacher

Cobb Elementary and Jewish Community Center
02.2016 - 02.2023

Assistant Preschool Teacher

Ealy Childhood Program, Daly City
01.2015 - 03.2021

technical support technician

Sarah Lawrence College
05.2011 - 05.2015

Assistant Teacher

Sarah Lawrence College
01.2010 - 01.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Child Psychology

Sarah Lawrence College

Extremely Talented and Optimistic

The ways in which I conduct myself are for the benefit of my community and the atmosphere at present globally. The time it has taken for me to develop in the way I have has been a very monumental and meaningful experience for me. The gifts and goals that I now have are fueling and driving me. I have also learned a lot about being of service to others, and how many forms that can come in. It truly benefits the person doing the service more than it does the one receiving it. That is of course one of the largest reasons I would like to continue to take care of children, or do something that benefits them, even if that means working in an office (which at this time is the actual preference). 

I have had a lot of outdoor field work, and I feel that this may been a good time for me to apply it directly into the administrative aspects of the way in which children are taken care of both at home and in school.

I also want to stand up for the rights of our mothers and parents, as well as anyone who cares to take care of the children of today. I have noticed more and more the way it is hard for parents and families to make it, with such little guidance and so many tasks and conquests to achieve with their kids.