Melissa-Berthe Bila
Columbus,OH
Summary
Passionate Education Advocate
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
AmeriCorps Ohio College And Career Guides
I Know I Can AmeriCorps College and Career Guides
08.2023 - Current
- Conceptualized and delivered comprehensive career exploration lessons to over 400 8th-grade middle school students, to enhance students’ understanding of potential career paths. Adapted lessons to cater to over 150 English language learner students
- Collaborate with teachers and school administrators to design creative and interactive lessons
- Directed and facilitated several service projects (community service events) and social justice programming (Services Speaks discussions) to uphold AmeriCorps objectives
- Maintained accurate records of student interactions, and entered data on student progress and outcomes to evaluate program effectiveness and impact
- Planned and coordinated college and careers fairs and field trips to college campuses to promote higher education and career readiness, with school staff
- Helped high school students with college applications, SAT/ACT registration, and FAFSA submissions.
Teaching Assistant Program In France
College Albert Camus
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Facilitated students’ improvement in English language proficiency through engaging activities, personalized support, and by implementing supplementary language curricula relevant to modern English use for 146 French speaking middle school students
- Identified and leveraged opportunities for cultural exchange in classroom
- Organized and led weekly club for students to gain knowledge and discuss current world events and topics
- Aided in assessing students' progress by grading assignments, quizzes, and exams and providing constructive feedback to students and classroom teachers.
International Trade Administration
Office of Africa
Washington D, UT
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Supported Senior International Trade Analysts in 2 research projects aimed at strengthening competitiveness of U.S
- Provided administrative support for trade analysts, including scheduling meetings, preparing presentations and managing/drafting correspondence
- Analyzed and researched issues related to U.S.- East African countries trade policy
- Participated in data collection to gain insights into East African countries and companies' approaches and operations in trade market
- Gathered market research to identify export opportunities for U.S
- Companies and industries in East African countries markets.
Fall Intern
Global Cleveland
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted Program Director in various community development, newcomer community outreach and international programming assistance projects
- Conducted research and analysis on topics related to immigration policies, workforce development, and economic trends impacting the international community in Cleveland
- Drafted multiple proclamations for Cleveland’s sister cities to be presented at the annual Sister Cities Conference
- Developed communication plans for outreach to African communities in Cleveland, contributing to research initiatives and data compilation for organizational programming and efficiency
- Offered comprehensive administrative assistance to the team, overseeing database management and promptly addressing inquiries from community members and stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics & International Studies
Baldwin Wallace University
Berea, OH05.2022
Skills
- Advanced proficiency in French
- Basic familiarity with statistical software program R
- Excellent reporting and analytic skills, both quantitative and qualitative
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Timeline
AmeriCorps Ohio College And Career Guides
I Know I Can AmeriCorps College and Career Guides
08.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant Program In France
College Albert Camus
10.2022 - 04.2023
International Trade Administration
Office of Africa
01.2022 - 06.2022
Fall Intern
Global Cleveland
10.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Economics & International Studies
Baldwin Wallace University
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