Michael Farquharson
Newton Center,MA
Summary
Dedicated and attentive social service specialist with a background in leading community service efforts and a deep interest in economics, politics, and the relationship to society thereof. Seasoned teaching, leadership, and community outreach skills with an emphasis on improving the quality of life in the community. Driven by providing top-quality service to clients and applying academic knowledge and reasoning to my professional responsibilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Dartmouth Democrats
10.2022 - Current
Tabling and knocking on doors for Democratic political candidates in New Hampshire; helping to organize events for Democrats and promoting political awareness + voter registration for classmates.
SAT Tutor
Care-to-Share
06.2021 - Current
Tutored the SAT as part of Care-to-Share's SAT Tutoring service. Helped students from my school and other schools prepare for the SAT exam by explaining reading, writing, and mathematical concepts necessary to success.
Violin/Piano Teacher
Care-to-Share
09.2019 - Current
I tutor young underserved students in violin and piano, from complete beginners to more advanced young musicians.
Intern
Law Offices Of George N. Papachristos
06.2021 - 08.2021
Interned for former ADA and current defense attorney George Papachristos; reviewed police reports and case files; attended trials; assisted attorney with defense’s arguments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Government And Economics
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH06.2026
High School Diploma -
Newton South High School
Newton, MA06.2022
Skills
- Volunteer Recruitment As the President of Care-to-Share, I have gone great lengths to advertise and recruit tutors from around the world I worked to establish networks among young musicians who were interested in volunteering using social media and our website to highlight the impact of our organization Diversity and inclusion were top priorities in my volunteer recruitment
- Community Outreach I have engaged with the community by establishing connections with schools and finding students in need of assistance
- Public Speaking As a debater and Model UN member, I have developed strong public speaking skills, especially in persuasive speaking
- Donor Relations I engage often with our donors by maintaining communication, acknowledging and sharing the impact of their contributions
- Soliciting Donations I recruit new donors through networking and advertising the positive impact of donations on our website and through mail
- Producing Communications I communicate with Care-to-Share's partners both digitally (eg, through social media and emails) and through mail, updating them on new events, fundraisers, and achievements
- Document Management As a legal intern, I handled numerous important documents such as police reports, client testimonies, etc, in an organized and efficient manner
Websites
Languages
English
Turkish
Timeline
Volunteer
Dartmouth Democrats
10.2022 - Current
SAT Tutor
Care-to-Share
06.2021 - Current
Intern
Law Offices Of George N. Papachristos
06.2021 - 08.2021
Violin/Piano Teacher
Care-to-Share
09.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Government And Economics
Dartmouth College
High School Diploma -
Newton South High School
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