Modesta Cherop
UWCCR
Saint Paul,MN
2
Languages
1
year of professional experience
Dedicated professional with strong collaboration and organizational skills. Proven ability to manage events and resolve conflicts effectively, ensuring positive experiences for peers and community members. Committed to promoting cultural understanding and inclusivity.
Work History
African Student Association Leader, 'Mama Africa'
1 Year- Created a supportive atmosphere for new African students, promoting interactions among diverse student backgrounds in the international school.
- Developed and managed events highlighting African culture, engaging students through cultural performances and food fairs.
- Guided students through conflict resolution processes in the African Family, ensuring a peaceful and collaborative atmosphere.
- Served as a liaison to enhance student experience by relaying African students' concerns and proposals to administration.
Leader of Crochet for Cancer Club
1 Year- Instructed new club members in crochet skills, resulting in increased production and member participation.
- Facilitated acquisition of materials for club activities while ensuring profits were designated for cancer charity contributions.
- Coordinated discussions during club meetings and effectively conveyed suggestions and concerns to co-curricular department.
Teacher's Assistant
1 Year 6 Months- Assisted teachers in lesson planning and classroom management, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to educational excellence.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
Resident Assistant
1 Year- Facilitated community engagement activities to promote resident involvement and connection.
- Provided support in conflict resolution among roommates, enhancing living environment for residents.
- Assisted in organizing educational workshops, fostering personal development among peers.
- Chaired biweekly residence meetings to discuss issues regarding student behavior in the residence and in the school at large
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with residents, increasing satisfaction levels within the community.
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly residential life meetings addressing resident needs.
- Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
- Worked alongside fellow resident assistants to ensure smooth running of operations in the residence and in the school.
Barista
1 Month- Attended and completed a 3-week course for coffee quality control and barista training.
- Provided exceptional customer service, responding to inquiries and resolving issues effectively.
- Prepared high-quality espresso beverages following standard recipes and procedures.
- Operated point-of-sale system accurately, processing transactions and handling cash responsibly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to create a positive work environment and improve service speed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts
Skills
Conflict resolution
Team leadership
Cultural engagement
Organizational skills
Event management
Attention to detail
Multitasking
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Barista
Masha Coffee
06.2025 - 07.2025Read More
African Student Association Leader, 'Mama Africa'
UWCCR
05.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Leader of Crochet for Cancer Club
UWCCR
05.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Resident Assistant
UWCCR
04.2025 - 04.2026Read More
Teacher's Assistant
UWCCR
11.2024 - 05.2026Read More
Macalester College
Bachelor of Arts
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