Natasha Nair
Avon ,IN
Summary
Driven by a strong work ethic and adaptability, I excelled at Columbia University, showcasing leadership and public speaking skills. Leveraging social media expertise, I significantly enhanced community engagement through various initiatives, including multicultural festivals and educational workshops, while demonstrating patience and empathy in diverse volunteer roles at the Hindu Temple of Central Indiana. I want to eventually use my power of words to advocate for the mute by studying Political Science. I do this in hopes that it will allow me to blend critical thinking skills with my emotional radar. It will allow me to read people with varying agendas and help navigate a path from a historical, economic, political perspective with likeminded factions . For successful negotiations, we must come prepared with knowledge and show wisdom to forge peaceful solutions . For our world to exist we must learn to give and take, accept and comply with rules that are fair to all and allow the least among us to prosper. Together we will prevail.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Babysitter
Hindu Temple of Central Indiana
01.2020 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Provided nutritious and traditional Indian meals and snacks to support health and well-being.
Volunteer
Hendricks County
05.2021 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills by reaching out with the Avon, Brownsburg, and Plainfield Chamber of Commerce's, Lions Club, and Rotary Club to inform my nearby communities of volunteer opportunities and events relating to the Leukemia Lymphoma Society.
- Intervened in crisis situations to obtain support for clients and reduce escalation or recurrence risks by working with Habitat for humanity which helps build homes for those that do not have access to them, NAMI which is a nonprofit dedicated towards helping bring an end to youth suicide and advocate for youth mental health, Share LT which works with bringing education to kids around the globe, and Ekal Foundation which helps build schools in underdeveloped areas within India, all through the Hindu Temple of Central Indiana.
- Supported efficient operations at homeless shelters and temples, prepared free and fresh meals distributed throughout downtown Indianapolis, and organized supplies.
- Raised awareness about the importance of wasted potential, entitlement, and service through educational workshops and the Hindu Mandir Executive Committee Conference.
- Strengthened community bonds, participating in interfaith dialogues and Interfaith Festival of Faith events.
- Amplified non-profits like American Cancer Society and NAMI reach by managing social media campaigns.
- Coordinated food drives through Mary Lee Maier and Gleaners food bank for improved local food bank stock levels.
- Increased cultural awareness with organization of multicultural festivals such as Temple Fest and Asian Fest.
- Facilitated better healthcare access by volunteering at free clinics at IU Health, working with dementia patients.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly in community homes like Park Square Manor.
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing and leading local clean-up events.
Work Study Student
Columbia University
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining strong relationships with peers, supervisors, and students.
- Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues, and provide assistance to finally participate in a group effort towards winning the mock trial.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility in different work situations.
- Implemented creative problem-solving strategies to address challenges faced during daily operations within the work-study position dedicated to legal studies, a profession i would like to join and enter.
Education
Avon High School
Avon Indiana 08.2021 - 05.2025
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Time Management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Reliability
- Adaptability and Resilience
- Leadership Qualities
- Social Media
- Civil rights advocacy
- Public Speaking
Accomplishments
- Taught over 500 children from Kindergarten to 8th grade about cultural history and the importance of a sacred faith.
- Achieved long hours of service by fundraising over 30k for children with blood cancer for LLS and 7k for children struggling with mental health and child suicide within NAMI with accuracy and efficiency.
- Accomplished interfaith dialogue through holding events and immersion programs twice recognized by the mayor.
Affiliations
- Leukemia Lymphoma Society
- Interfaith CIC
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Work Study Student
Columbia University
06.2024 - 07.2024
Avon High School
08.2021 - 05.2025
Volunteer
Hendricks County
05.2021 - Current
Babysitter
Hindu Temple of Central Indiana
01.2020 - Current
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