Overview
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Nelly Thomas

Mill Valley,CA

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Tutor

Mathnasium Of Mill Valley
09.2019 - 09.2022
  • Part-time tutor to kids ages 5 - 15 organized in groups of 4 - 6 at a time.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.


Volunteer

Bridge The Gap - Little Readers Summer Program
06.2018 - 08.2022
  • Part-time summer program for kids ages 5 - 8.
  • Offered one-on-one instruction to foster opportunities for flexible and differentiated learning.
  • Taught math, reading, and writing tactics to improve comprehension and working skills.
  • Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance.

Tamalpais High School Mock Trial Co-Captain

Tamalpais High School Mock Trial
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • As Co-Captain was responsible for organizing fund raising and team building events, communicating with competition organizers as well as team members and parents, and working with the school administration.
  • Recruited lawyers to volunteer as coaches for the duration of the school year.
  • As a team leader, provided direction, support and coaching to individuals involved in competitions.
  • Competed in 1 national, 3 state, and 11 regional competitions, achieving 3 county and 1 state wins, and placing 6th at the National Mock Trial Championship in 2022.
  • Took on role of character and expert witnesses in 15 competitions over the course of 4 years, winning second place as Expert Witness in a 2021 competition.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills, effectively motivating and encouraging peers.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Cognitive Science

University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
06.2026

High School Diploma -

Tamalpais High School
Mill Valley, CA
06.2022

Skills

  • Creative, Academic, and Collaborative Writing Skills
  • Adobe Premiere Pro Video Editing Skills
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Excellent Interpersonal Communication
  • Flexibility and Adaptability

Accomplishments


  • Graduated High School with Honors.
  • Was Awarded the Skin Grip Scholarship Video Essay in 2022.
  • Produced 3 short documentaries during the Academy of Integrated New Media and Humanities 2 year program in high school.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Korean
Elementary

Timeline

Tamalpais High School Mock Trial Co-Captain

Tamalpais High School Mock Trial
06.2021 - 05.2022

Tutor

Mathnasium Of Mill Valley
09.2019 - 09.2022

Volunteer

Bridge The Gap - Little Readers Summer Program
06.2018 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Cognitive Science

University of California, Santa Cruz

High School Diploma -

Tamalpais High School
Nelly Thomas