Nichole Sanders
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Proven leader in volunteer and professional settings, adept in strategic thinking and diversity inclusion, with a track record of enhancing group dynamics and nonprofit management. At World Savings Bank, significantly mitigated fraud risks, showcasing problem-solving and active listening skills. Excelled in volunteer recruitment and relationship building, driving collaboration and teamwork across various roles.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay-at-home Parent
Self-employeed
San Antonio, TX
08.2005 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Small Group Leader Volunteer
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
San Antonio, TX
05.2021 - Current
- Facilitated constructive discussions to promote deeper understanding of topics and foster critical thinking skills.
- Connected members with relevant resources outside the small group setting for additional support when needed.
- Solicited feedback from participants to continuously improve the quality of content delivered during sessions.
- Developed tailored meeting agendas to address the unique needs of each small group session.
VBS Leader
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
San Antonio, TX
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Enhanced children''s spiritual growth by developing engaging and age-appropriate VBS curriculum.
- Ensured seamless transition between different activities throughout the day while maintaining an organized schedule.
- Maximized safety for all participants by implementing strict adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Fostered a positive environment for spiritual growth by encouraging open communication among volunteers, parents, and children.
- Established welcoming environments in each classroom through thoughtful organization of space, materials, decorations relevant to the theme of the program.
Hardy Oak PTA Board Member
Hardy Oak Elementary
San Antonio, TX
08.2016 - 05.2023
- Monitored progress toward achieving established goals while providing timely updates on project statuses to relevant stakeholders.
- Recruited and trained volunteers to support various school activities and functions.
- Ensured compliance with legal regulations governing the operations of non-profit organizations such as the PTO Board.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by establishing and managing a regular newsletter.
Girl Scout Troop Leader
Girl Scouts Of The USA
San Antonio, TX
08.2011 - 05.2015
- Safeguarded the well-being of all troop members by adhering to strict safety guidelines during meetings, outings, and events.
- Strengthened parental involvement through regular communication updates on their child''s progress within the Girl Scouts program.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Devised creative learning experiences by incorporating various forms of media, art, and technology into troop meetings.
- Recognized individual achievements by awarding badges and certificates, boosting troop morale and motivation levels.
Mortgage Underwriter
World Savings Bank
San Antonio, TX
10.2002 - 08.2005
- Approved or denied loans based on established criteria and underwriting guidelines.
- Identified possible fraud risks through meticulous evaluation of application materials, protecting both lenders and homebuyers from potential losses.
- Analyzed and verified applicant income, assets and credit history to support compliance with underwriting guidelines.
- Determined credit risks by reviewing files in advance and comparing data against internal checklists and guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mccallum High School
Austin, TXNo Degree -
Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CASkills
- Strategic Thinking
- Diversity Inclusion
- Group Dynamics
- Nonprofit Management
- Problem-Solving
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Active Listening
- Relationship Building
- Volunteer Recruitment
Timeline
VBS Leader
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
04.2024 - 06.2024
Small Group Leader Volunteer
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
05.2021 - Current
Hardy Oak PTA Board Member
Hardy Oak Elementary
08.2016 - 05.2023
Girl Scout Troop Leader
Girl Scouts Of The USA
08.2011 - 05.2015
Stay-at-home Parent
Self-employeed
08.2005 - Current
Mortgage Underwriter
World Savings Bank
10.2002 - 08.2005
High School Diploma -
Mccallum High School
No Degree -
Irvine Valley College