Nicole Cordasco
West Caldwell
Summary
Through being a camp counselor, Emory’s Office of Sustainability Farmers Market internship, volunteering, tutoring, babysitting, working in the service industry, and as an usher, I have garnered social skills that allow me to interact well with people in many settings. I have learned a lot from working with children in various settings, and I would be ecstatic to be part of the wonderful education that Food Corps provides. I have a compassionate nature, and a drive to serve my community. Throughout my years in school, I have been a dedicated student, and I'm interested in applying my excellent communication and interpersonal skills in the Food Corps. I am passionate about regenerative gardening and farming, and I believe that access to nourishing and delicious food is a human right. I am passionate about childcare, eldercare, community building, and I do my best to bring empathy to all my interactions. In May 2026, I will be graduating from Emory University with a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies in order to integrate my interests in food justice, spiritual connection with the Earth, Native American and Indigenous practices, education/caregiving, environmental science, specifically soil science and ecology, visual art, social justice, and environmental justice.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Toni's Kitchen Food Pantry
Montclair
12.2020 - Current
- Serve my local community
- Assist with food packaging and distribution
- Welcome visitors warmly and offer assistance
- Organize and sort donations from community food drives
- Serve hot meals to visitors with a friendly demeanor
- Store donated food items properly in order to maintain freshness and meet safety standards
- Prepare meals for distribution, following recipes and directions from supervisors
- Sorted and packed donated food items to deliver to families in need
Usher
Schwartz Center for Performing Arts at Emory University
Atlanta
09.2025 - 05.2026
- Greeted patrons warmly upon arrival at the Schwartz Center for Performing Arts.
- Guided audience members to their seats efficiently during performances
- Provided information on upcoming shows and ticketing procedures to guests.
- Monitored audience behavior to ensure a respectful and enjoyable environment.
- Collaborated with staff to set up event spaces before performances began.
- Assisted with seating patrons in a courteous and efficient manner.
- Provided assistance to people with disabilities who require special accommodation.
Camp Counselor
Rugged Adventures Summer Camp
Stowe
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Hiked, biked, played games, talked to and spent time with children, ages 6-13
- Created positive relationships with coworkers and camp directors
- Fostered a sense of community, mutual respect and comradery
- Motivated the group to believe in themselves and finish long hikes and bike rides
- Created a safe environment for the kids to share their thoughts and feelings
- Nature-focused adventure camp promoting a respectful and appreciative relationship with the Earth
General Intern
Emory University Office of Sustainability Initiatives
Atlanta
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Attended meetings with coworkers and communicated with team
- Updated STARS memos for 2024, a metric system for measuring sustainable practices at institutions
- Researched sustainability practices at Emory
Farmers Market Intern
Emory University Office of Sustainability Initiatives
Atlanta
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Attended weekly farmers markets
- Communicated with vendors and patrons of market
- Advertised Sustainability events on campus at market
- Took notes at Sustainability Vision Public Input Sessions
- Tabled for the Office of Sustainability Initiatives at Wonderful Wednesday (weekly campus event for promotions, fundraisers, etc.)
- Updated STARS memos for 2024
- Posted social media content on Facebook and Instagram for farmers market and vendors
- Closed captioning and design for YouTube videos spotlighting market vendors
Events Coordinator
Emory Buddhist Club
Atlanta
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Attended weekly executive board meetings
- Brought snacks, beverages and utensils for weekly meditations
- In charge of buying gifts for guest meditation teachers
- Helped plan events
Caregiver
Inna Soyelbaum
West Caldwell
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Helped family with childcare in mornings before school and afternoons during the summer
- Interacted with and entertained two small children
- Walked with a kindergartner to school every day
- Made breakfasts and school lunches
Caregiver
Brooke Horowitz
Maplewood
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Spent time with Joel, an 8-year-old boy on the Autism spectrum who is nonverbal
- Drove him to speech therapy and other after school activities
- Communicated with him and got to know him
- Brought him to the park and to get pizza
- Learned more about neurodiversity and new forms of communication and listening
- Communicated with his family on his wellbeing and progress in speech therapy
Special Events Coordinator
Emory Climate Analysis and Solutions Team
Atlanta
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Attended weekly executive board meetings
- Worked on several projects focused on climate anxiety and eco-grief
- Coordinated and managed all logistics for special events, including venue selection, catering, decorations and entertainment
- Organized general body meetings centered around furthering sustainable solutions on Emory's campus
Event Volunteer
Kessler Foundation
Verona
09.2018 - 09.2022
- Raised funds for Kessler Foundation which drives positive change for people with disabilities through groundbreaking rehabilitation and disability employment research and innovative initiatives to provide job opportunities for people with disabilities
- Helped at the Stroll 'N Roll event as a volunteer, which I had been attending since 2014
- Assisted in setting up chairs, tables, and other decorations prior to the start of the event
- Provided information about the event and answered questions from attendees
- Greeted and welcomed guests to the event venue
- Managed registration desk for incoming guests and distributed materials
- Lead teams in event activities
- Set up and took down chairs and tables
Leadership in School Clubs
James Caldwell High School
West Caldwell
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Environmental Protection Club President
- Gender and Sexuality Alliance Vice President
- Led club members
- Organized events and meetings
- Communicated with advisors
- Advocated for student issues with school administrators
Smoothie Barista
Zest Health
Fairfield
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Made smoothies, juices and coffee beverages for a small, woman-owned business
- Communicated with the kitchen about orders and packed orders for customers
- Greeted customers, took phone and in person orders and prepared catering orders
- Operated a cash register to process customer orders accurately
- Stocked shelves with fresh ingredients for daily use
- Checked quality of ingredients used in each order to ensure customer satisfaction
- Adhered to health safety guidelines when preparing food
- Collaborated and shared duties with other employees and business owner
- Small, woman-owned business
Homework Helper
Sutherland Family
Montclair
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Helped a sixth grader with homework, studying and organization of schoolwork
- Tutored him in various concepts, leading him to improve his grades and understand the material with which he was previously struggling
- Formed a positive relationship with the family and had my first experience being employed
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Emory University
Atlanta05.2026
High School Diploma -
James Caldwell High School
West Caldwell, NJ06.2022
Skills
- Childcare
- Event Planning
- Adaptability and dependability
- Food distribution
- Community Service
- Community engagement
- Social media promotion
- Graphic design
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Guest engagement
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Event setup
- Conflict resolution
- Empathy and patience
Hobbies and Interests
- Gardening and plants
- Farmers' markets
- Yoga and meditation
- Abstract artmaking
- Working with children
- Environmental and social activism
- Nature preserves and parks
References
References available upon request.
Beliefs
I am deeply connected to the Earth and passionately believe in fostering relationality, reciprocity, and kinship between all beings and elements.
Timeline
Usher
Schwartz Center for Performing Arts at Emory University
09.2025 - 05.2026
Camp Counselor
Rugged Adventures Summer Camp
06.2024 - 08.2024
General Intern
Emory University Office of Sustainability Initiatives
05.2024 - 08.2024
Farmers Market Intern
Emory University Office of Sustainability Initiatives
01.2024 - 05.2024
Caregiver
Inna Soyelbaum
05.2023 - 08.2023
Events Coordinator
Emory Buddhist Club
01.2023 - 10.2023
Special Events Coordinator
Emory Climate Analysis and Solutions Team
09.2022 - 03.2023
Caregiver
Brooke Horowitz
05.2022 - 07.2023
Smoothie Barista
Zest Health
10.2021 - 04.2022
Volunteer
Toni's Kitchen Food Pantry
12.2020 - Current
Leadership in School Clubs
James Caldwell High School
09.2020 - 06.2022
Homework Helper
Sutherland Family
10.2019 - 03.2020
Event Volunteer
Kessler Foundation
09.2018 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Emory University
High School Diploma -
James Caldwell High School