Nicole Golesh
Sammamish,WA
Summary
Dynamic and collaborative professional with a proven track record at Rochester Institute of Technology, enhancing student wellbeing and academic success. Leveraged active learning and teaching strategies to foster a supportive environment, significantly improving campus health awareness. Demonstrates exceptional rapport building and peer support skills, ensuring impactful educational experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wellness Peer Educator
Rochester Institute of Technology, RIT
08.2024 - Current
- Identified gaps in existing resources available to students; collaborated with relevant departments on campus to address these needs proactively.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the Peer Education program by regularly sharing best practices with colleagues.
- Developed strong relationships with faculty members to effectively address student concerns related to academics or personal wellbeing.
- Served as a positive role model for students by maintaining high standards of professionalism, ethics, and personal conduct at all times.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development training to enhance my teaching skills as a Peer Educator.
- Improved overall campus wellbeing by coordinating events that promoted health awareness and self-care strategies.
Crew Member
Just Poke
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked front counter and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
Cashier and Stocker
Rochester Institute of Technology, RIT
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
Before and Afterschool Counselor
Sammamish YMCA
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to develop innovative programming that catered to diverse interests and needs of students.
- Promoted healthy habits among students by incorporating physical activity into daily routines and offering nutritious snacks choices.
- Led group discussions on various topics, fostering critical thinking skills and respectful dialogue among students.
- Enhanced student participation by incorporating engaging games and activities during after-school programs.
- Coordinated extracurricular clubs based on student interest, encouraging active involvement in their passions beyond academics.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
Youth Tennis Coach
Gorin Tennis Academy
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Established positive relationships with parents, addressing concerns and providing updates on progress.
- Increased student participation in class by implementing engaging drills and exercises.
- Expanded students' understanding of game strategy through detailed discussions of match tactics and positioning concepts.
- Built strong rapport with students, instilling self-confidence that translated into increased motivation during practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY05-2027
High School Diploma -
Skyline High School
Sammamish, WA06-2023
Skills
- Active learning
- Self-awareness
- Role modeling
- Collaborative approach
- Peer support
- Rapport building
- Teaching strategies
Accomplishments
- Spread awareness about student mental and physical wellness strategies through effectively tabling and running events which coincided with topics of sleep and stress management, as well as safety in alcohol and substance use, among other topics.
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
- Certified Peer Educator Certification
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Drawing and Painting
- Graphic Design
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Volunteer Work
- Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
InternshipPart TimeWork Location
On-SiteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementCompany CultureWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursSoftware
Microsoft Excel
Adobe Illustrator
Microsoft Word
Adobe Photoshop
Quote
How many ideas have there been in the history of the human race that were unthinkable ten years before they appeared?
Fyodor Dostoevsky
Timeline
Wellness Peer Educator
Rochester Institute of Technology, RIT
08.2024 - Current
Crew Member
Just Poke
06.2024 - 08.2024
Cashier and Stocker
Rochester Institute of Technology, RIT
01.2024 - 05.2024
Before and Afterschool Counselor
Sammamish YMCA
09.2022 - 06.2023
Youth Tennis Coach
Gorin Tennis Academy
06.2021 - 08.2021
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
- Certified Peer Educator Certification
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Rochester Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
Skyline High School
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