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Leila Elizalde

Merced,CA

Summary

Seasoned Youth Development Professional well-versed in modeling values like respect and responsibility with a hands-on approach. Analytical problem-solver with a forward-thinking mentality. Offering 3 years of related experience. Canvasser effective at signing up voters, obtaining signatures and discussing political campaigns and positions. Hardworking, reliable and dedicated to distinct party policies and candidates. Exceptionally knowledgeable of current issues and trends in varying political spectrums.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Development Professional

Boys and Girls Club
02.2023 - 11.2023
  • Provided support and guidance to youth, helping them overcome personal challenges and achieve their goals.
  • Promoted positive behavior among youth by modeling healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.

Canvasser

Power California Action
09.2022 - 11.2022
  • Raised awareness for key political campaigns by distributing informative materials and engaging in persuasive conversations with residents.
  • Maintained a positive attitude and high energy levels throughout long hours of door-to-door outreach, contributing to team morale.
  • Utilized data-driven strategies to target specific demographics for increased voter outreach effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with fellow team members to ensure consistent messaging and seamless coordination of canvassing activities across neighborhoods.

Volunteer Training Leader

TJ Cox For Congress
08.2020 - 11.2020
  • Trained employees on phone banking and assigned duties.
  • Overcame challenging deadlines and resource limitations by reallocating personnel and focusing on priority tasks.
  • Championed change initiatives, successfully navigating teams through periods of transition while maintaining morale and engagement levels.
  • Oversaw day-to-day activities of ten volunteers in remote setting, fostering inspiring atmosphere to optimize employee experiences.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of California - Merced
Merced, CA
05.2025

Mt. Eden High School
06.2019

Skills

  • Documentation skills
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Goal Setting
  • Safety understanding
  • Customer Service
  • Active Listening
  • Data Entry
  • Quick-learning
  • Customer Engagement

Timeline

Youth Development Professional

Boys and Girls Club
02.2023 - 11.2023

Canvasser

Power California Action
09.2022 - 11.2022

Volunteer Training Leader

TJ Cox For Congress
08.2020 - 11.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of California - Merced

Mt. Eden High School
Leila Elizalde