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Sachi Russell

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Dedicated student mentor with a background record at Spelman College and in diverse volunteer roles, committed to enhancing student success and community well-being. Experience in peer mediation, mentoring, and tutoring has facilitated effective communication strategies that address student concerns while promoting a positive living environment. Seeking to leverage these skills in a mentoring capacity that continues to support educational growth.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Resident Advisor

Spelman College
Atlanta, GA
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with residents, supporting an inclusive living space
  • Facilitated conflict mediation and resolution
  • Educated residents on university policies, promoting responsible behavior within the residence hall community

Teaching Assistant

Spelman College
Atlanta, GA
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning environment for academic success
  • Held office hours to provide students with extra help and provided notes on assisting with learning material
  • Assisted with classroom activities, tutoring, and review of course tasks

Tutor

SpelREADS
Atlanta, GA
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Assisted children within Atlanta public schools with literacy skills
  • Worked to improve students' reading comprehension, word pronunciation, and language comprehension
  • Tutored students in language arts and rudimentary reading skills

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Spelman College
Atlanta, GA
05-2026

High school or equivalent -

Yorktown High School
Yorktown Heights, NY
06-2022

Skills

  • Peer mediation
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Mentoring students
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Residential Life Experience

Extracurricular Activities

  • Health Careers Program
  • Morehouse Marching Band percussionist
  • Ashietu African Dance and Drum Ministry
  • Spelman Pre-Veterinary Association
  • Concert Band percussionist
  • Morehouse Writing Society

Volunteer Experience

  • John H. Harland Boys & Girls Club (present): Interacts with students in games, crafts, sports, dance, and homework. Serves as a mentor and supports staff with daily activities and event planning.
  • Student Success Program (present): Volunteers for study hall sessions and assisted with event check-ins. Coordinated and advised student participants and supervised academic campus events.
  • Raising Expectations (Spring 2024): Aided high school students with their homework and coursework assignments. Held group review sessions to improve their grades and academic portfolios, and discussed college preparation and expectations with students.
  • Books for Africa (Summer 2023): Sorted and organized books to be packaged and boxed for transport for children residing in various African countries.
  • SpelREADS Tutor (Spring 2023): Assisted elementary school children within Atlanta public schools with literacy skills by working to improve students' reading comprehension, word pronunciation, and language comprehension for enhancing rudimentary reading skills.

Affiliations

  • Atlanta United HBCU Night (04/2025)
  • Travis Scott 4x4 Music Video (01/2025)
  • WNBA Atlanta Dream HBCU Night (09/2024)
  • HBCU One Awards Show (01/2024)

Timeline

Resident Advisor

Spelman College
08.2024 - Current

Teaching Assistant

Spelman College
05.2023 - 08.2023

Tutor

SpelREADS
01.2023 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Spelman College

High school or equivalent -

Yorktown High School

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