Sangeeta Poruri
South Elgin,Illinois
Summary
An individual who is passionate about creativity, giving back to the community, mental health and healthcare, and productivity when it comes to task completion. There is interest in serving a diverse population of people and an intention to develop strong relationships with patients, the community and stakeholders to network and advance career goals forward. There is also a desire to improve outcomes with clients, wanting to learn new skills, and providing a positive experience for others.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Marklund Volunteer
Marklund Hyde Center
Geneva, Illinois
06.2026 - Current
- Built meaningful connections with residents through drawing, reading, and playing board games, fostering engagement and joy
- Provided emotional support and companionship to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Collaborated with volunteers on outings to provide residents with enriching experiences in diverse environments
- Supported Marklund patients by sourcing toys and essential items to enhance their daily experiences
- Designed two posters by using calligraphy and colored paper for Marklund classrooms
Intern Abroad HQ
EUROACE
South Elgin, Illinois
06.2026 - 08.2026
- Executed market research to identify trends and provide insights for decision-making.
- Supported project teams by conducting research and data analysis that informed strategic initiatives.
- Investigated stroke, Alzheimer's, and dementia to create a comprehensive summary for review with EUROACE and patients.
- Designed neuropsychology assessments aimed at identifying cognitive impairments associated with strokes and dementia. for patients to test for types of strokes and dementia
Shadowing Student
Saint Charles and Elgin Hospitals
, IL
06.2026 - 08.2026
- Shadowed medical staff to learn effective communication with patients and families.
- Observed patient care practices in diverse hospital departments.
- Participated in team meetings to understand collaborative healthcare strategies.
- Gained insights into hospital operations and patient flow management systems.
- Explored various medical specialties through direct observation of procedures and treatments.
- Gained insights into the daily operations of a hospital or clinic environment.
- Learned how a child psychiatrist effectively used visual aids and daily schedules to enhance patient communication.
- Observed an orthopedic surgeon and their surgical procedure of adjusting the rotator cuff, how an eye doctor numbed and sterilized the eye, how maternal fetal medicine used Ultrasound to check the health and deficits of the baby and mother, and how family practice/primary care doctors cooperate with others to prevent various health issues
Volunteered at Dr. Rao’s office
In Step Behavioral Health
Saint Charles, Illinois
06.2026 - 07.2026
- Analyzed patient behaviors and body language to identify correlations with depression and anxiety.
- Identified how seemingly unrelated issues impact daily mental health conditions.
- Observed how Dr. Rao approached treatment with patients who had a variety of mental disorders and issues
- Inspected TMS equipment for functionality and safety, ensuring readiness for patient use.; a magnetic stimulation treatment for patients to reduce depression
Member
Mi Pueblo
Urbana, Illinois
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Engaged in language activities, fostering enthusiasm for Spanish through games and conversations with members
- Connected with individuals sharing language interests, cultivating friendships and enriching community engagement around the language
- Participated in cultural events to enhance understanding of diverse lifestyles and share insights with others
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Swim Instructor
Saint Charles North Summer Swim Lessons
Saint Charles, Illinois
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Developed unique instructional methods tailored for young kids' learning styles
- Adapted teaching approaches to meet diverse learning abilities of students
- Organized daily lessons focused on addressing specific student needs and enhancing skills.
Spanish Instructor/Tutor
Sangeeta's Spanish Lessons
South Elgin, Illinois
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Assessed diverse learners' language skills and designed targeted strategies for their improvement
- Developed tailored teaching plans that facilitated easier language acquisition for individual students
- Established and led a tutoring organization that enhanced language skills for local students and strengthened my tutoring expertise
Swimmer
Saint Charles North Swim and Dive Team
Saint Charles, Illinois
08.2021 - 10.2024
- Achieved faster personal times by applying strategies from coaches and teammates
- Collaborated with teammates to improve overall team performance during competitions
- Developed a resilient mindset over the course of four years
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Spanish
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Urbana-Champaign, Illinois05-2029
High School -
Saint Charles North High School
Saint Charles, Illinois05-2025
Skills
- Cognitive assessments
- Art therapy techniques
- Curriculum development
- Creative engagement
- Cultural enrichment
- Recreational activities
- Verbal and written communication
- Bilingual Spanish speaker
- Spanish language proficiency
- Bilingual communication
- Compassionate care
- Networking
Accomplishments
Seal of Biliteracy (Spanish), 04/22
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Certification
- All Academic Conference, Saint Charles North Swim Team, 2024
Timeline
Marklund Volunteer
Marklund Hyde Center
06.2026 - Current
Intern Abroad HQ
EUROACE
06.2026 - 08.2026
Shadowing Student
Saint Charles and Elgin Hospitals
06.2026 - 08.2026
Volunteered at Dr. Rao’s office
In Step Behavioral Health
06.2026 - 07.2026
Member
Mi Pueblo
08.2025 - 12.2025
Swim Instructor
Saint Charles North Summer Swim Lessons
06.2025 - 07.2025
Spanish Instructor/Tutor
Sangeeta's Spanish Lessons
07.2024 - 12.2024
Swimmer
Saint Charles North Swim and Dive Team
08.2021 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Spanish
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
High School -
Saint Charles North High School