Sarah Isa
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
I am a senior in college, motivated and dedicated in seeking opportunities to gain hands-on experience in psychology, mental health, or community-focused programs. I bring strong leadership, adaptability, and communication skills, along with experience supporting children, managing events, and fostering positive online communities. I aim to apply my skills while learning more about clinical psychology and developing the foundation to become a mental heath counselor or therapist.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Special Education Intern
Northside Center For Child Development
New York, New York
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted a class of 4- and 5-year-old children with special needs twice weekly, navigating daily classroom routines and engaging in learning activities
- Supported classroom activities by incorporating behavior management strategies to encourage positive student interactions
- Communicated rules and enforced through approved disciplinary methods
- Built relationships with students and staff through active communication and positive feedback
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and reinforcement techniques
Henna Artist
Local Mosque
Brooklyn, New York
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Designed and applied henna for children and teens during a two-day fundraiser, raising funds for a local mosque
- Helped manage the event and interact with customers
- Assisted in preparing materials and organizing the event
Bake Sale Volunteer
Hunter College Muslim Student Association
New York, New York
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Organized and ran a one-day college bake sale, raising funds to support the construction of a local mosque
- Assisted as a cashier, handling sales and interacting with customers in a professional and friendly manner
- Managed event setup, materials, and cleanup
- Collaborated with a team of students to promote the event and maximize participation
Social Media Group Leader
Islam Amino
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Moderated a 2,500-member online Islamic community, ensuring an encouraging and respectful environment for members of all backgrounds
- Created engaging posts and shared religious reminders to encourage positive practices and learning
- Managed member behavior, facilitating content and fostering constructive interactions
- collaborated with other leaders and curators to maintain community standards and support community growth
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Psychology & Sociology
Hunter College
New York (City), NY05-2026
High School Diploma -
High School of Telecommunication Arts And Technolo
Brooklyn, NY06-2022
Skills
- Time Management
- Communication Skills
- Leadership abilities
- Quick Adaptability
- Strong commitment
- Problem Solving
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Accomplishments
Deans list - all semesters
Timeline
Early Childhood Special Education Intern
Northside Center For Child Development
09.2025 - Current
Henna Artist
Local Mosque
03.2024 - 03.2024
Bake Sale Volunteer
Hunter College Muslim Student Association
03.2024 - 03.2024
Social Media Group Leader
Islam Amino
01.2019 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Arts - General Psychology & Sociology
Hunter College
High School Diploma -
High School of Telecommunication Arts And Technolo