Shirley Yunda
New York
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience at the Public Engagement Unit, Major’s Office, NYC. Bilingual in Spanish and English, I excel in community outreach and collaboration. Proven ability to enhance engagement through effective communication and event coordination, fostering positive relationships and delivering impactful presentations. Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and critical thinking.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Public Engagement Unit, Major’s Office NYC
New York
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted with event planning, support and execution of virtual and in-person engagements.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
NYCDOE/CUNY Immigrant Ambassador Program
Cuny The City University Of New York
New York
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Coordinated events and activities to enhance community relations and outreach efforts.
- Delivered presentations regarding services at community gatherings, especially for immigrant students.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for bilingual students in diverse classroom settings.
- Facilitated communication between English and Spanish-speaking students and families.
Beam Center Summer Apprenticeship
Beam Center
New York
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported team in developing engaging public communication materials.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching techniques and skills.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Translated documents between Spanish and English for various students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Manhattan, NY12.2027
High School - Academy of Engineering
Manhattan Bridges High School
Manhattan, NY06.2024
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Everfi
- Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Bilingual communication
- Community outreach
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
Extracurricular Activities
Leaders in Training with International Rescue Committee, 2023, Participated in life skills courses and college/career readiness activities. Apollo Theatre, 2023, Performed with MBHS Sabor Latino. Learning for Life (NYPD Youth Program), 2023, Took part in an NYPD-led program wherein participants are challenged physically and intellectually through various activities. Dance Team, 2022-2023, Performed with a dance group of young people characterized by Latin rhythm, specifically Salsa. Newcomer Youth Summer Academy at International Rescue Committee, 2022-2023, Academy for immigrants/newcomers consisting of academic and school readiness courses as well as social-emotional activities.
Timeline
Intern
Public Engagement Unit, Major’s Office NYC
07.2025 - 08.2025
NYCDOE/CUNY Immigrant Ambassador Program
Cuny The City University Of New York
02.2025 - 06.2025
Beam Center Summer Apprenticeship
Beam Center
07.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
High School - Academy of Engineering
Manhattan Bridges High School
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