Silvana Leguizamo
Chicago,IL
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Intern
Palomares Social Justice Center
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Created 2–3 bilingual (Spanish/English) recipe cards weekly, including nutritional information, to promote healthy eating among underserved families
- Created QR codes to support future digital engagement with local community resources (e.g., food, housing, health services)
- Independently led community meal programs in the absence of supervision, demonstrating leadership, responsibility, and commitment to community service
- Managed inventory of produce and pantry items during peak season, supporting food access efforts
- Incorporated culturally relevant cooking tips and health information to improve usability for diverse families
World Languages Student Office Worker
Augustana College
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Promoted campus engagement by designing and distributing 10-15 flyers for language and cultural events, enhancing visibility of departmental initiatives
- Conducted research on influential historical and cultural figures to support educational bulletin boards and inform the development of a new academic major
- Maintained and created documentation, organized academic materials, and assisted in planning departmental events and initiatives
- Coordinated with professors and administrative staff to support language and cultural programs, demonstrating leadership in a campus office setting
- Ensured timely completion of assigned projects by prioritizing tasks according to deadlines and urgency levels.
Camp Counselor/After-school Mentor
The Neighborhood Boys and Girls Club
04.2021 - 08.2024
- Provided personalized care and emotional support to groups of 20–45 youth, fostering healthy physical, social, and emotional development
- Used active listening to address behavioral needs and maintain open communication with parents and staff
- Created inclusive, structured enrichment programs tailored to youth's needs and interests
- Managed responsibilities autonomously while collaborating with staff to maintain a structured, inclusive environment
English Tutor
SSA Education Abroad
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Taught English to 8- and 12-year-old students using personalized lesson plans
- Developed individualized learning plans that respected students' cultural backgrounds and learning styles
- Built trust with families through culturally competent communication and consistency
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health, Spanish For Professional Use, And Sociology/Anthropology
Augustana College
Rock Island, IL05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health, Spanish For Professional Use, And Sociology/Anthropology
Augustana College
Rock Island, IL05.2025
Skills
- Health Education & Literacy
- Cultural Competency & Community Engagement
- Bilingual Communication (English/Spanish)
- Research & Data Organization
- Initiative & Independent Leadership
- Active listening
Timeline
Student Intern
Palomares Social Justice Center
09.2024 - 05.2025
World Languages Student Office Worker
Augustana College
09.2024 - 05.2025
English Tutor
SSA Education Abroad
02.2024 - 06.2024
Camp Counselor/After-school Mentor
The Neighborhood Boys and Girls Club
04.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health, Spanish For Professional Use, And Sociology/Anthropology
Augustana College
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health, Spanish For Professional Use, And Sociology/Anthropology
Augustana College
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