Valentina Lellis
Buffalo
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in community outreach and fundraising. Skilled in public speaking and social media management, I excel in fostering collaboration and engagement, driving impactful initiatives that enhance community support and participation. Fluent in Portuguese, I bring diverse communication skills to every project. Political Science major at University at Buffalo.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Camp Good Days & Special Times
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
- Collaborated with other nonprofit organizations to develop joint initiatives that benefited the broader community at large.
- Amplified non-profit reach by managing social media campaigns.
- Boosted donations to organization by strategizing and executing fundraising events.
- Led group discussions and activities to meet different community needs.
Babysitter
Ariel Judd
01.2024 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
- Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
- Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
- Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
- Tailored educational games and activities to individual learning styles, enhancing cognitive development.
Teacher's Assistant
Benjamin Gnacick
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided timely feedback to students on their performance, allowing them to make adjustments as needed for continued improvement.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student progress and areas for growth, ultimately contributing to improved home-school partnerships.
- Facilitated effective learning experiences for students by utilizing a variety of instructional techniques to meet their unique needs.
- Increased student engagement with dynamic lesson plans designed to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
Volunteer
Red Cross
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Organized Blood Drives
- Recruited Volunteers to assist me
- Recruited 147 Donors
- Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
- Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support.
Master of Ceremonies
Fayetteville Manlius School District
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Raised $145,000 for Camp Good Days (camp for children diagnosed with or impacted by cancer, free of charge)
- Managed unforeseen challenges with poise and adaptability, ensuring minimal disruption to event proceedings.
- Promoted an inclusive environment by acknowledging diverse perspectives during interactive portions of events.
- Elevated audience engagement by incorporating humor and relevant anecdotes into event proceedings.
- Collaborated closely with event organizers to align content delivery with overarching themes and objectives.
- Reached wide-ranging audiences by employing versatile public speaking styles suited for various industries or types of gatherings.
- Increased sponsor visibility at fundraisers through adept promotion during speeches and acknowledgements.
- Enhanced audience experience by adapting presentation style according to the nature of each event segment.
- Contributed to the success of numerous events across diverse industries, ranging from corporate conferences to community gatherings and charity fundraisers.
- Assisted with special events by working premieres, private screenings and charity events.
- Handled ticket sales by answering phone calls and responding to emails.
Tutor
Fayetteville Manlius School District
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their writing and problem-solving skills.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fayetteville Manlius High School
ManliusSkills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Community outreach
- Team collaboration
- Fundraising
- Foreign language proficiency ( Fluency Portuguese and some Spanish)
- Leadership qualities
- Community service
- Social media management
- Customer service
- Public speaking
- Community engagement
- Event planning
Accomplishments
Through my volunteer work, I gained valuable experience in community outreach and fundraising, learning how to connect with people, present goals, and inspire support. I also managed social media accounts, creating posts and tracking engagement to strengthen outreach. These experiences taught me leadership, organization, and communication skills that I now carry into new opportunities.
Certification
- Camp Councelor Training
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Community Cleanup
- Politics and Government
- Law
- Volunteering
- Outdoor Recreation
- Avid Reader
- Historical Exploration
Timeline
Master of Ceremonies
Fayetteville Manlius School District
10.2024 - 03.2025
Teacher's Assistant
Benjamin Gnacick
09.2024 - 06.2025
Volunteer
Camp Good Days & Special Times
06.2024 - Current
Babysitter
Ariel Judd
01.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Red Cross
06.2023 - 06.2025
Tutor
Fayetteville Manlius School District
01.2022 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Fayetteville Manlius High School
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