Yohana Jirata

Student Volunteer

September 2015 - March 2020, Montgomery County, MD

Engaged in diverse volunteer opportunities coordinated by the Montgomery County Public School system to enhance community engagement. Responsibilities primarily involved collaborating with volunteer teams to facilitate seamless event logistics, encompassing event setup, cleanup, and various tasks aimed at ensuring the smooth execution of each function.

Drive for Supplies (Montgomery Village Middle School, 2018)

• Collaborated with individuals to collect and organize donated school supplies for the 2018-2019 school year.

Spring Egg Hunt (Asbury Methodist Village, 2019)

• Observed and directed children aged 2 - 12 years old to designated play areas and aided in helping count their collected colored eggs in exchange for prizes.

Glow Run (Montgomery Parks, 2019)

• Set up obstacle courses and a race pathed with glow sticks; Patrolled safety in the areas built for children ranging 4-10 years old.

Soccer Practice Coach

September 2021 - December 2021, Top Level Futbol, Washington, D.C.

• Collaborated as a co-coach in soccer practices, actively contributing to the team's preparation for tournaments; Team consisted of children ages 8-10 years old.
• Took a proactive role in planning and organizing scrimmages, as well as setting up training courses to enhance players' skills and overall performance.
• Emphasized and enforced a culture of collaborative teamwork, fostering an environment where all team members actively supported one another.
• Promoted and instilled a positive atmosphere through consistent encouragement, ensuring a cohesive and motivated team ready for successful participation in tournaments.