Zahra Husainy
Summary
Student leader and Project Assistant with experience supporting immigrant and first-generation students through outreach, onboarding, and community-centered programs. Worked as a first point of contact in an ESL office and supported classrooms across in-person, online, and hybrid settings. Experienced in event coordination, cross-cultural communication, and building inclusive spaces that support access and engagement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Assistant
San Diego Community College District
12.2023 - 05.2025
- Served as first point of contact for newly arrived, first-generation, and ESL students
- Supported student onboarding, including applications, enrollment, portals, and placement
- Guided students to counselors and campus resources for academic planning and transitions
- Assisted ESL instructors and students with classroom and technology support across in-person, online, hybrid, and HyFlex formats
- Conducted outreach and registration support across multiple campuses during peak periods
- Bridged communication across language and cultural barriers using translation tools and accessible communication
Student Leader & Education Advocate
Nasl-e-Now High School/ San Diego Continuing Education
03.2019 - 05.2025
- Held student leadership roles supporting engagement, communication, and campus initiatives
- Helped plan student-led events and activities that fostered community participation
- Contributed to student publications and magazines to amplify student voices
- Supported peer coordination and accountability through discipline and leadership groups
- Represented student interests in local and statewide advocacy efforts for education access
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA12-2027
Skills
- Community outreach and engagement
- Cross-cultural communication
- Student advocacy and representation
- Collaborative leadership
- Event planning and logistics support
Leadership & Community Engagement
Event & Project Coordination
- Coordinating across teams and departments
- Managing timelines and priorities
- Communicating across language barriers
- Social media content support (Instagram)
- Canva (basic design)
- Online, hybrid, and HyFlex environments
Communication & Digital Support
Languages
English
Professional Working
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Assistant
San Diego Community College District
12.2023 - 05.2025
Student Leader & Education Advocate
Nasl-e-Now High School/ San Diego Continuing Education
03.2019 - 05.2025
Associate of Science - Business Administration
San Diego Mesa College