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Program Instructor
Catalyst MiamiProgram Instructor
Feb. 2021 - Apr. 2021Miami, Florida, United StatesAs a CLEAR Youth Program Facilitator, I was responsible for implementing a hands-on youth program on climate change open to children between the ages of 6 and 13. The curriculum is full of fun and interactive learning opportunities geared to youth participants to learn about climate change science, natural disasters and emergency preparedness, rising seas, sustainability, environmental and climate justice, and advocacy.
Teaching Assistant
Ladies Empowerment and Action Program (LEAP)Teaching Assistant
Jan. 2020 - Mar. 2020Miami, Florida, United StatesLEAP runs a one-of-a-kind prison re-entry program for women combining essential employability and life skills, entrepreneurship, self-love, and mentorship. As the Teaching Assistant, I attended all sessions at the Homestead Correctional Institution for women to provide assistance to rotating teachers. I was responsible for monitoring the participants, recording paperwork, and maintaining program organization.
Yoga Teacher
Casa Vinyasa MiamiYoga Teacher
Sep. 2018Miami, Florida, United States
Co-Creator
Aim MiamiCo-Creator
Aug. 2018MiamiAim is a nonprofit after school program for high school students in the Miami-Dade County Public Schools System. With regular exercise, social emotional learning and guest speakers, we aspire to engage youth in their own development.
Ocean Advisory Council
Hispanic Access FoundationOcean Advisory Council
May. 2018Miami, Florida, United StatesEvery year since 2018, The Hispanic Access Foundation has hired me and my fellow councilmembers to provide ongoing insight on land and water conservation issues across the United States. We organize yearly events for Latino Conservation Week, International Oceans Week, and lobby for Hispanic interests in said land and water conservation issues.
High School Science Teacher
Coral Gables Senior High SchoolHigh School Science Teacher
Aug. 2015 - Jun. 2018Miami
Latino Heritage Intern
Hispanic Access FoundationLatino Heritage Intern
May. 2015 - Jul. 2015Miami, Florida, United StatesThrough the Hispanic Access Foundation’s prestigious MANO Project (formerly the Latino Heritage Internship Program), I worked as an Interpretation Ranger at Biscayne National Park. I created bilingual programming, including for Latino Conservation Week, which took over 100 Latinxs participants canoeing on Biscayne Bay and shared local Latino families’ stories through a social media campaign.
Lab Manager
University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric ScienceLab Manager
Aug. 2011 - Dec. 2012Miami, Florida, United StatesThe Shark Research & Conservation Program, Formerly RJ Dunlap Marine Conservation Program, (sharktagging.com) at the University of Miami's Rosenestiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, is an educational outreach program bringing high school students and members of the general community to engage in real, ongoing scientific research for the understanding and protection of the marine environment. As Lab Manager, I was responsible for organizing all aspects of the research trips, including participant groups, boat logistics, and training trip leaders, undergraduate and graduate interns.
Program Instructor
Guided DiscoveriesProgram Instructor
Feb. 2011 - Jul. 2011Avalon, California, United StatesGuided Discoveries runs the Catalina Island Marine Institute (CIMI), a highly regarded educational program providing enriching experiences for youth through hands-on labs and field activities on Catalina Island. Program instructors deliver STEAM topics (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) through guided snorkeling, kayaking and hiking excursions, and classroom activities.
Trip Leader
University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric ScienceTrip Leader
Mar. 2009 - Aug. 2011Miami, Florida, United StatesAs an undergraduate intern I quickly excelled into the position of TripLeader and was responsible for ensuring the safety of all participants and the organized management of all tasks to be performed on the research trips. I also maintained the program’s blog while working on Catalina Island in 2011.
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