Student Ambassador Teacher

Kailyn Ortiz

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EDUCATION

Horace Mann School Bronx, New York

Anticipated Graduation: May 2023

JOB EXPERIENCE

Teacher’s Assistant Manhattan, New York

Assistant June 2021- July 2021

Ran 2 classes alongside lead teacher, with children aged 9-13

Created lesson plans alongside teacher in discussion of race and racial inequality and how to have those conversations with the students

Created lesson plans alongside lead teacher about music and how its history connect to social justice movements

Decorated and set up classroom setting

Ordered needed office and classroom supplies

Prepared for field trips with groups of students

Assisted teachers in controlling classroom environment

Taught students how to point out social issues that may affect them and create poetry and music using those ideas

Cleaned classroom before, after and during the school day, as directed by Covid protocols

Led impromptu activities with students during sports/activities time to keep them entertained

Took on teacher responsibilities following the resignation of co-workers

Assisted students who needed accommodations in getting those needs met

EXTRACURRICULARS

Teacher Assistant Bronx, New York

Assistant September 2017 - June 2019

Worked with a 6th grade teacher to assist with classroom duties including filing papers, copying documents, organization and running errands

Tutored 6th grade students for math problems, resulting in higher class averages

Entrusted to bring classroom documents to school office, increasing teacher’s efficiency

Provided input on lesson planning to ensure better student understanding

Translated instructions to Spanish speaking students, allowing them to complete their tasks

Student Council Bronx, New York

Member November 2017 - June 2019

Collaborated with the student body to collect food and clothing to donate to shelters

Assisted in collecting toiletries, food and water to create care packages for the homeless

Met with peers weekly to discuss possible improvements for student body

Planned bake sales to raise money for school operations resulting in over $1000 in revenue generated

Mock Trial Bronx, New York

Member September 2020- current

Participated in a multi-weekend event with Harvard Mock Trial working to learn ways to analyze and cases, persuade judges and argue the case

Competed in NYSBA state competition along with team members after months collaborating and refining case

Student Ambassador Bronx, New York

Member September 2020- current

Introduce new students to Horace Mann and inform them of the programs and opportunities available

Speaking over zoom calls, communicating with parents and answering questions regarding the school

Participate in panels speaking on the experience of being at the school as a minority and personal experiences/advice to new students

Middle Division Mentor Bronx, New York

Member September 2020- current

Once a week check in with Middle school students in regards to personal, school, and social life

Provide advice, and a place to resort to when adults seem inaccessible

Maintain and educate conversation regarding issues prominent in the news

Plan activities for students as a stress relief

Working with others to develop skills useful in approaching young students

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Service Learning Team Bronx, New York

Volunteer March 2013 - May 2016

Assisted 20 kindergarteners in math and reading assignments each school day

Assisted 5 year old Spanish speaking students in learning the English language

Assisted teacher in controlling the classroom and assisting where help was needed

Horace Mann Service Learning Bronx, New York

Volunteer

Learned about native plant life in local area and about the effects of invasive species on wildlife

Removed invasive plant species and weeds from Van Cortlandt Park to help native life thrive

Service Learning Team Bronx, New York

Volunteer September 2020- current

Planned ways in which to promote Van Cortlandt Park and education surrounding the environment and wildlife in a safe way, due to Covid-19

Providing Yoga lessons and afterschool activities to students of public schools, via an online setup

SKILLS & INTERESTS

Skills: Communication, Collaboration, Organization, Quick thinking, Filing,

Languages: English, Spanish (proficient in both), French

Interests: Civil Law, Criminal Law, Social Justice, Analytical Chemistry, Phycology, Runway/Street Fashion, Photography

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