Mariann Alejandra Zaruma Ortega
Toronto,ON
Summary
Ambitious, recently graduated self-directed student pursuing a career in Global Health and Cells and Molecular Biology eager to apply developed knowledge and experience in a professional setting. Adaptable, driven, and skilled in communicating ideas appropriately, creating an organized and open environment whether team or individually in all types of work settings. Organized, and enthusiastic professional with skills in data collection, analysis, and presentation as well as project management and leadership. Determined to maintain productivity through all types of work settings and difficulties due to my team-oriented mindset and my willingness to work hard, keep learning, and creating positive and collaborative work environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Afterschool Program Children's Leader
BGC St.Alban's Club
Toronto, ON
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Completed appropriate administrative tasks in a timely manner (ie staff trainings, orientations, attendances, timetables and head counts)
- Developed and planned programs for children between the ages of 4 and 12 years
- Ensured programs were safe, age-appropriate, non-competitive, inclusive, innovative and skilled-based in nature
- Helped to ensure the safety and security of the members and assisted in responding to critical incidents as outlined in the Club’s policies and procedures.
- Maintain Health & Safety standards in accordance to the Club’s Covid-19 Safety Protocols.
- Dealing with conflicts and behavior management immediately using corrective techniques as discussed in training.
Internship Student
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
Quito, Ecuador
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Worked with teams to support goals and build experience.
- Shadowed staff and learned advanced work.
- Attended and participated in meetings and brainstorming sessions with team members.
- Supported various program activities, assisting with administrative tasks.
- Worked well in team environment as well as independently.
- Learned tenets of professional office behavior and thoughtful collaboration.
President of Public Health Chapter
University of Toronto - Global Brigades
Toronto, Ontario
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Work closely with the Campus Chairperson(s) and other Executive Members to set goals for the chapter, make important decisions, and organize chapter-wide activities.
- Identify successor(s) and ensure sustainable transition of roles at the end of their Term of Office
- Be the main point of contact for all questions and inquiries made about the Brigade Program.
- Oversee the operations, management, and success of their Brigade Program
- Recruit volunteers for their in-person Brigade or TeleBrigade
- Conduct campus outreach and raise awareness through information sessions, club fairs, social media, and other methods.
- Review volunteer applications in a non-discriminatory manner
- Plan Brigade and travel logistics (if necessary) in collaboration with their Program Associate (PA)
- Relay information between GB staff and brigaders, organize tasks among volunteers, and facilitate reflections.
- Foster an atmosphere of psychological safety and community among the Brigade team, ensuring that all activities are as inclusive as possible.
- Demonstrate ethical conduct when working with communities and ensure the same among volunteers, acknowledging that each person is individually responsible for their actions.
Chipotle Crew Member
Chipotle
Toronto , Ontario
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Prepared quality products while maintaining portion control and presentation within service goal times.
- Drove team success by quickly completing assigned tasks.
- Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in operations.
- Organized and restocked supplies to support operations and team productivity.
- Demonstrated proper food safety practices by accurately completing quality control checklist.
Research Volunteer
Mood Disorders Psychopharmacology, Unit, Toronto Western Hospital
Toronto, ON, Canada
12.2020 - 11.2021
- Working with my research team in order to write a systematic review on the sexual side effects of psychiatric medications including mechanisms, prevalence and management options
- Identified relevant questions and determined best method for organization and writing
- Developed a detailed protocol in order to form a comprehensive plan for writing the systematic review.
- Liaising with the research coordinator in order to ensure the research paper is on track and meeting requirements.
- Participated in meetings, presentations and other events.
Tutor Volunteer
Working Women Community Centre On Your Mark Program
Toronto, ON, Canada
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Engaged student (Grade 6) and made lessons entertaining to hold interest and encourage learning.
- Obtained feedback from parents to develop tutoring sessions focused on enhancing student learning.
- Identified and removed obstacles keeping students from learning, helping to effectively complete homework tasks on time.
- Supported students by identifying and addressing specific concerns.
- Stayed informed about new resources and learning strategies as well as detailed information about tutoring subjects.
- Attended all scheduled sessions and maintained open hours for general availability.
Fitness Center Supervisor
Anglo-American School of Moscow
Moscow , Russia
02.2017 - 03.2018
- Distributed towels to every customer that entered the fitness centre
- Cleaned and washed already used towels, folded and organized already washed towels left by the last shift
- Guaranteed safety standards were upheld through making sure that children under 15 years of age were not using any machines as well as making sure that those who did use the machines were using them safely and responsibly
- Made sure I informed any customer that I was at their service for any fitness advice they needed ranging from what type of exercises to do to target a certain body part as well as advising them on the correct technique to use on certain machines
- Logged every shift I did with any additional comments or concerns I had on my shift
- If I was at a closing shift, then I would be responsible for; cleaning all exercise equipment thoroughly, putting any misplaced equipment back to where it needs to be, washing, drying and folding all towels, closing up the fitness centre and logging in the time I came in and left.
- Emphasized customer service excellence through ongoing training of front-line team members to improve customer service ratings.
Basketball Scorekeeper
Anglo-American School of Moscow
Moscow, Russia
02.2017 - 03.2018
- Executed high-pressure decisions, including awarding of points and imposition of penalties under time constraints.
- Adhered to and enforced game rules and regulations.
- Conferred with coaches, players and umpires to discuss calls and disputes.
- Tracked game scores, added or subtracted points and imposed penalty points.
- Tracked times of events and elapsed time during individual game segments.
- Alerted players, coaches and fellow officials to rule infractions and issued penalties.
- Fostered sportsmanship among players and coaches to minimize in-game conflict.
- Made sure after every game that all game statistics have been accurately logged into official game sheets so that any confusion that may occur post-game can be resolved through checking them
- Managed behavior of players, coaches and crowd to facilitate gameplay.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Anglo-American School of Moscow
Moscow , Russia
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Assisted the occupational therapist in the evaluation of patients.
- Instructed patients and families on skills, techniques and exercises for at-home rehabilitation.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living by suggesting adaptions to activities.
- Assisted my mentor in evaluating program effectiveness and assessing patient progress.
- Was assigned two kids to work with, each day that I would work with them, documented assessments, treatment goals and patient's progress using standardized note writing format would be submitted to my mentor.
- Implemented patient treatment plans as established by licensed occupational therapists in support of patient goals, every time I would see the children assigned to me every activity on the checklist would be done before their time was up.
Volleyball Coach
Anglo-American School of Moscow
Moscow , Russia
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Coached individuals between ages of 11 and 14 on volleyball techniques.
- Organized players' nights and other special events to promote sports program, cultivating positive relations with players and families.
- Showed athletes proper methods for spiking and serving ball to avoid injuries.
- Encouraged team members to become stronger, more agile athletes and more successful competitors through focus, effective training and proper nutrition.
- Applied evaluation techniques to assess abilities to assign players to correct positions on team.
- Executed consistent program of stretching and conditioning, which helped to reduce number of injuries for players.
- Developed training and exercise programs to meet individual requirements and team play strategies.
- Consulted with athletic director and coaching staff to assess team structure and devise recruitment strategies.
- Observed culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Life Science
University Of Toronto
Toronto, ON11.2022
High School Diploma -
Anglo-American School Of Moscow
Moscow, Russia 05.2018
Master of Public Health - Global Health
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaSkills
- Collaborative team player
- Data assessment
- Analytical research skills
- Web-based research
- Data gathering and organization
- Research protocol development
- Document preparation
- Proficient in coding language of python and R (ongoing)
- Advanced in Microsoft office and excel
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Proficient in French
- Planning and coordination
- Decision-making skills
- Sharp-eyed
- Cost reductions
- Problem resolution strategist
- Time management
- Goal setting proficiency
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- High-Five Certification
References
- Dra.Marcia Elena Alvarez
Oficial Nacional de Salud Sexual y Reproductiva / NPO of Sexual and Reproductive Health Fondo de Población de las Naciones Unidas / United Nations Population Fund Dirección / Address: Centro Corporativo EKOPARK, Torre 4, Piso 2 - Av. Simón Bolívar y vía a Nayón . Quito - Ecuador Teléfono / Phone: +593 2 3801920 - Dr.Markus Behrend
Ecuador Representative Fondo de Población de las Naciones Unidas / United Nations Population Fund Dirección / Address: Centro Corporativo EKOPARK, Torre 4, Piso 2 - Av. Simón Bolívar y vía a Nayón . Quito - Ecuador Teléfono / Phone: +593 2 3801920
Affiliations
- Gender Equality Club (2017-2018)
- Volleyball player (2016 - present)
- Academic Honor Role (2014 - 2018)
- Award of Academic Excellence in IB HL Psychology and IB HL Biology
Timeline
Afterschool Program Children's Leader
BGC St.Alban's Club
03.2023 - 10.2023
Internship Student
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
09.2022 - 11.2022
President of Public Health Chapter
University of Toronto - Global Brigades
09.2021 - 08.2022
Chipotle Crew Member
Chipotle
09.2021 - 08.2022
Research Volunteer
Mood Disorders Psychopharmacology, Unit, Toronto Western Hospital
12.2020 - 11.2021
Tutor Volunteer
Working Women Community Centre On Your Mark Program
10.2020 - 03.2021
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Anglo-American School of Moscow
11.2017 - 02.2018
Volleyball Coach
Anglo-American School of Moscow
10.2017 - 02.2018
Fitness Center Supervisor
Anglo-American School of Moscow
02.2017 - 03.2018
Basketball Scorekeeper
Anglo-American School of Moscow
02.2017 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Life Science
University Of Toronto
High School Diploma -
Anglo-American School Of Moscow
Master of Public Health - Global Health
Drexel University
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