TV-OnAir Experience
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Intern at KPRC Channel 2 Houston, Aug-Dec 2016
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Anchor and Reporter for Energy Flow Network, Feb- Nov 2016
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Host for #ValentiVoices, a live streaming newscast during the GOP Debate, Feb 2016
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Anchor and Reporter for University of Houston’s Video Workshop, Fall 2015
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Spring Branch ISD College Spotlight Series, 2014-2015
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Reporter- Anchor- Journalist
Education
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University of Houston, Post-Baccalaureate Studies in Broadcast Journalism
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University of St. Thomas, Masters of Arts in Educational Counseling
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Valparaiso University, Bachelor of Arts in English, Minor in Communications
Work Experience
KPRC Channel 2 Houston, Intern Sept. - Dec. 2016
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Researched, wrote, and edited news packages including stand-ups and voice-overs
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Researched and composed articles for Click2Houston.com and social media platforms
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Assisted Investigative reporters with research and writing scripts for news slots and stories for website
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Supported Assignment Desk manager
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Worked with intern team to produce mock newscast
Spring Branch ISD
Counselor, Stratford High School and Spring Forest Middle School 2011-August 2016
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Provided educational and crisis counseling
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Advised students on college and career counseling, graduation requirements, and other issues
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Presented information to large groups of parents, community members, and students
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Monitored individual graduation plans for over 530 students in the class of 2016
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Organized and facilitated campus, community, and district-wide events
English Teacher, Northbrook High School,
2009- 2011, 2004-2006
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Researched, created, and presented lessons and activities for high school students
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Served as the Junior Team Leader selected by principal; led team meetings, designed curriculum, and analyzed student performance data
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Supervised new hires and mentors as Lead Teacher Mentor
Teacher Recruiter, Human Resources, 2008- 2009
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Led teacher recruiting and marketing efforts
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Provided hiring protocols and guidance to District Administrators and Principals
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Organized and facilitated job fairs
GEAR UP Site Coordinator, Northbrook High School, 2006-2008
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Created and managed services to promote post-secondary opportunities for high school students
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Recruited and maintained mentor program
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Prepared and delivered seminars to community members, parents, and students
Community Involvement
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Collegiate Challenge Mentoring Program, Stratford High School Campus Facilitator, 2013-2016
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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Special Children’s Committee Volunteer, 2010-present
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Spring Branch ISD Parent U Presenter, 2014 and 2015
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Collegiate Challenge Mentoring Program Director, Northbrook High School, 2006-2008; 2010-2011
Awards & Honors
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Outstanding Educator Award, University of Chicago 2016
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Spring Branch ISD #IAMSBISD recognition 2016
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VIP Counselor Award, Texas A&M University 2010