Volunteer Service
Leadership, teaching, and community service experience in an international setting.
Volunteer Representative — Philippines
Served as a full-time volunteer representative in the Philippines, focusing on teaching, mentoring, and community service. The role required strong leadership, cross-cultural communication, and adaptability while working closely with local communities.
- Taught and mentored 10+ individuals daily in both Tagalog and English, adapting instruction to diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.
- Directed and supported a team of 12 volunteer representatives, providing leadership, training, and performance feedback.
- Led and participated in landscaping and cleanup service projects benefiting over 500 students and community members.
- Lived with and trained groups of up to 8 volunteers at a time, providing ongoing instruction, coordination, and support.
Skills & Competencies Developed
- Leadership and team management
- Cross-cultural communication
- Public speaking and instruction
- Language fluency (Tagalog)
- Problem-solving in unfamiliar environments