Audrey Straw

Experience

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  Springfield International Charter School

  Jun 2016 - Aug 2018

  Summer School Office Manager

  Optimized organizational systems for payment collection and record keeping. Coordinated and maintained office organization. Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval. Mediated conflict between students.

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  Six Flags

  Sept 2017 - Nov 2017

  Scare Actor

  Worked in multiple weather conditions and with various special effects including fog, strobes, and loud sounds. Improvised character presentation and conversations with guests to provide an immersive experience.

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  Springfield Water and Sewer Commission

  Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

  Communications Intern

  Proofread and edited materials prepared by all staff to check and correct spelling, grammar, and style. Developed campaigns to increase public awareness of the company and engage customers. Edited interviews to create a video to be presented at a local community college. Wrote articles for the quarterly newsletter to highlight the work being done around the commission.

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  GameChangers 360

  Jul 2019 - Jan 2020

  Outreach Consultant

  Created professional social media messaging through content development that outlined current events. Wrote and designed a quarterly newsletter surrounding a specific research topic. Developed and organized a database of research materials used by the organization. Updated the website to reflect new information and resources developed for the organization.

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  American Repertory Theater

  Dec 2019 - Jun 2023

  Usher

  Directed patrons to their seats and facility to enhance the playgoing experience. Greeted and collected tickets at events. Communicated with patrons by answering questions and scanning tickets. Managed a safe work environment by ensuring the rules of the theatre are adhered to.

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  University of Massachusetts Boston

  Jun 2021 - May 2023

  GROW Peer Facilitators Program Assistant

  Expanded membership numbers through targeted recruitment campaigns via email and posters. Created workshops on leadership and social justice skills to facilitate a space where students can have dynamic and productive conversations. Facilitated workshops at club meetings and first-year seminars with engaging and interactive workshops that encourage student participation. Trained new members on how to be effective and engaging leaders that are knowledgeable on topics being presented.

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  Springfield International Charter School

  Jul 2021 - Jul 2023

  Summer School Teaching Assistant

  Reinforced lessons by reviewing material one-on-one and in small groups with students. Supervised students during lunch or recess, as well as in between classes. Taught students when the teacher was not present using lesson plans she left behind. Encouraged students to practice skills they were struggling with through fun and engaging activities.

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  Women's Fund of Western Massachusetts

  Nov 2021 - Feb 2022

  Advocacy Assistant

  Researched and developed an advocacy roadmap and social media toolkit to help the nonprofit expand the organization’s advocacy work in line with its mission. Developed databases with contact information for local politicians and educational institutions to expand their advocacy network. Evaluated and attended professional development seminars on the laws surrounding advocacy for a 501(c)3 organization to aid in the development of advocacy work.

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  Congressional Office of Senator Elizabeth Warren

  Jan 2022 - May 2022

  Intern

  Logged correspondence (voicemails, mail, federal agency assistance requests) submitted to the office by constituents. Assisted constituents on casework intake calls, directed their inquiries to office staffers and made referrals. Assisted constituents to find state-level housing assistance. Attended and participated in virtual networking events with Sen. Warren’s state and D.C. offices twice per week for career development.

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  Shakespeare Theatre Company

  Aug 2023 - now

  Lead House Manager

  Managed a team of 8 volunteer ushers, providing clear instructions and support to ensure efficient seating, crowd control, and ticket taking. Acted as a point of contact for patrons, addressing inquiries, resolving concerns, and assisting with accessibility needs, enhancing overall customer satisfaction. Coordinated with the House Manager and technical staff to manage intermissions, ensuring smooth transitions between acts and maintaining adherence to the performance schedule.

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  DACOR and DACOR Bacon House Foundation

  Dec 2023 - now

  Program Assistant

  Assist with the running of programs, including check-ins and summaries of talks. Maintain the social media planner for the organization. Research the history of the organization and the house to write articles for the bulletin.

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  The George Washington University

  Jan 2024 - May 2024

  Graduate Teaching Assistant

  Conducted interactive R-based lab sessions and guided assignments on statistical concepts, fostering students' proficiency in quantitative measurement, data summary, and statistical inference. Developed tailored teaching materials, provided personalized assistance, and led discussions to enhance student understanding and application of R for elementary modeling, including linear regression, within a statistics-focused class. Facilitated discussion forums and office hours, fostering an environment conducive to academic growth and encouraging students to explore advanced statistical techniques beyond the classroom curriculum using R. Show less

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  Planet Indonesia

  Jun 2024 - Aug 2024

  Financial Inclusion Intern

  Utilized R programming to perform statistical analysis on data collected from Planet Indonesia’s financial inclusion program. Engaged in fieldwork, conducting in-depth interviews with village leaders and community members to gather qualitative insights on the impact of community-led financial inclusion initiatives. Led the drafting of a comprehensive research paper, with the aim of publication, analyzing the pathways that connect financial inclusion and a healthier environment.