Elvis Martinez

Experience

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  Reading Partners

  Jan 2020 - May 2020

  Reading Tutor

  As an intern, he tutored elementary school students 1:1 at historically underfunded schools to equitably improve literacy skills and future academic gains. This work also required assessment and maintaining documentation on student progress.

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  Center for Court Innovation

  Jun 2020 - May 2021

  Case Manager

  As an intern with Queens Engagement Strategies for Teens (QUEST), an Alternative to the Detention Center program at Center For Court Innovation, Queens Community Justice Center. At QUEST-ATD, he worked with youth who had pending delinquency matters in Queens Family Court by providing case management, family support, facilitating youth development, programming, and educational advocacy.

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  Good Shepherd Services

  Dec 2021 - Jan 2023

  Advocate Counselor

  As an Advocate Counselor, Elvis worked with over-aged and under-credited high school students to ensure their progress, development, and ultimate success in achieving a high school diploma. As part of this role, he worked closely with the NYC Department of Education to collaboratively design and deliver a supportive environment for each student. He also regularly facilitated group advisory, provided crisis intervention, conflict mediation and social-emotional support as needed.

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  Borough of Manhattan Community College

  Feb 2023 - Aug 2023

  Academic Advisor

  As an Academic Advisor, Elvis manages a caseload of 75 students and is responsible for monitoring their academic progress and plans. As part of this role, he also conducts seminars, workshops and events to build understanding about transitioning to 4-year colleges and career mapping and access to resources and support services during their time at BMCC.

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  Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow

  Apr 2024 - now

  Adult Education Case Manager