Astrid Vargas, M.A.
Director of Alumni Engagement at STEER for Student Athletes- Claim this Profile
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Spanish Native or bilingual proficiency
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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French Full professional proficiency
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German Limited working proficiency
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Serafin Burgulla Marca
I had the opportunity to meet Astrid as a facilitator and mentor in D.C. She impresses me with her strong critical thinking skills and also shows a sense of commitment and integrity to whichever activities she carries on. We had the opportunity to host an online session in which she inspired more than 50 Latin American people with her boldness and example of entrepreneurship. I believe that she has the skills, attitude, and values to accomplish anything that she may intend to do in the future.
Serafin Burgulla Marca
I had the opportunity to meet Astrid as a facilitator and mentor in D.C. She impresses me with her strong critical thinking skills and also shows a sense of commitment and integrity to whichever activities she carries on. We had the opportunity to host an online session in which she inspired more than 50 Latin American people with her boldness and example of entrepreneurship. I believe that she has the skills, attitude, and values to accomplish anything that she may intend to do in the future.
Serafin Burgulla Marca
I had the opportunity to meet Astrid as a facilitator and mentor in D.C. She impresses me with her strong critical thinking skills and also shows a sense of commitment and integrity to whichever activities she carries on. We had the opportunity to host an online session in which she inspired more than 50 Latin American people with her boldness and example of entrepreneurship. I believe that she has the skills, attitude, and values to accomplish anything that she may intend to do in the future.
Serafin Burgulla Marca
I had the opportunity to meet Astrid as a facilitator and mentor in D.C. She impresses me with her strong critical thinking skills and also shows a sense of commitment and integrity to whichever activities she carries on. We had the opportunity to host an online session in which she inspired more than 50 Latin American people with her boldness and example of entrepreneurship. I believe that she has the skills, attitude, and values to accomplish anything that she may intend to do in the future.
Credentials
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Secondary Science Grades 6-12
The Florida Department of EducationJun, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
The Complete Skilled Negotiator
The Gap PartnershipOct, 2018- Oct, 2024
Experience
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STEER for Student Athletes
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Alumni Engagement
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Mar 2023 - Present
• Develop and implement a comprehensive alumni engagement plan, including events, communications, and volunteer opportunities. • Build and maintain relationships with alumni, including regular communication and outreach efforts. • Plan and execute events that foster alumni engagement and create a sense of community among alumni.
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Development Assistant
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Jan 2023 - Mar 2023
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Raices Foundation Inc.
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United States
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Chief Operating Officer
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Mar 2023 - Present
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Grayson De Vere (GDV)
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United States
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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Organizational Development Intern
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Dec 2022 - Feb 2023
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World Learning
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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500 - 600 Employee
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Facilitator
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Sep 2022 - Oct 2022
Leading a Youth Ambassador program working with high school students from Bolivia and Peru as we travel to Washington DC and Salt Lake City, Utah. As a leader the goal is to foster leadership and implement personal development workshops to have students complete projects back home upon program completion.
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Facilitator
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Jul 2022 - Aug 2022
-Accompanied student ambassadors during their stay in the USA (Vermont, New Mexico, Washington DC) -Led workshops and leadership development to equip students with skills to implement projects to foster change within their communities - Facilitated IYLEP program: IYLEP is a four-week summer exchange program funded by the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad and the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. The program is currently administered by the U.S. NGO, World… Show more -Accompanied student ambassadors during their stay in the USA (Vermont, New Mexico, Washington DC) -Led workshops and leadership development to equip students with skills to implement projects to foster change within their communities - Facilitated IYLEP program: IYLEP is a four-week summer exchange program funded by the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad and the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. The program is currently administered by the U.S. NGO, World Learning.
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Digital Facilitator with "Jovenes en Accion" Program (Mexico)
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Aug 2021 - Jan 2022
-Facilitated asynchronous online discussions for 25–35 program participants (about one hour per day, with an expected response time of no more than 24 hours to participant posts/communications) -Facilitated bi-weekly dialogue with participants through synchronous online video conferencing and reviewed participants’ work on project planning to provide constructive feedback -Created and maintained a positive and inclusive digital learning community; coached participants on behavioral… Show more -Facilitated asynchronous online discussions for 25–35 program participants (about one hour per day, with an expected response time of no more than 24 hours to participant posts/communications) -Facilitated bi-weekly dialogue with participants through synchronous online video conferencing and reviewed participants’ work on project planning to provide constructive feedback -Created and maintained a positive and inclusive digital learning community; coached participants on behavioral challenges within the program community and mediated disagreements and conflicts -Updated Program Staff and other Digital Facilitators regularly on interaction with participants using online communication tools like Slack and Canvas
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Digital Facilitator with Youth Ambassadors Program (Brazil and USA)
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Jun 2021 - Aug 2021
-Facilitated asynchronous online discussions for 25–35 program participants (about one hour per day, with an expected response time of no more than 24 hours to participant posts/communications) -Facilitated bi-weekly dialogue with participants through synchronous online video conferencing and reviewed participants’ work on project planning to provide constructive feedback -Created and maintained a positive and inclusive digital learning community; coached participants on behavioral… Show more -Facilitated asynchronous online discussions for 25–35 program participants (about one hour per day, with an expected response time of no more than 24 hours to participant posts/communications) -Facilitated bi-weekly dialogue with participants through synchronous online video conferencing and reviewed participants’ work on project planning to provide constructive feedback -Created and maintained a positive and inclusive digital learning community; coached participants on behavioral challenges within the program community and mediated disagreements and conflicts -Updated Program Staff and other Digital Facilitators regularly on interaction with participants using online communication tools like Slack and Canvas
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Miami-Dade County Public Schools
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Chemistry Teacher
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Aug 2019 - Jul 2021
Miami Northwestern Senior High School Miami Northwestern Senior High School
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Teach For America
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Corps Member
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Jun 2019 - Jun 2021
-Selected to participate in a highly rigorous program with an acceptance rate of 11%. -Qualified to teach either general science at the middle school level or high school Chemistry. -Selected to participate in a highly rigorous program with an acceptance rate of 11%. -Qualified to teach either general science at the middle school level or high school Chemistry.
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Port Chester Senior High School
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Substitute Teacher
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Apr 2019 - Jun 2019
Covered for elementary, middle or high school teachers during their absences. Covered for elementary, middle or high school teachers during their absences.
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The Gap Partnership
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United Kingdom
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Business Consulting and Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Client Services Administrator
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Sep 2018 - Apr 2019
The Gap Partnership is a global negotiation consultancy working with over 500 blue chip organisations, in 13 different languages from offices around the world. Founded in 1997, we specialize exclusively in negotiation to create the world’s best negotiators. The Gap Partnership is a global negotiation consultancy working with over 500 blue chip organisations, in 13 different languages from offices around the world. Founded in 1997, we specialize exclusively in negotiation to create the world’s best negotiators.
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Université de Rennes I
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Chemical Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Visiting Professor
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Aug 2017 - Aug 2018
SCELVA, University of Rennes 1 • Taught English to Freshmen-Seniors working toward their Bachelors degrees • Assigned grades, proctored exams, and attended faculty meetings • Led Spanish workshops for students and faculty • Oversaw interviews and speaking evaluations • Instructed extra help classes for students who needed further assistance SCELVA, University of Rennes 1 • Taught English to Freshmen-Seniors working toward their Bachelors degrees • Assigned grades, proctored exams, and attended faculty meetings • Led Spanish workshops for students and faculty • Oversaw interviews and speaking evaluations • Instructed extra help classes for students who needed further assistance
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Union College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Language Lab Consultant
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Sep 2013 - Jun 2017
The Language Center, located in Schaffer Library, is designed to meet the needs of students and faculty in Modern Languages and Literature's, as well as serve many others in the Union community.
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STEP Mentor
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Jul 2015 - Aug 2015
• Mentored a group of four middle school girls from the Schenectady area interested in the Science and Math •Supervised and aided them with their research project; utilized the Phazor lab at Union College to study sound perception of various instruments
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Residential Life Selection Committee
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Sep 2014 - Jun 2015
• Aided in the selection of the new Residential Advisors through observing and facilitating tasks such as group processing and interviews
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Resident Advisor
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Aug 2014 - Jun 2015
• Maintain a positive attitude and support for Residential Life and Union College while working as an agent of the College • Establish relationships with residents by being approachable and available to mediate conflicts and address resident concerns • Provide overnight on-duty coverage in the residence hall (avg. at least 1 night per week), including floor rounds • Follow all policies and procedures set forth by the College and be knowledgeable about resources on campus to refer… Show more • Maintain a positive attitude and support for Residential Life and Union College while working as an agent of the College • Establish relationships with residents by being approachable and available to mediate conflicts and address resident concerns • Provide overnight on-duty coverage in the residence hall (avg. at least 1 night per week), including floor rounds • Follow all policies and procedures set forth by the College and be knowledgeable about resources on campus to refer students appropriately
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Education
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The Johns Hopkins University - Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)
Master of Arts - MA, Global Risk -
Centre international de formation européenne
Master in Advanced European & International Studies: European Policy and Governance, International Relations and Affairs -
University of Kent
Master of Arts - MA -
Union College
Bachelor's degree, Cultural Anthropology/ French -
Université Rennes 2
French Language and Literature, Fall Semester 2015 -
Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Completed a three week term in Tianjin, China, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Chinese Herbology -
Port Chester Senior High School
High School, Class of 2013