Nora Sears
Volunteer and Training Coordinator at De Novo Center for Justice and Healing- Claim this Profile
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Mongolian Limited working proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate
USF Corporate Training and Professional EducationMay, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Level 1 Archery Instructor
USA ArcheryMar, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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De Novo Center for Justice and Healing
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United States
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Legal Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Volunteer and Training Coordinator
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Mar 2022 - Present
-Oversee De Novo’s Volunteer Program comprised of over 100 volunteer legal, counseling and administrative professionals annually. -Steward and facilitate relationships between staff and volunteers; support staff members in their work with volunteers. -Recruit volunteers to meet organizational needs. -Introduce and train staff and volunteers on De Novo’s volunteer model. -Maintain accurate records and provide timely statistical and activity reports on volunteer participation. -Oversee De Novo’s Volunteer Program comprised of over 100 volunteer legal, counseling and administrative professionals annually. -Steward and facilitate relationships between staff and volunteers; support staff members in their work with volunteers. -Recruit volunteers to meet organizational needs. -Introduce and train staff and volunteers on De Novo’s volunteer model. -Maintain accurate records and provide timely statistical and activity reports on volunteer participation.
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Girl Scouts of Eastern MA
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Volunteer Support Specialist
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Dec 2019 - Apr 2022
-Provided volunteers with advice and support in all facets of the volunteer management system including recruitment, placement, training, retention, recognition and evaluation. -Interpreted the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, Volunteer Essentials, council policies and safety procedures to act as a primary expert in all areas of the troop pathway for the effective delivery of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. -Assisted in planning, promoting and executing Volunteer Conferences, Volunteer Recognition Luncheon and other volunteer events. -Contacted newly formed troop leaders to offer support, and visits new troops as needed to provide support and oversight of quality. Show less
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Thompson Island Outward Bound
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Facilitator
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Mar 2019 - Nov 2019
• Facilitated groups of Boston Public School students in team building activities, social emotional curriculum and field based science lessons. • Ensured the safety of student groups, positively manages student behaviors, and provides opportunities for age-appropriate challenges. • Oversaw use of low and high ropes elements including teaching students how to safely use elements, teaching belaying techniques and providing student groups with the teamwork and communication skills needed to be successful in these challenges. Show less
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Peace Corps
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United States
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International Affairs
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700 & Above Employee
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Education Volunteer
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May 2016 - Aug 2018
-Capacity building: Strengthened skills of 4 Mongolian teachers through co-lesson planning, co-teaching, giving feedback, leading seminars on teaching methods, and English tutoring which increased the teachers’ confidence and use of English in the classroom and introduced more student-centered teaching methods. -Curriculum development: Worked within Mongolian national curriculum standards to developed student-centered lessons and classroom resources for 5-12th grade, which improved the effectiveness of English instruction as shown by increased English awards received by students from my school. -English instruction: Established and led English classes and clubs for students, teachers and community members that focused on creative writing, speaking, reading, and practical communication skills attended by over 40 members of the community. -Training: Selected each year as a trainer for new volunteers. Observed trainees’ teaching and provided feedback; planned and facilitated lessons with a Mongolian counterpart on pedagogy, Mongolian school realities and volunteer life; and responded to trainees’ issues and concerns. -Peer Support: One of 11 volunteers selected to develop a more supportive volunteer culture. Attended official Peace Corps training for implementing a Peer Support Network, contributed to a newsletter, led trainings, performed outreach by phone and acted as a resource for volunteers who needed additional emotional support. Assumed responsibility for completing and submitting network documentation require by Peace Corps staff. Show less
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KinderCare Learning Companies
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United States
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Education Management
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700 & Above Employee
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Lead Preschool Teacher
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Jun 2015 - May 2016
-Taught a class of 10 two year olds a curriculum that I adapted to better suit my students needs and supplemented with activities and lessons that I created. -Incorporated literacy into daily activities and lessons for children at a variety of levels. -Created and executed classroom routines and procedures that maximized my student’s success and safety. -Acted as center manager during evenings when regular manager was unavailable, oversaw child pickup, attended to parents’ questions and ensured proper cleanup and closing protocols were followed by staff. Show less
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OMSI
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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100 - 200 Employee
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Early Childhood Education Intern
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Jan 2015 - May 2015
-Led science demonstrations and activities for children ages 0-6. -Interacted with families to provide information and enhance joint learning. -Organized play areas and supplies to allow for better use of space and resources -Led science demonstrations and activities for children ages 0-6. -Interacted with families to provide information and enhance joint learning. -Organized play areas and supplies to allow for better use of space and resources
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Lewis & Clark College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Interlibrary Loan Assistant
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Oct 2012 - May 2015
-Collected, processed and sent books and articles to patrons in an organized and efficient way. -Collected, processed and sent books and articles to patrons in an organized and efficient way.
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Community Engagement and Leadership in Science
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Portland, Oregon
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Community Educator
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Oct 2014 - Apr 2015
-Collaborated with a team to create and lead engaging, inquiry-based science activities for a group of high school students who were from groups that are underrepresented in STEM fields. -Guided this group through a yearlong research project where students designed and carried out a self directed, community oriented project. -Collaborated with a team to create and lead engaging, inquiry-based science activities for a group of high school students who were from groups that are underrepresented in STEM fields. -Guided this group through a yearlong research project where students designed and carried out a self directed, community oriented project.
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Girl Scouts of Eastern MA
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Trip Leader
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Jun 2012 - Aug 2014
Trip Leader-Summer 2014 -Organized and planned overnight trips with 4-12 high school students for up to 6 days while also continuing Unit Leader responsibilities. -Led trip activities such as hikes, canoeing, tent set up, food preparation and games. Unit Leader -Summer 2013 -Responsible for a unit of counselors and campers while continuing normal counselor tasks. -Supervised a team of 3-8 counselors to set goals, conduct regular performance reviews, and implement strategies for dealing with issues among campers and with in staff team. -Worked with administrative team to ensure necessary paper work and reporting were complete correctly and on time. -Planned and organized campers and staff team schedule. Unit Counselor-Summer 2012 -Worked with other counselors to plan and lead activities, develop campers’ outdoors, teamwork and leadership skills, and solve conflicts between campers. Show less
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Education
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2011 - 2015
Lewis and Clark College
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Psychology
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