Rebecca Elizabeth Sanchez1348 SE 32nd Ave., Portland, Oregon • (503) 327-1717 • rebecca.e.sanchez@gmail.com

A Bi-lingual Professional Program Manager • linkedin.com/in/sanchezrebecca

E D U C A T I O N :UNIVERSITY OF OREGON, Eugene, OR

Bachelor of Arts, 2008Double Major: Anthropology and Political Science Summa cum Laude

UNIVERSIDAD LATINA DE LAS AMERICAS, MoreliaSpanish Language and Latino Culture Studies, 2005

P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E :Media Outreach Coordinator, Youth Program Manager & Advisory Board

Member, Aug 2016 – PresentREFUGEE ASSISTANCE & INFORMATION NETWORK INTERNATIONAL, Portland, OR

Provide oversight to all operations within the organizations' Thrive Program - a peer-support pilot project pairing local youth with newly arriving refugee youth.Write policy for the Thrive Youth Program under Director's supervision including all participant agreement forms and paperwork. Develop training procedure manuals and course materials.Train and manage program staff using a variety of instructional techniques, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures. Supervise program participants/volunteers and evaluate performances through work observations and one-on-one meetings.Produce instructional resource tools specific to the development of Refugee Resettlement Programs for unaccompanied minors and migrants. Write, design, and edit web page content to maximize readership. Maintain posts on social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter and company website.

 Bilingual Program Supervisor, Case Manager & Education Assistant,

Nov 2012 - Sep 2016 MORRISON CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES, Portland, OR

Supervised, monitored and evaluated performance and activities of 40 program staff. Managed all activities and state, private and federal contracts within ORR program.Coordinated and conducted assessments of Spanish-speaking unaccompanied youth into the state of Oregon. Created and facilitated opportunities for staff trainings.Implemented ORR policies and procedures for unaccompanied immigrant children who are released to Sponsors, require a home study or receive post release services.Assisted with creating and maintaining internal policies and procedures based on guidance provided by ORR and State Licensing. Advocated for clients during weekly case meetings with the youth’s Case Coordinator and Federal Field Specialist and maintained all case documents per Federal policy guidelines.Designed and authored bilingual orientation materials for use by staff and clients to aid in navigating the program successfully.Coordinated local resources for clients such as medical visits, legal rights screenings, legal representation and access to physical and mental therapy.Developed academic and daily living skills curriculum for state and federal program. 

Native English Teacher, Aug 2011 - Sep 2012KOREAN MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, Daegu, South Korea

Created ESL curriculum with an emphasis on conversation and writing for students aged 14-16. Lead classes, administered speaking tests and corrected writing assignments. Developed and facilitated After School English Programs and winter/summer camps which utilized multiple mediums such as film and week-long projects to foster their curiosity in other cultures around the world.Developed and facilitated ESL classes for the Daegu Community Center for underprivileged youth and families. Created educational materials and directed the center’s holiday concert.

Director of Educational Programs, Jan 2009 - Dec 2010LONG WAY HOME, San Juan Comalapa, Chimaltenango, Guatemala

Spearheaded the formation of an English curriculum in a local elementary school, supervised interns and volunteers and formulated procedures and policies in accordance to Guatemalan public school requirements. Trained the volunteers and interns in curriculum development, student assessment and classroom management. Maintained and grew program by building relationships between Long Way Home organization, school principals, teachers, parents, city officials, Peace Corps representatives and local leadership. Attended regular meetings town hall meetings as program representative. Organized student community outreach activities such as alternative construction projects, reforestation initiatives, community clean-up days, permaculture gardens and native plant exploration field trips.

 Volunteer Coordinator, Nov 2008 - Dec 2010

LONG WAY HOME, San Juan Comalapa, Chimaltenango, Guatemala

Supervised volunteers and interns from all over the world and coordinated participants into program-specific projects. Quantity of volunteers under my direct supervision ranged from 4 (low season) to 40 (high season). Managed volunteer work performance, scheduled hours, facilitated housing and provided support with health concerns and work supervisions. Facilitated cultural immersion activities such as; tours around the village, visits to local artisans and surrounding villages and ruins. Coordinated transportation, hotels and activities for large volunteer groups in coordination with organizational partners. Conducted quarterly program financial reports and budget. Improved financial contribution from Volunteer Program by 50% by establishing relationships with University foreign exchange programs and Foreign Service organizations in the United States and Denmark.

 Archaeological Field Technician, Apr 2007 - Jul 2011OREGON STATE MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY, Eugene, OR

Assessed archaeological sites utilizing Phase I, II and III excavation methodologies for resource management, development, or conservation purposes and recommended methods for site protection.Wrote, presented, and published reports on site history, methodology, and artifact analysis results, along with recommendations for conserving and interpreting findings.Recorded the exact locations and conditions of artifacts uncovered in excavations or surveys, using map drawings and photographs as necessary.

A D D I T I O N A L S K I L L S :

6+ years’ experience working with Latino populations in the United States and Central America. Bilingual in English and Spanish language. Strong speaking, reading and writing communication.Executive Level experience in Program management with emphasis on Collaborative Problem Solving. Successful track record of establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff at various levels and has developed and trained employees to achieve job advancements.High Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Power Point applications, ADP, Promotional materials and website design.Advanced training presentation skills including production of visual materials, interactive participatory work and role playing activities which promote information retention for participants.