De La Paz Education Services

Provides customized support to individuals, institutions, and organizations seeking to advance their DEI efforts utilizing an intercultural framework. 

Conducts programs and consultation based on the premise that intercultural development is a powerful concept with immense potential to increase personal growth, improve group dynamics, and strengthen equitable and inclusive organizational culture. 

Incorporates a unique model that allows individuals from various identity dimensions, no matter where they are on their personal or professional journey, to learn about interculturality, its importance to DEI, and utilize proven principles and techniques to develop a crucial DEI intercultural toolset. The resources shared transcend professional boundaries and can be applied to various sectors.

Available offerings include:
• Strategy/action planning
• In-service trainings
• Workshop facilitation
• Curriculum design
• Employee/student orientations
• Staff/faculty/leadership retreats
• Manager/supervisor programs
• Board of trustees/directors development
• And many more

Principal Consultant & Founder

The College of Idaho

•	Administration of Inclusion & Intercultural Engagement Dept:
o	Led programming to advance historically marginalized student engagement, representation, & advocacy
o	Managed campus outreach w/ target populations & stakeholders in a mission to pursue inclusive excellence
o	Committed to active community-building to shape safe, welcoming, & inclusive campus
o	Served as advisor to student orgs teaching transformative lessons on identity development, cultural empowerment, sense of belonging, student wellbeing, service to campus/community, mentorship, & leadership
o	Developed co-curricular classes, trainings & workshops aimed to enhance intercultural development
o	Collaborated w/ campus units on academic success, student development, study away, experiential learning, career planning, & other student growth opportunities
•	Management of Int'l Student Services Office:
o	Advised 200+ F-1 visa holders representing 90+ countries
o	Designed, plans, & evaluates all programming including orientations, workshops, & classes pertaining to cultural adjustment, social integration, & academic rigor
o	Worked jointly w/ campus units to assess & improve support services for int'l students
•	Primary Designated School Official (PDSO):
o	Oversaw all working relationships w/ U.S. Dept of Homeland Security (DHS) & Dept of State (DoS) via the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)
o	Carried out institutional responsibility for all usage of the Student & Exchange Visitor Info System (SEVIS)
o	Supervised 5 DSOs ensuring knowledge to interpret & provide institutional guidance on federal immigration regulations impacting int'l students
•	Recruitment of Diverse Student Populations:
o	Coordinated w/ Admission Dept on strategic enrollment management practices & pipeline initiatives designed to support recruitment, retention, & graduation of students from diverse backgrounds
o	Represented institution both domestically & internationally as keynote speaker/workshop facilitator at various events

International Student Services & Inclusion and Intercultural Engagement Advisor

QSI International Schools China

Served as both classroom educator and programs director for an international school of 70 students that reached nearly 300 hailing from 20+ countries during tenure.  Utilized culturally relevant teaching and culturally responsive pedagogy best practices to enhance student experiences.  Led Intensive English (ELD) classes for students at elementary, middle school, and high school levels.  Developed full PreK-12 physical education program, including fitness, weightlifting, and health courses. Designed a full menu of programs including athletics, student leadership groups, extracurricular clubs, and elective courses that were not offered prior to arrival.

Educator and Athletics & Program Director

Beijing International Studies University

Managed four sections of English International Relations.  Created curriculum for university and lectured 100, 200, and 300 level courses in American English & Culture and Western Journalism of Today.  Mentored several students through the process of applying to graduate programs in Australia, Canada, England, France, Italy, Mexico, and the United States.

Foreign Expert of Curriculum & Program Development

Treasure Valley Family YMCA

Served as a member of leadership team charged with opening a new $14 million, 84,000 square foot facility.  Took membership base from 0 to 12,000+ members in a two-year period.  Managed a $2 million department budget.  Directly supervised a staff of 3 full-time employees and oversaw an entire department of 25 individuals.  Led diversity and inclusion efforts for both staff and membership. Provided administrative support to Branch Executive Director.  Built strong rapport with community and demonstrated leadership abilities through difficult circumstances.  Guided member involvement programs and developed marketing/promotional materials. Created a facility of unparalleled customer service.

Membership Director

Experienced consultant with a passion to help individuals build richer communities of understanding, belonging, and solidarity. Strong background in teaching, presenting, training, facilitation, and global education with extensive practice in both nonprofit and for-profit spaces.

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