1. Tori Saldivia
107-54 164th Street Cell: 917-842-2891
Jamaica, NY 11433 Email: tsaldivia@aol.com
EDUCATION University of Rochester, The College Rochester, New York
Bachelor of Arts, African & African American Studies May 2016
Cumulative GPA: 3.46
SKILLS Microsoft Office (including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)
Typing speed - 40 wpm
HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Dean’s List Scholar, Fall 2013 – Spring 2016
Keideian Senior Honor Society, University of Rochester, Spring 2015 – Spring 2016
GRADE Program Scholar, Warner School of Education
Transfer Student Award, Student Life Awards 2015, University of Rochester
Study Abroad: University of London, School of Oriental and African Studies, Fall 2015
Student-Alumni Ambassador, Office of Alumni Relations, University of Rochester, Spring 2014 – Spring 2016
Miss Black and Gold 2013, Scholarship Pageant, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Mu Sigma Chapter
WORK EXPERIENCE
University of Rochester - Interfaith Chapel, Rochester, New York
Event Assistant
September 2013 – May 2016
Assisted the Event Coordinator in effectively executing successfulwedding ceremonies and memorial services
Promoted a welcoming and friendly environment for clients and attendees
Managed important tasks to ensure quality care and showmanship
New York Junior Tennis and Learning , Queens,New York
Dance Activity Specialist
July 2013 – August 2014
Instructed children 6-11 years of age, in a variety of dance styles and genres
Arranged and executed daily, interactive lesson plans
Collaborated with Group Leaders to provide a fun and safe learning environment
Barney’s New York, New York, New York
Expeditor/ Stock Associate
May 2014 – June 2015
Greeted customers with a smile and approaches them courteously, conversationally and immediately
Ensured store presentation standards are maintained through consistent recovery efforts
Assisted Sales Associates in the sales transaction period
University of Rochester - Jackson Court & Susan B. Anthony Hall, Rochester, New York
Student Assistant/ Service Desk Worker
September 2014 – May 2016
Regulated the flow of students and faculty in and out of available spaces within the Jackson Court area
Interfaced with faculty and students by obtaining and conveying information and providing feedback
Responded to inquiries, and facilitated necessary actions
Healthy Kids Program - Summer Day Camp, Brooklyn, New York
Group Leader
July 2015 – August 2015
Lead a group of children 4-5 years of age, in daily camp activities
Prepared weekly lesson plans,enriched in Literacy, Math, Science, and Geography
Coordinated with other Group Leaders to administer a secure and exciting learning environment
Summer Stars Camp for the Performing Arts, Greenfield, Massachusetts
2. Tori Saldivia
Counselor/ Teaching Assistant
August 2015
Facilitated a safe and fun living and learning environment for a group of girls 16-17 years of age
Assisted head teachers in conducting various performing arts classes
Directed and supported campers in and throughout the camp finale show
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
University of Rochester - Office of Residential Life, Rochester, New York
Resident Advisor, Freshman
August 2014 – May 2015
Enforced all rules and policies dictated by the University Office of Residential Life
Served as a live-in resource for students dealing with personal and academic issues
Developed and implemented unique and innovative programming to support the social and academic experience of
first-year undergraduate students
University of Rochester - Black Students’ Union, Rochester, New York
Social and Cultural Co-Chair
September 2014 – May 2015
Initiated and cultivated cultural programs and social activities of interest to the Black Student Unions’ membership
Planned and executed the annual Step Show Competition as the head of the planning committee
Conducted meetings by facilitating agenda, in order to keep members informed of agency goals