Driven social and political advocate looking for the opportunity to influence others to improve themselves and their communities through communication and hands-on education. Supported the growth and development of a nonprofit organization in Nicaragua, including the solidification of a previously non-existent Marketing program. Strengthened the connection between SUNY Geneseo and its international partners. Great communicator, determined, innovator.
Admissions Advisor @ From June 2015 to Present (7 months) Spanish Language Tutor @ • Independent language classes for students of the Rush-Henrietta School District. From March 2015 to Present (10 months) Intern @ Management of the Marketing program, utilizing social media, graphic design, fundraising, and story writing for blog, newsletter, etc.
Planning and teaching of English classes three days a week, editing learning materials, and the creation of a larger vision for the program.
Co-coordination and leadership of academic and volunteer trip programs for foreigners visiting Nicaragua. Creation of educational materials and guiding tours.
Interaction in cross-cultural and bilingual situations involving interpersonal, professional, and small group communication.
Creation of new materials and protocol for the organization. From June 2013 to January 2015 (1 year 8 months) Server/Host @ Served tables and interacted with customers in a small diner setting. Developed interpersonal communication, time management, and accounting skills. From June 2012 to June 2013 (1 year 1 month) Intern in Study Abroad Department @ Independent scheduling and conducting of interviews to gain insight into SUNY Geneseo’s international development.
Synthesizing of information into reports and a final proposal for developing the relationship between Geneseo and its international partners.
Research and suggestion of fundraising and sustainability initiatives to Geneseo
Reporting of weekly updates and utilization of technology to communicate and share ideas.
Communication between the United States and international partners. From January 2013 to May 2013 (5 months)
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Intercultural and Critical Studies in Communication, International Relations, Overall GPA: 3.3 Major GPA: 3.7 @ SUNY Geneseo From 2009 to 2013 Spanish Language and Culture, Spanish Language and Cutlure @ Universitat de Barcelona From 2012 to 2012 Rush-Henrietta Central School District From 2005 to 2009 Sean Conner is skilled in: Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Social Media, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Leadership, Time Management, Research, Teamwork, Social Networking, Facebook, Teaching