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Gabriela Torres-Valencia

I am a bi-cultural and bilingual (English & Spanish) nursing student, currently attending The College of New Jersey. I am passionate about mentoring at-risk children, supporting special needs kids, and advocating for women’s rights and other diversity, equity and inclusion programs. 

 

​This website is a platform for me to showcase my skills, achievements, and experiences as a student with the goal of connecting with academic institutions and potential employers. Thank you for visiting! 

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About me 

  • I enjoy taking on academic and extracurricular challenges, always looking for ways to grow and learn about new topics. 

  • I am interested in mentorship, advocacy, empowerment, promoting mental health education, and participating in BIPOC initiatives. 

  • I work as a lifeguard, babysitter, and love to volunteer and contribute to the well being of my community.

  • I am passionate about dancing, traveling, and embracing diverse cultures.

Leadership roles

Student work and leadership roles

• National English Honors Society – Secretary
• National Honors Society – Historian
• Board of Education Student Liaison
• World Language Honor Society – Italian
• Student Council Member
• UNICEF High School Club Participant
• Gender and Sexualities Alliances Member

 

• Diversity Club Member
• 2023 Academic Decathlon
• TCNJ Union Latina
• TCNJ Student Nursing Association
• Bonner Volunteer Program
• Foundation for International Medical Relief of Children

 

Skills

Skills

I aim to cultivate my personal qualities in order to contribute to and support the workforce
with a compassionate and results-driven mindset.

Talents
WRITING
PUBLIC SPEAKING
MENTORING
EMPOWERMENT
TEAM PLAYER
G-SUITE
LYRICAL DANCER

Languages
ENGLISH – Native/Fluent
SPANISH –  Native/Fluent
ITALIAN – Basic comprehension 

Certifications
CPR, LIFEGUARD, SEAL OF BILITERACY FOR ITALIAN

Education/Experience

Résumé

Education

• The College of New Jersey
     Ewing, NJ – Aug. 2024 – Present​​


• Ridgefield Memorial High School
     Ridgefield, NJ – Sept. 2020 – Aug. 2024​​

  • 2023 AP Scholar Recipient

  • National Honors Society

  • National English Honors Society

  • ​Recipient of the Seal of Biliteracy for Italian

  • World Language Honor Society – Italian

  • AP Seminar & Research Certificate

  • Varsity Volleyball Team Member

  • Academic Decathlon Participant
    * Honorable Mention in Social Sciences

  • Dean's List - Fall 2024

Work Experience

• Bonner Volunteer – TCNJ/ARC MERCER
     Ewing, NJ – Feb. 2025 - Present

   • Assist Bonner Scholars in caring for individuals with developmental

      disabilities during Unified Learning sessions.

   • Engage with service recipients to foster a welcoming, friendly

      environment.  

• Babysitter – THE HERNANDEZ FAMILY
     Ridgefield, NJ – Aug. 2023 – Present

    • Care for a 3-year-old toddler while keeping a safe, organized,

       and clean environment to keep her entertained. 

    • Carry out creative, educational, and fun activities.  

• Summer Camp Counselor – RIDGEFIELD RECREATION
     Ridgefield, NJ – July 2024 – Aug. 2024

    • Plan and led activities to keep 7th and 8th graders engaged and

       entertained.

    • Communicated with parents, assisted with trip coordination, and

       ensured kids safety. 

• Lifeguard and Swim Instructor – RIDGEFIELD PUBLIC POOLS
    Ridgefield, NJ – May 2022 – Sept. 2023​
    • Monitored pool activities, enforced rules, watched patrons, and
       administered CPR and other first aid protocols.
    • Taught private swimming lessons to children and adults, and
       supported the team during special events.

• Volunteer Counselor – NEVER ALONE AGAIN
     Teaneck, NJ – July 2023 - July 2023

    • Mentor and supervise children victim of domestic abuse.

    • Organize arts and crafts classes.

• Counselor in Training – TENAFLY NATURE CENTER
     Tenafly, NJ – June 2021 – May 2023

    • Assisted in creating and leading educational and

       recreational activities.

    • Taught children about the importance of preserving forests

       and the environment.

• Intern – LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS
     Bergen County, NJ – May 2022 – June 2022

    • Email and call schools, town offices, and officials to discuss

       voting arrangements.

    • Assisted in registering new voters and providing voting

       information. 

Gabriela Torres-Valencia

e. gabitv92906@gmail.com | c. 551-775-8036

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