NEHA R.

CHHEDA
chhedane@gmail.com

Education
7/14 Present Hunter College, New York, NY
M.A. Adolescent Earth Science, Expected Graduation May 2016
GPA 3.9
8/13- 5/14 Hunter College, New York, NY
Non-degree student
22 Credits of pre-requisites in Geology
GPA 4.0
9/99-5/03 Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Bachelor of Arts
Major: Advertising

NYS Tests & Certificates

edTPA - expected Summer 2016
NYS Teaching Certificate - expected Summer 2016
ALST passed 7/31/14
CST Earth Science passed 12/13/14
EAS - passed 8/12/15
Mandated Court Reporter Training completed 9/15/14
EverFi Haven (Understanding Sexual Assault) Certificate completed 11/16/14
DASA Workshop - completed 1/25/15
Work Experience
2/16 - Present Williamsburg Charter High School Brooklyn, New York
Student Teacher ~ 10th grade Earth Science
Plan, construct, and teach daily lesson plans in laboratory and classroom settings
Grading assignments, tests and quizzes
Attend collaborative meetings between staff and administration
Execute classroom management through positive reinforcement and keeping students on task
8/15 - 1/16 Williamsburg Charter High School Brooklyn, New York
Substitute Teacher
Substitute taught in a variety of classes
Extended placement in Living Environment class, about 1 month
Make sure students are on task, classroom management
4/15 - 10/15 EcoStation Brooklyn, New York
Farm Apprentice
Learning sustainable and organic farming skills, including compost, rainwater, aquaponic and
hydroponic systems.
Working with high school classes and New York City youth (through the NYC youth
employment program)
Learning about and working towards food justice

1/15 - 6/15 Brooklyn Excelsior Middle School Brooklyn, New York

Substitute Teacher
Technology lab substitute, K-8th grade
Create worksheets and projects for students to work on
Make sure students are on task, classroom management
9/14 1/15 Ascend Learning Middle School Brooklyn, New York
After School Counselor
ELA and math tutoring, 6th grade
Conducting games and crafts for students, 6th 8th grade
Supervising students, 6th 8th grade
2/13 Present EL Garden Brooklyn, NY
Volunteer Community Organizer
Working with a team to prepare proposals and grant applications
Winner of 2014 CCNY Community Garden Grant
Creating gardening and educational workshops
Fundraising, grant writing, and fostering relationships with local businesses and organizations
11/09 Present Project Sunshine New York, NY
Volunteer Tutor/ Co-Chapter Leader
Help students with weekly homework, state exams, and literacy enrichment
Matching new tutors with students per their strengths and skills
Plan and implement seasonal parties and educational and fun activities
6/12 2/13 Magnetic Collaborative New York, NY
Producer
Project management of concerts, press events and experiential marketing events
Working directly with agencies, clients, creative staff and vendors to ensure all elements are
prepared, produced and delivered in a timely manner and in budget
Receiving and creating RFPs, vendor and venue selection/recommendations
Clients include: MTV, Samsung, Citi, BBC America
2/08 6/12 Jack Russell Group New York, NY
Project Manager
Manage logistics associated with implementing various nation-wide experiential marketing
events within budget as part of a team
Supervise a team of 10 workers on an installation and dismantle of 20 x 60 New Balance exhibit
with hanging sign at the Boston Marathon Expo
Work with advertising and marketing agencies to help them/us acquire new or existing business
Clients Include: NYS Board of Elections, American Express, New Balance, Mens Journal
Magazine
8/04 6/06 Judy Ross Textiles New York, NY
Marketing Manager
Maintained and fostered new relationships with clients and vendors
Managed budgets allotted by interior designers and retailers
Designed catalog including page layout, image retouching, production, and distribution
Launched internship program; including interviewing and training
Involved in design, setup and sales during ICFF and NYIGF at Javits Center NYC