Benjamin Teurlay

810 12th Ave #222, Seattle, WA 98122 *(925) 360-3614 *benteurlay@gmail.com

EDUCATION___________________________________________ ___________________________
Seattle University, Seattle University, CA Anticipated June 2020
Master in Education in Student Development Administration
Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, CA July 2015
Bachelors of Arts in Liberal Studies (Emphasis in Education), Graduated with distinction
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE _____________________________________________
Area Coordinator January 2017 to July 2018
Lincoln Memorial University, Harrogate, TN
 Supervised, trained and evaluated a staff of 11 resident assistants.
 Managed and maintained 6 unique residence halls and oversaw a diverse community of 450 students.
 Spearheaded Fall and Spring resident assistant training and updated the resident assistant manual.
 Created and implemented staff meetings, one-on-ones, training sessions, and a programming model.
 Responded to on-call emergencies, upheld campus policies and procedures, and adjudicated conduct cases.
 Used restorative justice methods to develop students understanding of their impact on a community through
status sanctions, educational sanctions, and meaningful conversation.
 Planned and implemented the selection and recruitment processes for 30 new and returning resident assistants
including an application, group process, individual interviews, and staff placement process.

STUDENT AFFAIRS EXPERIENCE __________________________________________

Graduate Assistant for Orientation Programs July 2018 to Present
Seattle University, Seattle, WA
 Co-supervising, training and evaluating a staff of 4 orientation coordinators and 22 orientation advisors.
 Planning and implementing selection and recruitment process for a staff of 26 student leaders.
 Creating action plans, directing student leaders, and developing Orgsync advertising for welcome week events.
 Served as a resource for troubleshooting for campus partners at orientation sessions and planning meeting.
 Developing assessments and analyzing data for families’, guests’, and students’ orientation experience.

Intern for Office of Multicultural Affairs September 2019 to Present

Seattle University, Seattle, WA
 Developing and presenting trainings on implicit bias and advocacy to professionals and students.
 Planned and implemented programming for the LGBTQ+ community and events promoting the food pantry.
 Networked with 5 universities and colleges to apply new training content and adapt best practices.

Intern for Student Success and Outreach Center April 2019 to June 2019
Seattle University, Seattle, WA
 Developed a training schedule and researched best practices for a first-generation student mentorship program.
 Created and presented a training session on mentor ship stages and a mentor of the month Program.
 Researched current trends and assessed data on social media to create future recommendations.
 Executed a professional developmental presentation and activities on conflict management.

Community Service Advisor August 2013 to May 2015

Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, CA
 Mentored, advised, and set boundaries for a diverse group of 60 students in the residential community.
 Responded to emergencies, upheld university policies, provided referrals, and prepared incident reports.
 Hosted social and educational programs, mediated conflicts, and built caring communities.

Administrative Assistant/Teacher’s Aide Supervisor June 2013 to August 2014

Diablo Valley College, Pleasant Hill, CA
 Answered phones, created excel spreadsheets, and supported students and families with enrollment.
 Supervised, planned team building activities, and provided training support for 20 teacher’s aides.
 Served as a substitute for Public Speaking, Math, English, Guitar, and Architecture classes when needed.
Teacher’s Aide June 2010 to August 2012
Diablo Valley College, Pleasant Hill, CA
 Provided tutoring for a diverse group of students and developed students’ ability navigate a college campus.
 Mentored and assessed students in the classroom and assisted with student behavioral problems.
 Helped develop and implement classroom activities, workshops, and presentations.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EXPERIENCE_________________________________

Bystander Intervention Club Advisor May 2017 to May 2018
Lincoln Memorial University, Harrogate, TN
 Advised students at club meetings and events on marketing to educate the campus on bystander intervention.
 Cultivated a strong relationship and communicated pertinent information to the Title IX and counseling
Department in order to develop strong educational programming and follow campus policies.
 Served as a liaison for the Bystander Intervention club and Residence Life and Housing with Title IX,
Athletics, faculty, Police Services, Counseling department, and Dean of Students.
 Attended conferences regarding Title XI and power-based violence advocacy to apply to my role.

Swing Shift Mentor December 2015 to June 2016

R-House, Santa Rosa, CA
 Implemented a behavior modification program to help teenagers recover from substance abuse, handle personal
issues in a constructive manner, and cultivate appropriate methods of coping with mental health symptoms.
 Provided guidance to residents regarding social techniques, interpersonal development, and communication skills
in order to meet their personal and treatment goals.
 Maintained the safety program by following emergency procedures as outlined in R-House Emergency policies.

Associate Village Parent July 2015 to October 2015

The Children’s Village, Santa Rosa, CA
 Supervised and set boundaries with a diverse population of foster-youth in a structured group home.
 Used behavioral approaches by providing consequences in accordance with village discipline policy.
 Discussed educational life skills including, conflict management, stress management skills, and self-care.

Event Creator October 2014 to March 2015

Mental Health Week, Rohnert Park, CA
 Organized, collected, and designed an art display of 1,100 pairs of shoes commemorating the lives of college
student suicide victims in order to education student regarding mental health and resources available.
 Collaborated with counseling services, The Nation Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI), and Greek Life.
 Created a suicide awareness walk, speak out event, educational panel of student leaders and campus partners
regarding mental health and spoke in classrooms to promote event.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE__________________________________________________
Crisis Line Counselor February 2016 to May 2016
Verity, Santa Rosa, CA
 Provided telephone crisis intervention, information, and referrals to survivors of sexual assault and abuse.
 Advocated for clients during medical examinations, law enforcement interviews, court appearances.
 Completed a 45-hour training course to receive a Crisis Line Counselor state certification.

Volunteer April 2010 to July 2015

Walt Disney Family Museum, San Francisco, CA
 Provided support during special themed events, Disney movies screenings, and guest speakers presentations.
 Answered questions and information about the history of Walt Disney’s life, legacy, and the museum.
 Ensured that the museum artifacts were maintained and ensured that guests were following museum policies.