Tara D Riffle

San Diego, CA

International Affairs

Webster University 2012 - 2013
Masters, Master of Arts, International Relations Ulster University 2011 - 2012
Masters, Master of Arts Naropa University 2009 - 2011
Bachelors, Bachelor of Arts, Religious Studies

International Relations
Political Science
Foreign Policy
International Development
Politics
Policy Analysis
Research
Human Rights
Diplomacy
French
Economics

Children in Crossfire (U.K.)

2011 to 2012
Facilitator
Naropa University
Boulder, CO
2010 to 2011
Computer Lab Technician
Naropa University
Boulder, CO
2009 to 2011
Restorative Justice Committee Member
Naropa University Bookstore
Boulder, CO
2009 to 2011
Bookstore Associate
San Diego Public Library
San Diego, CA
2010 to Present
(English as a Second Language) ESL Tutor
Girl Scouts of America
San Diego, CA
2009 to Present
Girl Scout Camp Counselor

Webster University Global (Netherlands, Switzerland, England & Austria)
St. Louis, MO
2012 to 2013
Global Masters of Arts in International Relations
Ulster University, Northern Ireland, UK
2011 to 2013
Masters of Arts in Peace and Conflict Resolution
Naropa University
Boulder, CO
2009 to 2011
BA in Religious Studies/Peace & Conflict Transformation

Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills, proofreading, editing, writing at length (completed two novels already and currently writing two more), mediation, facilitation, intermediate French (speaking, reading, and higher comprehension), computer skills (can use Microsoft or Apple including iPads, Powerpoint, Word, Pages, Excel, type 80 wpm, and learn new programs quickly), great customer service, cash handling (familiar with multiple currencies), retail/sales, research and analytical skills, speed-reading, leadership and ability to train groups of individuals, multitasking, effective time management, presentation and public speaking skills, program development and management, relational bridge building, multicultural competence & cultural sensitivity.