I am a passionate, hard-working and resilient individual who loves to learn and build connections. I firmly believe in promoting diversity, leading with empathy, and bringing joy to my community however possible. I am currently in my first year of a dual degree in Arts and Social Science (Majors in Peace and Conflict Studies; Health and Policy; Minor in English Literature) at the University of Queensland, aiming to pursue a career in social work, grassroots politics, or post-conflict peacebuilding. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, writing and editing with collaborators from around the world, and deep-diving on anything and everything!!

Charlotte Lay

I am a passionate, hard-working and resilient individual who loves to learn and build connections. I firmly believe in promoting diversity, leading with empathy, and bringing joy to my community however possible. I am currently in my first year of a dual degree in Arts and Social Science (Majors in Peace and Conflict Studies; Health and Policy; Minor in English Literature) at the University of Queensland, aiming to pursue a career in social work, grassroots politics, or post-conflict peacebuilding. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, writing and editing with collaborators from around the world, and deep-diving on anything and everything!!

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I am a passionate, hard-working and resilient individual who loves to learn and build connections. I firmly believe in promoting diversity, leading with empathy, and bringing joy to my community however possible.

I am currently in my first year of a dual degree in Arts and Social Science (Majors in Peace and Conflict Studies; Health and Policy; Minor in English Literature) at the University of Queensland, aiming to pursue a career in social work, grassroots politics, or post-conflict peacebuilding. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, writing and editing with collaborators from around the world, and deep-diving on anything and everything!!

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Debating Captain and Student Coach at Clayfield College
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Teaching and working with younger students to develop resilience, teamwork, and debating skills. Attending competitions to provide guidance, resolve disputes and improve the school debating program.
Volunteer Bake-Sale Co-Operator at Volunteer Bake-Sale
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Serving customers. Packaging, preparing and labeling food items. Ensuring food safety standards are consistently met. Managing financial records.
Primary and Secondary School Tutor at Self-Employed Tutor
January 1, 2024 - Present
Working with students aged 5-17 to provide academic support and build resilience. Tutoring in all subject areas (prep - year 10), and humanities-based subjects (year 11-12). Collaborating with parents and academic staff to maintain student progress. Working with disabled students to accommodate learning needs and devise long-term strategies to achieve personal and schooling goals.
Kmart Team Member at Kmart Chermside
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2026
Assisting customers and completing tasks in a fast-paced retail environment. Managing clothing and preventing theft as a fitting room attendant. Organising stock on the shop floor. Completing stocktakes. Meeting store KPIs. Operating check-outs. Directing customer queries and maintaining hygiene and public safety standards.
Clayfield College Debating Coach at Clayfield College
January 1, 2026 - Present
Teaching and working with students aged 10-15 to develop skills related to public speaking, collaboration, case-building, improvisation, and speechwriting. Providing academic and pastoral support. Conducting weekly training sessions and planning exercises/information sessions. Attending competitions to provide guidance and moral support. Interacting productively with staff, parents, competition operators and students. Providing written and verbal feedback to facilitate improvement. Unprecedented team success — one team undefeated, multiple teams reaching competition finals: 75% -win rate overall.

Education

Bachelor of Arts and Social Science (Dual Degree) at The University of Queensland
January 11, 2030 - June 23, 2026
Secondary Education at Clayfield College
January 11, 2030 - June 23, 2026
Primary Education at St Benedict’s Primary
January 11, 2030 - June 23, 2026

Qualifications

Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
January 11, 2030 - December 31, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services