Gabriela Monteiro Cortada
Landenberg
Summary
A first-year Marine Biology student with a creative writing minor working to mix both creativity and the wonders of the natural world. Four years of experience with teaching karate for children as a volunteer and has done hands-on shark research experience at university building teamwork, adaptability, and communication skills. A former camper of Delaware Nature Society and has experience with both animals and the outdoors.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Shark Research Volunteer
University of Rhode Island
10.2025 - 10.2025
- Participated in an all-day shark fishing trip with renoun Dr. Brad Wetherbee
- Spent twelve hours on the water catching, measuring, and tagging sharks of different sizes
- Used water pumps on the sharks, gathered data, and worked with a team to handle the large animals
- Part of the larger university's shark research initiative
Club Leader
Kennett High School
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Ran and implemented creative practices within the group
- Worked closely with the other club leadership at the school to increase club visibility and increase club participation
- Fostered close relationships with club members
- Wrote background research and creative practices for the group
Volunteer Karate Instructor
Hockessin Athletic Club
2021 - 2025
- Helped instruct karate classes for children ages 6-13 weekly, fostering a supportive learning environment while making sure it was both safe and fun
- Developed creative games, training plans, and worked closely with other instructors as a team to help each individual student grow
- Provided constructive feedback encouraging child development
- Developed connections with children and parents alike
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05-2029
High School Diploma -
Kennett High School
Kennett Square, PA06-2025
Skills
- Effective Communicator
- Interest in teaching and learning about the natural world
- Highly dependable
- Outdoors experience
- Team collaborator
- Strong biological sciences skills
- Critical thinker
- Adaptable
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Shark Research Volunteer
University of Rhode Island
10.2025 - 10.2025
Club Leader
Kennett High School
08.2024 - 06.2025
Volunteer Karate Instructor
Hockessin Athletic Club
2021 - 2025
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
University of Rhode Island
High School Diploma -
Kennett High School