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Zane Foster

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Experienced political organizer skilled in connecting with voters on a personal level, meeting them where they are. Demonstrating unwavering compassion and reliability, committed to advancing the agenda of the Democratic Party. Exceptional understanding of current issues and political attitudes, well-equipped to navigate the complex landscape of today's political climate.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CAMPAIGN CANVASSER

Asian Pacific Islander Political Islander
09.2024 - Current

Demonstrates patience, empathy and a willingness to listen, building quick rapport with strangers. Well-versed in a range of contemporary issues from abortion to free trade. Especially adept at turning out Gaza-sympathetic Democrats. Adapts canvassing approaches based on voter demographics and other relevant factors (meeting voters where they are). Approximately 80 doors-knocked/day. Maintains accurate records of voter interactions and feedback

KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

American School of Pachuca
01.2023 - 08.2024

Created a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fostered learning and development. Utilized differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of Kindergarten students. Implemented behavior management strategies to support a positive classroom environment. Used technology effectively to enhance and support classroom instruction.

CAMPAIGN CANVASSER

OrganizeNH
05.2022 - 09.2022

Knocked doors of Democratic, Republican, and independent residents. Engaged in cordial discussion about the importance of voting. Utilized research-based psychological techniques to induce political participation. Assisted voters in finding their local polling place and generating a voting plan. Gauged voters' likely vote choice and recorded in database.

LANDSCAPE FOREMAN

GoGreen Lawncare
05.2020 - 09.2022

Directed a small lawn maintenance crew. Trained employees in the use of basic landscaping equipment. Translated instructions from English-speaking manager to Spanish-speaking coworkers. Cared for lawns, flower beds, hardscapes, bushes, and trees.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZER

Western Mass Labor Action
01.2022 - 05.2022

Canvassed low-income neighborhoods to generate solidarity. Cold-called low-income residents to inform them of resources available to them, Distributed food and other resources to people in need. Raised awareness for vulnerable community members through issue-based organizing initiatives.

REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON

Centre Realty Group
01.2019 - 01.2021

Assisted various types of clients in their search for housing. Advertised rental properties across several housing networks. Drafted lease contracts and facilitated the rental process. Assisted senior agents with open house events for sales listings. Performed comparative market analysis to estimate property value.

LIFEGUARD

University Club of Boston
01.2015 - 01.2017

Monitored pool to identify individuals in distress. Enforced safety policies to prevent accidents. Tested chemical levels in water and adjusted accordingly. Managed patron needs and complaints.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies, Political Anthropology

University Of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA
11-2025

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Writing

Organizing

Digital

Certification

  • TEFL/ TOEFL - Teach English as a Foreign Language
  • Certified Real Estate Salesperson - Massachusetts
  • SEPH Hidalgo, Technology in Education Certification
  • Election Defenders Deescalation Certification

Projects

Co-President of the Mentors for Higher Education Club at UMass Amherst 



BCAPP (Bipartisan Coalition Against Plastic Poisoning). Launched BCAPP with my roommate at UMass who is a Republican. Organization attempted to cleave the highly partisan issue of climate change from an uncontroversial and actionable issue - microplastics seeping into our food and consumer products.

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

CAMPAIGN CANVASSER

Asian Pacific Islander Political Islander
09.2024 - Current

KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

American School of Pachuca
01.2023 - 08.2024

CAMPAIGN CANVASSER

OrganizeNH
05.2022 - 09.2022

COMMUNITY ORGANIZER

Western Mass Labor Action
01.2022 - 05.2022

LANDSCAPE FOREMAN

GoGreen Lawncare
05.2020 - 09.2022

REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON

Centre Realty Group
01.2019 - 01.2021

LIFEGUARD

University Club of Boston
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • TEFL/ TOEFL - Teach English as a Foreign Language
  • Certified Real Estate Salesperson - Massachusetts
  • SEPH Hidalgo, Technology in Education Certification
  • Election Defenders Deescalation Certification

Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies, Political Anthropology

University Of Massachusetts
Zane Foster