Alexis Montes Torres
About Alexis Montes Torres
Alexis Montes Torres is a Program Manager and educator with a background in public health and community outreach. He advocates for low-income populations and has held various roles in education and research since 2011.
Current Role as Program Manager
Alexis Montes Torres serves as a Program Manager, focusing on educational initiatives and community outreach. Currently, she is a Corps Member with Teach For America, a role she has held since 2015. In this position, she works to address educational inequities and support low-income populations. Additionally, she has been a Middle School Teacher at Spring Branch ISD in Houston, Texas, since 2015, where she engages students in learning and development.
Previous Experience in Education and Community Outreach
Prior to her current roles, Alexis Montes Torres gained valuable experience in education and community outreach. She worked as a Community Outreach Intern at Hiawatha Academies for two months in 2014. Additionally, she served as an Organizing Fellow with Students For Education Reform for two months in the same year. Her earlier roles include being an Undergraduate Research Assistant and a Resident Advisor at the University of Rochester, where she contributed to student support and research initiatives.
Educational Background in Public Health
Alexis Montes Torres studied at the University of Rochester, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Health from 2011 to 2015. Her education provided her with a foundation in health advocacy and social issues, which informs her current work in promoting the rights of low-income populations. Prior to her time at the University of Rochester, she attended The Preuss School UCSD from 2008 to 2011, where she developed her academic interests.
Advocacy for Low-Income Populations
Alexis Montes Torres is an advocate for low-income populations, emphasizing the importance of education and the right to a healthy life. Her advocacy work focuses on the formation of accepted customs and beliefs within societies, aiming to create equitable opportunities for all individuals. This commitment is reflected in her professional roles and her dedication to addressing educational disparities.
Interests in Social Psychology and Cultural Anthropology
Alexis Montes Torres has a strong interest in social psychology, cultural anthropology, and the study of social deviance. These fields inform her understanding of societal structures and behaviors, contributing to her effectiveness in community outreach and education. Her academic background and professional experiences align with her interests, allowing her to engage deeply with the populations she serves.