Ashley Realbanas
About Ashley Realbanas
Ashley Realbanas serves as the Age In Place Project Supervisor at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, a position she has held since 2018. She has a diverse background in nonprofit management and education, with previous roles at Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota and Neighborhood House.
Current Role at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity
Ashley Realbanas serves as the Age In Place Project Supervisor at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. In this role, she has been responsible for overseeing projects that assist individuals in maintaining their homes as they age. Her work focuses on ensuring that housing remains accessible and safe for older adults in the community. She has been in this position since 2018, contributing to the organization's mission of providing affordable housing solutions.
Previous Experience at Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota
Ashley Realbanas worked at Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota for four years as a Project Manager in Construction Training from 2013 to 2017. In this capacity, she managed programs aimed at providing individuals with the skills necessary for employment in the construction industry. Prior to this role, she served as a Skills Trainer/Case Manager from 2010 to 2013, where she supported clients in developing skills for job readiness and personal growth.
Educational Background
Ashley Realbanas has a diverse educational background. She earned a Masters of Nonprofit Management from Hamline University, studying Nonprofit Theory from 2011 to 2014. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Illinois State University, which she completed from 2003 to 2005. Additionally, she studied Humanities at Elgin Community College, achieving an Associate of Arts degree from 2000 to 2002. Earlier in her academic journey, she studied Philosophy at Canterbury Christ Church University in 2003.
Volunteer Experience as ELL Teacher
Ashley Realbanas volunteered as an English Language Learner (ELL) Teacher at Neighborhood House for four months in 2009. In this role, she provided language instruction to non-native speakers, helping them improve their English skills for better integration into the community. This experience reflects her commitment to education and community service.
Teaching Experience at Minneapolis Public Schools
Ashley Realbanas worked as a Short Call Reserve Teacher at Minneapolis Public Schools for five months in 2009. In this position, she filled in for absent teachers, providing instruction and support to students across various subjects. This role contributed to her experience in the education sector.