Sarah Masotta
About Sarah Masotta
Sarah Masotta is a Senior Administrative Assistant at Yale University, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Connecticut and has experience in various roles, including education project leadership and lobbying.
Current Role at Yale University
Since 2019, Sarah Masotta has served as a Senior Administrative Assistant at Yale University within the Jackson Institute for Global Affairs. In this role, she coordinates curriculum development with faculty and students, contributing to the expansion of Yale University's newest professional school. Her responsibilities involve supporting academic initiatives and facilitating communication among stakeholders.
Previous Experience at Yale University
Prior to her current position, Sarah Masotta worked at Yale University as an Executive Assistant to the Director at the Jackson Institute for Global Affairs from 2015 to 2019. In this capacity, she provided administrative support and helped manage various projects within the institute. Additionally, she served as a Fund Development & Alumni Relations VISTA Fellow at Dwight Hall at Yale from 2013 to 2014, focusing on community engagement and fundraising efforts.
Educational Background
Sarah Masotta completed her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government at the University of Connecticut from 2008 to 2012. Prior to that, she attended Holy Cross High School in Waterbury, Connecticut, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. Her educational background has equipped her with skills relevant to her roles in administration and project management.
Volunteer Work and Community Engagement
In addition to her professional roles, Sarah Masotta actively engages in volunteer work. She volunteers at Bradley Street Bicycle Co-op, promoting cycling and community involvement. She also participates in environmental conservation efforts, such as saving horseshoe crabs at West Haven Beach during low tide. Furthermore, she advocates for re-zoning bankrupt golf courses for affordable housing and environmental stewardship.
Professional Experience Prior to Yale
Before her tenure at Yale University, Sarah Masotta gained diverse experience in various roles. She worked as a Lobbyist for AFT in 2012 for five months and served as an Honors Congressional Intern in 2011 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Additionally, she held the position of Education Project Leader with AmeriCorps VISTA from 2014 to 2015, where she worked with the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut.