AARON TSAI
University Of Arizona Freshman
CHANDLER,AZ
Summary
Background in cultivating strong interpersonal and communication skills within supportive and emotionally charged environments. Experiences in active listening and conflict resolution fosters trust and understanding, essential for effective teamwork and patient care. Committed to leveraging these skills to enhance emergency medical services, ensuring both patient well-being and operational efficiency in high-pressure scenarios.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Volunteer Crisis Textline Responder
Samaritans Hotline
03.2024 - Current
- Provided 300+ hours of emotional support in real-time crisis conversationswith youth and adults, utilizing evidence-based de-escalation and suicide-prevention techniques.
- Selected for advanced training to mentor and train new crisis counselors.
- Designed and staffed a mental-health awareness booth at high-schoolevents, distributing educational materials and engaging students in conversations about mental health resources.
Volunteer Grief Facilitator
Tu Nidito
10.2025 - Current
- Facilitate weekly peer-support groups for bereaved children (ages 8–12), fostering emotional expression and adaptive coping in response to loss.
Math Instructor
Mathnasium
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Instructed up to 4 students/hour from elementary math to AP Calculus
- Designed individualized learning plans and tracked academic progress weekly
Founder & President, Music Outreach Club
Arizona College Prep High School |
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Recruited 15+ members and organized biannual assisted living facility concerts for 50+ residents
- Coordinated member rehearsals and performances weekly
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physiology, Medical Sciences Emphasis
University of Arizona Franke Honors College
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Arizona College Prep High School
Chandler, AZ05.2025
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Leadership
- Trauma-Informed Communication
- Mentorship
- CPR
- Patient Assessment
Certification
EMT Certification, NREMT & Arizona, Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC)
Timeline
EMT Certification, NREMT & Arizona, Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC)
08-2026
BLS Certification, PVCC
07-2026
Volunteer Grief Facilitator
Tu Nidito
10.2025 - Current
Math Instructor
Mathnasium
06.2024 - 07.2025
Volunteer Crisis Textline Responder
Samaritans Hotline
03.2024 - Current
Founder & President, Music Outreach Club
Arizona College Prep High School |
01.2023 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Physiology, Medical Sciences Emphasis
University of Arizona Franke Honors College
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Arizona College Prep High School