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Adrian Pedraza

Chico,CA

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated educator with proven success at Little Red Hen, enhancing social skills for children with diverse needs. Expert in individualized instruction and curriculum delivery, achieving significant student progress. Strong communicator and collaborative team player, committed to fostering inclusive learning environments and applying innovative lesson planning techniques.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Skills Therapy Instructor

Little Red Hen
05.2024 - Current
  • Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
  • Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive environment for children with diverse needs
  • Engaged in physically active work, including lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and frequent movement
  • Applied working knowledge of autism spectrum disorders and best practices in play-based therapy
  • Worked in a dynamic, high-energy environment requiring flexibility, patience, and clear communication
  • Provided play therapy and socialization instruction to children and teens ages 4–17 with autism and other developmental disabilities

Reading Pals Literacy Tutor

Chico Unified School District
01.2024 - 06.2024


  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Tutored elementary-aged students one-on-one to support early literacy development
  • Followed a structured, easy-to-use curriculum to improve reading fluency and comprehension
  • Contributed to a program with a 90% success rate in significantly increasing students’ reading levels
  • Tripled student literacy progress with individualized instruction, one-to-one sessions, and encouragement
  • Demonstrated strong communication, patience, and commitment to educational equity through volunteer service


Line Cook

La Hacienda
03.2023 - 03.2024
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
  • Supported kitchen team with prep work and order execution for both dine-in and to-go guests
  • Responsible for nightly kitchen closing duties, including equipment shutdown, deep cleaning, and food storage
  • Ensured proper labeling, cooling, and storage of food items during kitchen close-down to meet safety standards

Utility Dishwasher

The Social
07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
  • Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or kitchen utensils items used often by kitchen staff.
  • Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
  • Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
05-2027

Associate of Arts - English

Butte College
Oroville, CA
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Yuba City Independence Acadamy
Yuba City, CA
05-2022

Skills

  • Academic instruction
  • Academic advisement
  • Education assessments
  • Lesson planning
  • Collaborative team player
  • Student evaluation
  • Interactive teaching and learning
  • Curriculum delivery
  • Special needs teaching
  • Innovative lesson planning
  • Progress evaluations
  • One-on-one tutoring
  • Excellent multitasking abilities
  • Reliable and flexible under pressure
  • Behavioral intervention
  • Parent communication & collaboration

Timeline

Social Skills Therapy Instructor

Little Red Hen
05.2024 - Current

Reading Pals Literacy Tutor

Chico Unified School District
01.2024 - 06.2024

Line Cook

La Hacienda
03.2023 - 03.2024

Utility Dishwasher

The Social
07.2022 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of California, Berkeley

Associate of Arts - English

Butte College

High School Diploma -

Yuba City Independence Acadamy
Adrian Pedraza