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Alicia Fernandez Castano

Rio Grande

Summary

Detail-oriented graduate assistant with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to manage diverse tasks and support collaborative projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to academic standards, with extensive experience as a high-performance basketball player in both the United States and Spain.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Assistant Athletic Department

University of Rio Grande
Rio Grande, OH
08.2025 - Current
  • Assisted faculty with research projects, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to academic standards.
  • Communication skills and public speaking
  • Team organization and Teamwork

Recepcionist

Adecco Outsourcing
Madrid, Spain
06.2022 - 06.2025
  • Managed front desk operations, ensuring efficient visitor check-in and handling inquiries professionally.
  • Coordinated appointment scheduling, optimizing calendar management for multiple executives.
  • Maintained accurate filing systems, enhancing retrieval efficiency and document organization both in English and Spanish.
  • Processed incoming calls and emails, directing communications to appropriate departments promptly.

Temporary placements included :

Alantra- May 22, 2024

Scania Hispania SA- May 27, 2024

Sony Pictures- May 28-June 3, 2024

Swatch- June 4-14, 2024

Grunenthal Pharma SA- June 17-24, 2024

OPDenergy- June 25, 2024

Life Technologies- June 12- July 18, 2025

Student Librarian Assistant

Mount Mercy University
Cedar Rapids, IA
12.2021 - 05.2023
  • Assisted patrons in locating library resources and utilizing catalog systems efficiently.
  • Processed incoming materials, ensuring accurate classification and organization for easy access.
  • Supported library events by preparing materials and coordinating logistics for student engagement.
  • Maintained digital archives, updating records to improve information retrieval processes.

Classroom Observer

Linn Grove Elementary School
Marion, IA
09.2022 - 10.2022
  • Observed and assisted in a preschool classroom that included students with learning disabilities
  • Participated in lesson planning and implementation under teacher
    supervision
  • Gained firsthand experience with inclusive education practices and early childhood development

Volunteer

RedMadre Campamento Solidario Vallecas
Madrid, Spain
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Led community outreach initiatives to engage local families in support programs.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Rio Grande And Rio Grande Community College
Rio Grande, OH
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Childhood Education

Mount Mercy University
Cedar Rapids, IA
05-2023

High School Diploma -

Colegio Orvalle
Madrid, Spain
05-2021

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft office, Google Workspace and social media platforms
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrates commitment, teamwork, discipline, responsibility, adaptability and capacity for rapid learning

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Graduate Assistant Athletic Department

University of Rio Grande
08.2025 - Current

Classroom Observer

Linn Grove Elementary School
09.2022 - 10.2022

Recepcionist

Adecco Outsourcing
06.2022 - 06.2025

Student Librarian Assistant

Mount Mercy University
12.2021 - 05.2023

Volunteer

RedMadre Campamento Solidario Vallecas
05.2019 - 08.2019

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Rio Grande And Rio Grande Community College

Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Childhood Education

Mount Mercy University

High School Diploma -

Colegio Orvalle