Amalia Garcia
Goleta,CA
Summary
Driven and adept Lab Assistant from Lassen Community College, I excel in teamwork and collaboration, and running experiments. Leveraged time management and lab safety skills to significantly enhance project efficiency and safety protocols. Proven track record in improving student engagement and scientific understanding through innovative teaching methods.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Student Mentor
SciTrek
Goleta, California
01.2025 - Current
- Encouraged critical thinking skills among students while exploring new ideas in the sciences.
- Monitored student performance, offering constructive feedback and additional aid to struggling students.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos, and class discussions.
- Implemented strategies to increase student engagement and motivation in science subjects.
ASB Senator
Lassen Community College
Susanville , California
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with other student organizations on campus to coordinate joint events and initiatives.
- Actively sought out diverse student perspectives through surveys or interviews to gain insight into potential areas of improvement across campus.
- Facilitated communication between student government members, faculty advisors, administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure successful event planning.
- Coordinated the planning, budgeting, and execution of multiple large-scale school events, such as dances and pep rallies.
Lab Assistant
Lassen Community College
Susanville, California
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Maintained open communication with staff members regarding project status updates.
- Planned laboratory supplies purchases according to project needs.
- Analyzed experimental data for trends, patterns, or correlations that may be used for further exploration or validation purposes.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Learned many different molecular biology techniques, such as DNA extraction, PCR, and agarose gel electrophoresis.
Biology Tutor
Lassen Community College
Susanville, California
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Created and implemented intervention strategies or individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Educated students in the use of various study techniques.
- Tailored instruction according to each student's strengths and weaknesses while providing feedback on their progress.
- Recommended supplementary books, software, and other learning materials.
- Supported students in developing effective study habits to increase knowledge retention.
TRIO President
Lassen Community College
Susanville , California
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Facilitated communication between members, board members, staff, vendors, and partners.
- Oversaw events by delegating tasks to club employees and coordinating with vendors.
- Planned and coordinated special events, including members' meetings, fundraisers, and other activities.
- Oversaw club schedule and planned events in advance to achieve organized operations.
- Led weekly club meetings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psych And Brain Science
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06-2027
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Lassen Community College
Susanville, CA05-2024
Skills
- Time management
- Stress management
- Efficient under pressure
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Teaching students
- Knowledge of multiple social media platforms
- Lab safety
- Running experiments
Timeline
Student Mentor
SciTrek
01.2025 - Current
Lab Assistant
Lassen Community College
01.2024 - 05.2024
ASB Senator
Lassen Community College
08.2023 - 06.2024
Biology Tutor
Lassen Community College
08.2023 - 05.2024
TRIO President
Lassen Community College
08.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psych And Brain Science
University of California, Santa Barbara
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Lassen Community College
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