Amanda Porras
South San Francisco,CA
Summary
Public Health student successful at selecting and developing curricula and lesson plans to fulfill instructional requirements and support learning objectives. Detail-oriented planner and problem-solver assesses quality and effectiveness of instruction and makes positive changes to better serve student needs. Good decision-making, critical thinking and personnel management skills.
Overview
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10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Aritzia
South San Francisco, CA
12.2021 - Current
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Answered customer questions, shared product knowledge and researched pricing and availability.
Assistant Teacher:Kindergarten/1st Grade, 2nd/3rd
Mills Montessori School
South San Francisco, CA
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Develop and implement lesson plans and curriculum with assistance from Head teacher for 2nd and 3rd graders.
- Create a safe learning environment by establishing classroom rules and ensuring students follow behavioral standards.
- Plan instructional activities that benefit students from all backgrounds to ensure an equitable learning experience.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
Peer Tutor (Volunteer)
Upward Scholars
Redwood City, CA
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Empower low-income immigrant adults by providing them with academic support.
- Mentor and tutor students virtually every week by assisting with homework and helping them understand course material which involved English practice and other subject areas.
- Prepared for tutoring sessions by learning about key topics and planning out structured activities.
- Went through homework with students and offered additional instruction.
Outreach Intern
The Institute for Families and Nannies (TIFFAN)
San Francisco, CA
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented outreach plan to recruit disadvantaged nannies to enroll in Foothill College courses in order to elevate nannies’ education
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Assisted in a program to improve childcare quality by helping underrepresented nannies enhance their resume
- Generated progress reports to track trends in instruction and student progress for the creation of their nanny website.
Volunteer
Family House Inc
San Francisco, CA
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Cared and watched children in a play area that serves as a home away from home for children with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses (ages 5-17).
- Provided emotional support by establishing a fun learning environment for children where parents drop them off, making sure they are signed in and out.
- Planned and led games, reading and activities for groups of children.
Tutor
Private Tutoring
San Bruno, CA
06.2016 - 03.2020
- Assisted students in learning English and Math (K-12) by teaching students how to study, take notes, and complete complex test questions.
- Assisted students in finding useful study methods to enhance academic performance.
- Communicated student progress to students, parents, or teachers in written progress reports, in person, or by email.
Babysitter
Alexis K
Burlingame, CA
05.2016 - 03.2020
- Multitask by prepping meals while watching kids and provide children with nurturing and safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Helped older kids complete homework, school projects and chores.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and directing activities.
- Plan fun activities to enhance physical abilities and expose children to a stimulating and educational environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A) - Public Health
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA05.2023
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel and Word
- Meticulous
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Team oversight
- Event coordination
- Planning
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Associate
Aritzia
12.2021 - Current
Assistant Teacher:Kindergarten/1st Grade, 2nd/3rd
Mills Montessori School
03.2021 - 08.2021
Outreach Intern
The Institute for Families and Nannies (TIFFAN)
06.2019 - 06.2021
Volunteer
Family House Inc
06.2019 - 03.2020
Peer Tutor (Volunteer)
Upward Scholars
01.2019 - 08.2021
Tutor
Private Tutoring
06.2016 - 03.2020
Babysitter
Alexis K
05.2016 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts (B.A) - Public Health
University of California, Berkeley