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Andrea Vazquez

Saint Clair Shores,MI

Summary

Versatile Leader and teacher with background in youth leadership, fostering positive environments for personal and social development. Guided numerous youth initiatives, enhancing community engagement and mentorship outcomes. Demonstrated strong communication and conflict resolution skills to support and motivate young individuals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Leader

Christ Community Church
04.2021 - Current
    • Served as a positive role model for young individuals, demonstrating responsible decision-making skills and ethical behavior.
    • Collaborated with other Youth Leaders to create a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
    • Encouraged youth to explore talents and interests, and assisted in developing individualized plans to foster personal growth.
    • Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating interactive games and team-building activities.
    • Facilitated discussions between youth and adults to bridge generational gaps and foster understanding.
    • Maintained good relationships with parents through regular communication and active participation in planned activities.
    • Participated in regular meetings with leadership team to discuss strategies, challenges and successes.
    • Organized successful fundraising events.
    • Organized group activities and outings for youth and led weekly Bible study meetings.

Sunday School Teacher

Christ Community Church
04.2021 - Current
  • Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings.
  • Managed classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
  • Enhanced student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and creative teaching methods.
  • Employed variety of instructional aids, methods, and materials to provide for creative teachings, helping children grow spiritually.
  • Tested children's bible knowledge by asking bible trivia questions and hosting bible quizzing competitions.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, maintaining a respectful atmosphere conducive to learning.

Content Creator

Self Employed
01.2020 - Current
  • Applied current editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
  • Boosted brand engagement by creating compelling social media posts and campaigns.
  • Enhanced brand visibility by creating engaging digital content across various platforms.
  • Produced high-quality video content that effectively communicated brand messaging and increased viewership.
  • Developed visually appealing graphics for social media, resulting in higher engagement rates.
  • Analyzed performance metrics of digital content, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting strategies accordingly.

Teaching Assistant

Christ Community Church
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
  • Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by myself.
  • Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.

Swim Instructor

Suntastic Swim School
09.2016 - 07.2018
  • Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
  • Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
  • Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
  • Addressed behavioral issues promptly using a fair and consistent approach, fostering a respectful learning environment for all participants.
  • Increased swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and maintaining vigilant supervision during lessons.
  • Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.

Lifeguard

Suntastic Swim School
09.2016 - 07.2018
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
  • Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
  • Prevented accidents through regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
  • Supported swim lesson instructors in providing quality instruction to students of all ages and skill levels.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dianne M Pellerin Center
24001 Frederick Pankow Blvd, Clinton Township, MI
02.2019

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Youth mentoring
  • Youth enrichment
  • Emotional support
  • Community service
  • Community outreach
  • Youth activity planning

Timeline

Youth Leader

Christ Community Church
04.2021 - Current

Sunday School Teacher

Christ Community Church
04.2021 - Current

Content Creator

Self Employed
01.2020 - Current

Teaching Assistant

Christ Community Church
09.2019 - 09.2020

Swim Instructor

Suntastic Swim School
09.2016 - 07.2018

Lifeguard

Suntastic Swim School
09.2016 - 07.2018

High School Diploma -

Dianne M Pellerin Center