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Brandyn Guerra

Lake Elsinore,CA

Summary

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Organized and detail-oriented with proven ability to effectively manage and motivate others. Collaborates with fellow professionals to promote stimulating learning and productive environments.

Possesses versatile skills in a variety of areas, and is quick to adapt and learn. Brings creative perspectives and a strong commitment to quality and success.


Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Riverside Unified School District
09.2024 - Current
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Lead Youth Development Specialist

Boys and Girls Club
08.2023 - Current
  • Delivered assistance in areas of education, life skills and career development.
  • Created and facilitated both recreational and educational lesson plans for youths to engage in groups in safe environment.
  • Organized and attended meetings, trainings and conferences to ensure all youth in the program have a safe, fun, and educational experience and that all YDS's feel confident and prepared in their roles
  • Maintained documentation and records of training activities and group events.
  • Developed individual and group programs to encourage prosocial behaviors.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for both employees and youth
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.

Tutor

Riverside Unified School District
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
  • Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help wide range of students.
  • Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.

Assistant Manager

Juice It Up!
06.2016 - 05.2022
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA
06-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing

University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA
06-2023

Associate of Arts - English

Mt. San Jacinto College
Menifee, CA
06-2021

Associate of Arts - Communications

Mt. San Jacinto College
Menifee, CA
06-2021

Skills

  • Activity management
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Classroom organization
  • Lesson planning
  • Adaptable
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Records management
  • Literacy strategies
  • Classroom management

Certification

  • Licensed Substitute Teacher
  • First Aid and CPR Certified


Interests

  • Avid Reader
  • Creative Writing
  • Various forms of creative media such as movies, comics and games
  • Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Procreate, or Canva
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Riverside Unified School District
09.2024 - Current

Lead Youth Development Specialist

Boys and Girls Club
08.2023 - Current

Tutor

Riverside Unified School District
08.2022 - 08.2023

Assistant Manager

Juice It Up!
06.2016 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of California, Riverside

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing

University of California, Riverside

Associate of Arts - English

Mt. San Jacinto College

Associate of Arts - Communications

Mt. San Jacinto College
Brandyn Guerra