Carolina De La Fuente
San Antonio
Summary
Psychology graduate with hands-on experience supporting young children and promoting positive behavior in educational settings. Active volunteer committed to mental health advocacy through Project Sunshine, Brain Exercise Initiative, and Active Minds. Strong interpersonal skills, dependable work ethic, and a growing foundation in clinical and developmental psychology. Preparing to pursue a PhD in Clinical Psychology.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Business Student Associate
UTSA
- Coordinated with colleagues to organize a student panel on securing internships.
- Conducted research on new initiatives supporting student success programs.
- Handled student inquiries via email and telephone with professionalism and efficiency.
- Supported program operations through data entry, filing, and recordkeeping.
- Professional Development Program Certificate- Focusing on leadership, workplace professionalism, and career readiness.
Substitute Teacher
Barshop JCC
10.2025 - Current
- Support classroom instruction for children ages 14 months to 4 years, providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
- Assist teachers with daily routines, including circle time, sensory play, outdoor play, and hands-on learning activities.
- Supervise children during classroom activities, meals, and transitions to ensure child safety and positive behavior support.
- Encourage positive peer interactions and model prosocial behaviors through gentle guidance and redirection.
- Support children’s independence and confidence through play-based learning and responsive caregiving.
Clinical Intern
Pharr Children’s Day & Night Clinic
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Performed pediatric phlebotomy procedures on patients ages 3–20, including venipuncture, vaccine administration, and urine testing.
- Maintained strict adherence to clinical protocols and infection control standards.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to reduce anxiety using age-appropriate language and empathy.
- Ensured accuracy in specimen labeling and documentation to support reliable diagnostic testing.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive, high-quality pediatric care.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Business Administration
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA)
San Antonio12.2025
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
South Texas College
McAllen05.2023
Skills
- Technical Skills- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access), Microsoft Teams, Skedda, Teampup, Canva
- Professional Skills- Strong interpersonal communication, teamwork, research and data management, administrative support, cultural competence
Awards
UTSA Honors College & Alvarez Business Honors (2023–Present), San Antonio, Engaged in advanced coursework emphasizing research, leadership, and professional development., Participated in interdisciplinary learning and honors programming.
International Service
Santa Rosa de Aguan, Honduras, Santa Rosa de Aguan, Honduras, 2025-06, 2025-06, Spent one month working alongside the mayor and community leaders to organize events that brought families together and celebrated local culture., Helped coordinate charitable projects, including distributing food, clothing, and school supplies to children and families in need., Assisted in planning recreational and educational activities for youth, creating safe spaces for learning, play, and community connection., Gained firsthand experience in cross-cultural collaboration, learning to adapt quickly while building strong relationships with residents., Strengthened leadership, empathy, and communication skills by working directly with community members to address their needs.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Barshop JCC
10.2025 - Current
Clinical Intern
Pharr Children’s Day & Night Clinic
12.2024 - 01.2025
Business Student Associate
UTSA
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
South Texas College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Business Administration
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA)