Carolina Gavia
Alhambra,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Toddler Student Practicum Volunteer
Cal State Long Beach Child Development Center
2023.08 - 2023.12
- Completed 60 practicum volunteer hours
- Kept records of children, including daily observations and information about activities and meals served
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote emotional, social, gross, and fine motor skills.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating age-appropriate activities and play-based teaching methods.
Summer Resident Assistant
TELACU UB, CSUF
2023.06 - 2023.07
- Provided residential support and supervision to 74 first-generation and low-income high school students during a 5-week stay
- Served as a positive role model and fostered community among students while also affirming their individuality
- Prepared and facilitated icebreakers and team activities to build students' social and emotional development, leadership, and communication skills
- Maintained effective communication with program and university staff to ensure an inclusive and safe environment for all students
- Guided 15 students on a 4-day, 3-night college tour to visit five California colleges.
Teacher Assistant, After School Daycare Teacher, Spanish/P.E Teacher
Oneonta Montessori School
2018.08 - 2022.03
- Assisted teachers with lesson preparation by getting materials ready and setting up equipment
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Fostering physical development, organizing games and challenges.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Toddler Practicum Student Volunteer
Pasadena City College Child Development Center
2021.10 - 2021.12
- Completed 50 practicum volunteer hours
- Kept records of children, including daily observations and information about activities and meals served
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote emotional, social, gross, and fine motor skills.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating age-appropriate activities and play-based teaching methods.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development And Family Studies
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2024
Associate of Arts - Child And Adolescent Development
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA05.2022
High School Diploma -
Woodrow Wilson High School
Los Angeles, CA06.2017
Skills
- Creativity
- Strong work ethic
- Cultural Awareness
- Strategic planning skills
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership Qualities
- Multitasking
- Problem-Solving
Awards
- EOP&S - Pasadena City College, certificate of achievement for completing educational goals
- Dean's Honors Pasadena City College, Spring 2021, Spring 2022
- Presidents List CSULB, Fall 2022, Spring 2023
References
- Matthew Carrera, Project Director, TELACU UB program, (323) 252-6632
- Christina Salazar, Administrator, Oneonta Montessori School, (626) 284-0840
Certification
- Adult First Aid, CPR AED Adult, HSI - [June 2023]
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Toddler Student Practicum Volunteer
Cal State Long Beach Child Development Center
2023.08 - 2023.12
Summer Resident Assistant
TELACU UB, CSUF
2023.06 - 2023.07
Toddler Practicum Student Volunteer
Pasadena City College Child Development Center
2021.10 - 2021.12
Teacher Assistant, After School Daycare Teacher, Spanish/P.E Teacher
Oneonta Montessori School
2018.08 - 2022.03
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development And Family Studies
California State University Long Beach
Associate of Arts - Child And Adolescent Development
Pasadena City College
High School Diploma -
Woodrow Wilson High School
- Adult First Aid, CPR AED Adult, HSI - [June 2023]
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