Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Christopher Astoquillca

Glendale,CA

Summary

Gifted performer with a strong knowledge of music theory and history. Dedicated Musician willing to collaborate with other professionals and also perform in a solo role. Consistently cultivating long-lasting professional relationships and capable of remaining focused and poised in fast-paced settings.

Along with musicianship and performance, Christopher is a dedicated worker passionate about helping others live fulfilling lives by providing personal assistance and care in managing various health-related conditions. A highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Store Associate

Urban Outfitters, Inc.
Glendale, CA
10.2022 - Current
  • Assisted customers with product selection, pricing and availability.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise and maintained inventory levels.
  • Organized store displays to ensure maximum visibility of products.
  • Ensured the cleanliness and tidiness of the store.
  • Addressed customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Operated scanning equipment for price checks and stock replenishment.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading deliveries from vendors.
  • Processed returns and exchanges according to company policy.
  • Performed daily opening and closing procedures for store operation.
  • Answered incoming calls regarding product inquiries or orders.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills at all times.
  • Verified accuracy of promotional signs within store environment.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, policies concerning payment and exchanges.

Educational Assistant

GUSD
Glendale, CA
04.2022 - Current
  • Cleaned and organized classrooms, materials and supplies.
  • Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
  • Distributed classroom materials, pencils, paper and art materials.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
  • Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.

Caregiver

Tender Touch Homecare
Chatsworth, CA
08.2017 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses
  • Helped clients handle all personal needs, from simple cleaning and daily exercise to bathing and personal grooming
  • Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
  • Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength

Guest Advocate

Target
Burbank, CA
06.2021 - 02.2022
  • Promoted high level of guest satisfaction through genuine, enthusiastic and friendly interactions.
  • Handled payment processing and provided customers with receipts and proper bills and change.
  • Managed customer complaints and rectified issues to complete satisfaction.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
  • Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
  • Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.

Music Assistant

Kid City
City of Los Angeles, CA
04.2019 - 08.2021
  • Formulated and implemented effective lesson plans focusing on principles of music, musicianship, music theory and history.
  • Maintained students' progress by evaluating and adjusting strategies.
  • Mentored individual students by taking creative approach.
  • Helped students appreciate arts with instructional and immersive techniques.
  • Designed and implemented curricula to challenge students and encourage excellence.
  • Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
  • Utilized creative approaches to solve performance issues.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ramon C. Cortines School Of Visual And Performing Arts
Los Angeles, CA
2014

High School Diploma -

Los Angeles County High School of The Arts
Los Angeles, CA
2016

Bachelor of Arts - Jazz Studies

California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CA
06.2020

Skills

  • Quick problem solver
  • General housekeeping ability
  • Client safety and first aid
  • Community activities
  • Performance direction
  • Music theory
  • Pedagogy and Music Theory
  • Staff Development and Mentorship
  • Attention to detail
  • Sight reading
  • Program Administration
  • Problem-solving

Additional Information

Volunteer Work

  • I mostly Volunteered at the Schools that are around my area, the two most notable ones that I have had my most hours at are Balboa Elementary School and Toll Middle School
  • With Balboa Elementary, I worked with the PTA and with the Office Management for several different occasions including;
  • Organizing and Preparing paperwork for Office and School Purposes
  • Organizer and Helper for several different school events and fundraisers
  • For Toll, I helped out with the Band program both during my time as a student and after with my mother, who was working with the PTA and the teacher of the Band Program, mainly at the Malt Shop (an after-school fundraising event that is weekly) and with preparing Band Uniforms
  • For Balboa; from 2011-2016, on and off with the volunteering opportunities available
  • For Toll; from 2012-2017, on and off with the volunteering opportunities available
  • Other outside volunteering events including Park Recreation events for Charity including Charity Walks, Ocean Clean-ups, and Park Clean-ups

Certification

  • AHA Healthcare Provider CPR Certification
  • CPR certified through American Heart Association

Timeline

Store Associate

Urban Outfitters, Inc.
10.2022 - Current

Educational Assistant

GUSD
04.2022 - Current

Guest Advocate

Target
06.2021 - 02.2022

Music Assistant

Kid City
04.2019 - 08.2021

Caregiver

Tender Touch Homecare
08.2017 - Current

High School Diploma -

Ramon C. Cortines School Of Visual And Performing Arts

High School Diploma -

Los Angeles County High School of The Arts

Bachelor of Arts - Jazz Studies

California State University - Northridge
Christopher Astoquillca