Claudia Porter
San Francisco,California
Summary
Driven and hardworking 17-year old student attending Ruth Asawa School of The Arts for Creative Writing. Extensive experience in childcare, teaching, gardening/outdoor work, and food preparation. Successfully manages and leads children's activities and routines. Creates and facilitates lesson plans and leads academic classes at 826 Valencia. Reading tutor for children from 1st through 4th grade at the San Francisco Public Library. Passionate pianist, tennis player, and writer. Demonstrates strong communication and problem solving skills. Able to handle multiple tasks accordingly and support team objectives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Tutor
San Francisco Public Library
02.2026 - Current
- Develop individualized reading plans to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Facilitate private sessions, fostering positive learning environments.
- Monitor student progress through assessments, providing tailored feedback for improvement.
- Implement diverse reading strategies to accommodate various learning styles and needs.
- Create personalized lesson plans weekly.
- Work with parents to help children reach their goals.
826 Valencia Writing Workshop Coordinator
826 Valencia
11.2025 - Current
- Conduct various workshops on Creative Writing.
- Create elaborate lesson plans.
- Facilitate dialogue between participants and program workers to provide the best possible program.
- Collect data on program efficacy and implement solutions for improvement.
- Support students in their high school application process.
Childcare Provider
Freelance
San Francisco, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Prepare healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Bathe, dress, and help with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Sanitize dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Teach children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Take children out to the park and library.
- Help children with homework and reading.
Volunteer
The Sequoias
07.2023 - Current
- Perform an assortment of pieces on the piano for residents' entertainment.
- Maintain clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve residents' needs.
- Support engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Prepare and serve meals to residents.
Garden Intern
JCYC
San Francisco, CA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Planted, mulched, and shoveled on a gardening team in Golden Gate Park.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to job readiness projects to gain knowledge.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
Education
No Degree - Creative Writing
Ruth Asawa School of The Arts
San Francisco, CA06-2027
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Time management proficiency
- Teaching
- Team leadership
- Workshop coordination
- Organizational skills
- Parent communication
- Literary analysis
- Multisensory teaching
- Analytical thinking
- Project management
- Technology integration
- Food preparation
- Gardening/Outdoor Work
Affiliations
- 826 Valencia
- JCYC
- Creative Writing Department at Ruth Asawa School of The Arts
- The Sequoias Retirement Community
- San Francisco Public Library
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Drivers License
- Music Teachers' Association of California Certificate of Merit
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Interests
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Participating in local clean-up initiatives
- Avid Reader
- Gym Workouts
- Team Sports
- Creative Writing
Timeline
Reading Tutor
San Francisco Public Library
02.2026 - Current
826 Valencia Writing Workshop Coordinator
826 Valencia
11.2025 - Current
Childcare Provider
Freelance
09.2024 - Current
Garden Intern
JCYC
06.2024 - 08.2024
Volunteer
The Sequoias
07.2023 - Current
No Degree - Creative Writing
Ruth Asawa School of The Arts