Hi, I’m
Emily Baker
Tutor / Administrative Assistant
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Energetic Peer Tutor with a proven track record of enhancing student comprehension and critical thinking. Skilled in developing customized lesson plans and employing diverse teaching techniques to accommodate various learning styles. Committed to fostering academic excellence and setting a positive example for character development.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
2
years of post-secondary education
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Effective Communication
- Team Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Growth Mindset
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Education
Bakersfield CollegeBakersfield, CA
Associate of Arts from Psychology
08.2023 - Current
University Overview
- 4.0 GPA
- Social Psychology
- General Psychology
- Statistics for Behavioral Sciences
- Psychology Club Member, 2025
- Tutoring Club Founding Member, 2025
- Awarded Dolores Cerro Scholarship (Returning)
- Awarded Bakersfield College Academic Senate Scholarship (Returning)
Taft Union High SchoolTaft, CA
High School Diploma
University Overview
- Oil Technology Academy
- TUHS Jazz Band
- TUHS Marching Band Brass Captain
- TUHS Varsity Cheerleading
Work History
Kern Community College DistrictBakersfield
Tutor / Administrative Assistant
01.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted one-on-one and group tutoring sessions in multiple subjects with up to 20 students per week to improve subject comprehension.
- Engaged students in interactive dialogue to strengthen critical thinking skills and foster self-empowerment.
- Created binders of tangible learning aids by subject to serve as an open educational resource for all learners.
- Managed appointments, calendars, and office hours for 50+ tutors.
- Drafted and distributed official communications regarding tutoring center operations such as tutoring policy agreements, equipment rental contracts, payroll deadline emails, recruiting outreach, and new hire onboarding information.
Kern Community College DistrictBakersfield
Peer Assisted Learning Leader
08.2024 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Collaborated with professors to align my supplemental instruction lesson plans with current classroom objectives.
- Held small group instruction within a classroom setting to provide alternative learning materials and lectures to groups of 5-20 students two times per week.
- Attended monthly pedagogy trainings to incorporate new methods of classroom learning, such as vocabulary bingo and Kahoot! quizzes.
Caterpillar, Inc.Arvin
Logistics Coordinator
06.2019 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Cultivated relationships with 10 or more vendors, carriers, and customers per day to facilitate efficient shipping operations.
- Optimized supply chain processes using logistics software to enhance operational efficiency.
- Monitored transportation costs to ensure compliance with budgetary constraints.
- Resolved discrepancies in product delivery promptly each day to maintain quality of customer service.
- Contributed to development and improvement of policies and procedures for record management through weekly continuous improvement card (CI card) submissions.
- Prepared accurate shipping orders and bills of lading to effectively direct material routing.
VerizonBakersfield
Assistant Store Manager
02.2017 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Oversaw daily store operations for a $5k gross profit per day retail store.
- Ensured transparency of sales and customer service procedures and effective relationship management.
- Implemented strategic marketing initiatives to enhance revenue across various channels, such as social media blasts and cold call marketing to existing customers when new weekly promotions are launched.
- Supported up to four sales associates during peak hours to achieve sales targets and improve store performance.
- Trained new employees on company policies and operational procedures on a monthly basis.
Pizza RevBakersfield
Shift Lead
01.2015 - 04.2016
Job overview
- Balanced cash drawers and operated cash registers to ensure transaction accuracy.
- Evaluated departmental needs and delegated tasks to enhance production efficiency.
- Supervised employees to maintain high productivity and customer service standards.
- Ensured strict adherence to safety protocols at all times.
StarbucksBakersfield
Barista
12.2011 - 03.2013
Job overview
- Stocked customer service stations with necessary paper products and beverage preparation items.
- Operated cash registers to efficiently process customer payments.
- Followed safety procedures while managing machinery, including grinders and espresso machines.
- Demonstrated various techniques on beverage machines to onboard new team members.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and maintain service quality during peak hours.
Timeline
Peer Assisted Learning Leader
Kern Community College District
08.2024 - 12.2024
Tutor / Administrative Assistant
Kern Community College District
01.2024 - Current
Bakersfield College
Associate of Arts from Psychology
08.2023 - Current
Logistics Coordinator
Caterpillar, Inc.
06.2019 - 09.2022
Assistant Store Manager
Verizon
02.2017 - 06.2019
Shift Lead
Pizza Rev
01.2015 - 04.2016
Barista
Starbucks
12.2011 - 03.2013
Taft Union High School
High School Diploma
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