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Erika Garcia

Los Angeles,CA

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute

Scoot Education
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided instruction in general education and special education courses to students in grades TK-12 in a variety of classroom environments
  • Adapt teaching methods to accommodate a variety of students' needs and maintain engagement in new subjects.
  • Serve as a behavioral interventionist, using behavior management techniques and positive reinforcement to assist students with behavioral, emotional, and social needs.
  • Effectively transition between positions, providing behavioral support and guidance as needed to show flexibility and reliability

Recreation Assistant

State Street Recreation Center
04.2018 - Current
  • Coordinated events with Park Director to facilitate community events and ensuring perfect fulfillment.
  • Functioning as a bridge between community members and local authorities, I addressed issues and advocated for improvements to park facility and services to better meet the requirements of the community.
  • Served as a counselor during summer camp, giving advice, mentorship, and support to children aged 5 to 12 in an active welcoming setting.
  • Spoke with parents and guardians on a frequent basis to offer updates on their child's development, answer any issues or questions, and gather feedback to help improve the camp experience.
  • Participated in training session and professional development opportunities to improve skills in child development, behavior management, and safety protocols.

Teacher Assistant (Volunteer)

Westlake Elementary School
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Provided individualized assistance to students who needed the extra support or attention.
  • Prepare instructional material, such as worksheet, visual aids, and learning tools, to enhance teaching and lesson concepts.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create and develop education plans for the class.

Tutor - Learning Support Services

University of California: Santa Cruz
12.2022 - 06.2024
  • Company Overview: Learning Support Services (LSS)
  • As a CRLA 1 certified tutor, I provided active learning approaches to 150+ undergraduate students in upper-division psychology classes & writing courses via weekly individual or small group tutoring sessions.
  • Collaborated with instructors and teaching assistants (TAs) in the teaching team to develop an effective student support system.
  • Worked on creating a safe space for students of diverse backgrounds, different majors, and different years.

Education

B.A - Psychology, Education Minor

University of California: Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
06.2024

Skills

  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Fluent in English
  • Translation skills
  • Interpretation skills
  • Google Suite
  • Microsoft Office
  • Canvas
  • Slack
  • Flexible
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Willingness to learn new skills
  • Patient
  • Resolves conflict

Awards

Dean's Honors, UCSC, Recognized for achievement for having a GPA higher than 3.7.

Timeline

Substitute

Scoot Education
08.2024 - Current

Teacher Assistant (Volunteer)

Westlake Elementary School
01.2024 - 06.2024

Tutor - Learning Support Services

University of California: Santa Cruz
12.2022 - 06.2024

Recreation Assistant

State Street Recreation Center
04.2018 - Current

B.A - Psychology, Education Minor

University of California: Santa Cruz

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