Grace Aguilar
Newark,New Jersey
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Pillar College
Newark, NJ
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed the CEO's calendar, scheduling meetings and coordinating travel arrangements to ensure efficient time management.
- Facilitated clear communication by preparing reports, presentations, and correspondence.
- Coordinated special projects, tracking progress and ensuring timely completion.
- Utilized office software and project management tools to streamline processes and enhance productivity.
Spanish Instructor
English Line by Uceda
New Jersey
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Prepared classroom and course materials.
- Created individualized plans for students with special requirements and children in general.
- Researched new teaching methods for teaching Spanish as a second language.
ESL Teacher
English Line by Uceda
New Jersey
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students'' overall communication skills in English.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
Academic Center Specialist/ Professional Tutor
Pillar College
Newark, NJ
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Tutored university students (3rd level) in undergraduate and master’s programs, supporting their understanding of complex subjects and improving their academic skills.
- Provided students with positive and constructive feedback.
- Monitored students’ attendance and progress.
- Documented and communicate student progress.
Customer Service Associate
Staff Management Group
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Successfully assisted customer's inquiries by understanding inquiry
- Provided customers information about products and services, take orders, and process returns
Education
Bachelor’s Degree In Psychology And Counseling - Bachelor of Art in Psychology And Counseling
Pillar College
Newark, NJ05.2023
Minor In Education - Education
Pillar College
Newark 05.2023
Sensitivity Empowerment Workshop Training - How to run a Therapeutic Group
Pillar College
01.2022
Notary Public -
State of New Jersey
01.2022
Substitute Teacher Credential -
State of New Jersey
Newark, New Jersey01.2021
Mental Health First Aider -
State of New Jersey
01.2021
Associate Degree - General Education
Pillar College
Newark, New Jersey01.2020
Skills
- Advanced computer skills
- Microsoft Office proficient
- Adobe Acrobat proficient
- Experience in managing groups
- Bilingual (Spanish, advanced proficiency level)
References
Andrea Hinojosa, ESL Instructor, Uceda Institute, ahinijosa@student.pillar.edu, 973-979-2436
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Pillar College
08.2023 - 06.2024
Spanish Instructor
English Line by Uceda
04.2023 - 07.2023
Academic Center Specialist/ Professional Tutor
Pillar College
10.2022 - 05.2023
ESL Teacher
English Line by Uceda
03.2022 - 07.2023
Customer Service Associate
Staff Management Group
01.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor’s Degree In Psychology And Counseling - Bachelor of Art in Psychology And Counseling
Pillar College
Minor In Education - Education
Pillar College
Sensitivity Empowerment Workshop Training - How to run a Therapeutic Group
Pillar College
Notary Public -
State of New Jersey
Substitute Teacher Credential -
State of New Jersey
Mental Health First Aider -
State of New Jersey
Associate Degree - General Education
Pillar College