Isaiah Buchanan
San Leandro,CA
Summary
Developed skills in community engagement, program planning, and event coordination within recreational setting. Looking to transition into new field while leveraging strengths in leadership and communication. Committed to fostering collaborative and inclusive environments to drive positive outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Specialist
Hayward Area Recreation and Park District
Hayward, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Piloting and operating park attraction machinery such as a robotic train, teacup machine, and a carousel, alongside selling food, drinks and tickets for attractions.
- Communicating and assisting the public with park related issues, e.g managing conflict between members of the public.
- Trained and supervised volunteers to support program execution and participant engagement.
- Maintained safety standards across all recreational facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
Teacher’s Assistant
Pentecostals of Hayward - Kid’s Jubilee
Hayward, CA
03.2020 - Current
- Supported classroom activities and maintained an organized learning environment.
- Assisted lead teacher with lesson planning and resource preparation.
- Implemented individualized student support strategies to enhance learning outcomes.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to facilitate improvement.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Taught lessons in my own skills such as arts, music, and personal safety
Assistant Patrol Leader
Scouts of America
Oakland, CA
11.2023 - 06.2025
- Led team in executing patrol operations, ensuring safety and security protocols were followed.
- Trained and mentored junior patrol members, enhancing team performance and cohesion.
- Developed and implemented strategies for incident response, improving overall reaction time.
- Analyzed patrol data to identify trends, contributing to informed decision-making processes.
- Also served as Librarian in 2022
Assistant Laborer
Construction Contractor Apprentice
Union City, CA
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Skillfully installed plumbing, tiling, and lighting systems within bathrooms.
- Operated machinery, including a jackhammer, to facilitate the construction task.
- Contributed to the installation of various electrical and plumbing systems throughout residential properties.
- Assisted in site preparation, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Operated various hand and power tools to support construction tasks effectively.
Education
No Degree - Psychology
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA01.2029
High School Diploma -
Bentley Upper
Lafayette, CA05-2025
Skills
- Proficient in Excel/Google Suite
- AI Literacy
- Proficient in Python
- Intermediate Spanish
- Customer Service
- Safety
- Staff management
- Guest relations
- Activity coordination
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Staff training
- Arts and crafts
Certification
- Mandated Reporter Certification, Pentecostals of Hayward - 2025
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Fashion and Style
- Strategy Games
- Baking
- Volunteering
- Creative Writing
- Acting and Theater
- Graphic Design
- Community Cleanup
Timeline
Recreation Specialist
Hayward Area Recreation and Park District
06.2025 - Current
Assistant Patrol Leader
Scouts of America
11.2023 - 06.2025
Assistant Laborer
Construction Contractor Apprentice
03.2022 - 06.2023
Teacher’s Assistant
Pentecostals of Hayward - Kid’s Jubilee
03.2020 - Current
No Degree - Psychology
University of San Francisco
High School Diploma -
Bentley Upper