Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Published in multiple volumes of school journal River's Voice in various genres
Languages
Timeline
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Jerry Valencia

La Puente,CA

Summary

Dynamic carpenter with a proven track record at Self Employed Services, excelling in framing and detailed craftsmanship. Adept at blueprint reading and worksite safety, I enhance project outcomes through meticulous attention to detail and effective problem-solving. Additionally, I foster student success as an English tutor, employing personalized strategies to elevate academic performance.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Carpenter

Self Employed Services
06.2012 - Current
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
  • Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.

English Tutor

Rio Hondo College
09.2010 - 05.2012
  • Enhanced students'' reading and writing skills by implementing interactive and engaging lesson plans.
  • Improved students' written and verbal English skills through personalized learning programs.
  • Taught students study techniques and strategies for succeeding on grammar and composition tests.
  • Developed personalized tutoring sessions based on student needs, leading to improved academic performance.
  • Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies Emphasis On Social Justice

Cal State University Los Angeles
05-2021

Associate of Arts - Communication Studies

Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CA
05-2018

Skills

  • Problem-solving using on the job training as well as math and writing skills learned upon returning to school
  • Attention to detail
  • Framing construction
  • Worksite safety
  • Hand and power tools
  • Measuring and cutting
  • Power tools proficiency
  • Blueprint reading

Published in multiple volumes of school journal River's Voice in various genres

I submitted entries in memoir, poetry, and fiction at Rio Hondo College.  In 2017 I won 1st place in fiction.  Also, in a story writing class given by Los Angeles Times columnist  Steve Lopez I was selected to have an article written about me by Mr. Lopez and publish in the Times. My fellow classmates voted to have me featured in the paper.

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Carpenter

Self Employed Services
06.2012 - Current

English Tutor

Rio Hondo College
09.2010 - 05.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies Emphasis On Social Justice

Cal State University Los Angeles

Associate of Arts - Communication Studies

Rio Hondo College
Jerry Valencia