Joshua Salinas
Mcallen
Summary
Instructor skilled in creating engaging learning experiences and fostering teamwork across educational and retail settings. Proven ability to enhance student understanding and customer satisfaction through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
instructor 2
City of Mcallen Parks and Recreation
McAllen
04.2024 - Current
- Helped students understand difficult concepts with hands-on learning and group projects.
- Facilitated group activities and discussions.
- Provided feedback to students to enhance academic growth.
Sales Associate
Cavenders
McAllen
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Facilitated product selection for customers through expert recommendations.
- Maintained store cleanliness and organized displays to optimize presentation.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall customer service experiences.
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues promptly and professionally.
Restaurant Waiter
The Blue Onion
McAllen
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions focusing on particular areas of need.
- Provided attentive service by promptly taking orders, delivering food and beverages, and resolving customer concerns.
- Greeted patrons at assigned tables and promptly addressed questions and requests.
- Assisted customers in selecting menu items to enhance dining experience.
- Managed multiple tables during peak hours, ensuring timely service and customer satisfaction.
- Operated cash register and POS to handle purchases, refunds, and exchanges for customers.
- Organized merchandise displays to promote higher levels of customer engagement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mcallen Memorial High school
Mcallen, TX, US06-2024
Certification in Firefighter -
South Texas College
Mcallen, TX, USSkills
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Instructional strategies
- Assessment strategies
- Classroom presentation
- Student engagement
- Ongoing learning
- Collaborative team player
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Strong communication skills
Certification
- Certified Structural Firefighter- Issued through TCFP
- Emergency Medical Responder License- Issued through American Red Cross
Timeline
Sales Associate
Cavenders
02.2025 - 12.2025
instructor 2
City of Mcallen Parks and Recreation
04.2024 - Current
Restaurant Waiter
The Blue Onion
04.2023 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
Mcallen Memorial High school
Certification in Firefighter -
South Texas College