Julia Garnica
Merced,CA
Summary
Dynamic individual with a proven experience enhancing resident well-being and educational outcomes through effective crisis intervention and emotional intelligence. Excelled in collaborative learning environments, significantly improving program efficiency and participant success. Skilled in analytical thinking and adaptability, consistently achieving strategic goals and fostering positive growth. Coordinated and diligent activity coordinator skilled in student behavior management and redirection. Supports faculty and classroom needs with proactive and diligent approach. Passionate about helping students and offers proven skills developed over 3-4 years of related experience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Aide
Sierra Vista Learning Center
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students needing additional assistance, improving their understanding of course material.
- Prepared supplementary materials for diverse learners, helping accommodate varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Contributed to a positive classroom environment by establishing rapport with students and addressing individual needs.
Residential Youth Counselor
Aspiranet
11.2017 - 02.2019
- Supported residents'' educational goals through tutoring, supervision during homework sessions, and advocating for necessary accommodations.
- Conducted intake assessments on new residents, accurately identifying needs and developing appropriate action plans in response.
- Promoted a safe living environment by enforcing house rules and monitoring resident behavior.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to assist residents in making positive choices towards personal growth.
- Maintained detailed case records, documenting interventions, progress reports, and pertinent observations regarding resident behaviors.
- Enhanced residents'' well-being by implementing individualized care plans and providing emotional support.
Care Giver for Day Program
Mentor Network
11.2016 - 06.2017
- Managed budgets and resources for optimal allocation, ensuring financial stability of the program.
- Established long-term strategic goals for the day program in collaboration with senior leadership, setting benchmarks for staff performance and program outcomes.
- Increased staff efficiency by providing ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans tailored to participant needs and goals.
Care Giver for Special Needs
Agnes Whiton Home
04.2014 - 05.2015
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Managed individualized goals and objectives for each student while maintaining accurate records of progress towards achieving them.
Education
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Merced Community College
Merced, CA05.2024
Associate of Arts - Social & Behavioral Science
Merced Community College
Merced, CA05.2024
Skills
- Student Needs Support
- Collaborative learning
- Group and individual instruction
- cultural competence
- Boundary setting
- public speaking
- crisis intervention
- emotional intelligence
- time management
- adaptability
- communication skills
- analytical skills
- team skills
Timeline
Instructional Aide
Sierra Vista Learning Center
12.2020 - 03.2021
Residential Youth Counselor
Aspiranet
11.2017 - 02.2019
Care Giver for Day Program
Mentor Network
11.2016 - 06.2017
Care Giver for Special Needs
Agnes Whiton Home
04.2014 - 05.2015
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Merced Community College
Associate of Arts - Social & Behavioral Science
Merced Community College