Kaitlynn Pedraza
Tulare,CA
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista
Starbucks
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean, organized workspace to enhance productivity and safety.
- Promoted welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers and addressing needs promptly.
- Fostered positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues to ensure satisfaction.
- Operated espresso machines, blenders, and commercial coffee brewers efficiently.
- Trained new employees on coffees, teas, and merchandise for improved service.
- Adhered to strict food hygiene regulations to minimize contamination risks.
Teacher's Assistant
Internship
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Retail Sales Associate
Rue 21
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
- Collaborated with team members to meet and exceed monthly sales targets consistently.
- Trained new employees in sales techniques and store procedures, improving team effectiveness.
- Managed cash register, ensuring accurate transactions and safeguarding against losses.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA05-2027
High School Diploma -
Mission Oak High School
Tulare, CA06-2025
Skills
- Employee training
- Classroom management
- Cash handling
- Friendly and outgoing
- Exceptional customer service
- Enthusiastic team player
- Flexible and adaptable
- Cash register operation
Certification
- Safe Food Handling Certificate - National Restaurant Association.
Timeline
Barista
Starbucks
10.2024 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Internship
08.2024 - 06.2025
Retail Sales Associate
Rue 21
11.2023 - 03.2024
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
College of The Sequoias
High School Diploma -
Mission Oak High School