Karen Beltran
San Diego,CA
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Children's Ministry Intern
Federal United Methodist Church
Chula Vista, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
- Lead lessons that engaged the kids in conversations along with arts and crafts
- Directed pre-school, toddler and infant services to provide comprehensive family support.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Helped organize events at the church such as the halloween festival and church dinners
- Took time to also help with assistance in the pre-school, when the classroom had to many kids.
Occasional Babysitter
My Own Work
Chula Vista, CA
06.2022 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Cared for children and completed associated tasks such as snack preparation and picking up toys, helping complete homework
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Provided distractions and calming methods when necessary, brought toys from home and provided safe and fun space.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
Tutor
San Diego Learning Center
Chula Vista, CA
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Created tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist students in area of study.
- Maintained tutoring records to adjust instruction and update parents on student progress.
Teacher's Assistant
Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Chula Vista, CA
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Collaborated with different groups of 4-5 and practiced out-loud reading, helped enhance reading skills.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts such as fluency and communication skills.
- Provided instructional support to students unable to attend regular classes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design Architecture
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2027
High School Diploma -
Eastlake High School
Chula Vista, CA06.2023
Skills
- Event Scheduling
- Program Planning
- Community Engagement
- Program Development
- Teaching
- Public Speaking
- Troubleshooting
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Parent Relationship Management
- Project Management
- Student Assessment
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Children's Ministry Intern
Federal United Methodist Church
09.2023 - Current
Tutor
San Diego Learning Center
01.2023 - 09.2023
Teacher's Assistant
Thurgood Marshall Elementary
09.2022 - 05.2023
Occasional Babysitter
My Own Work
06.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design Architecture
San Diego State University
High School Diploma -
Eastlake High School