Kariangel Elizalde-Zavala

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• I helped with serving, taking orders, cleaning, and organizing for my family’s food business. What started as a way to help pay for my quince grew into something bigger, with supportive customers and some social media presence. I learned how to manage tasks, communicate with customers, and help the business run smoothly. I am no longer actively working there since starting at NAU, but the business is still run by my family.

• Collaborated with mentors to refine teaching strategies and improve classroom management.
• Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
• Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
• Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.

I taught kids about life skills and coping mechanisms. I attended Saturday trainings and helped plan agendas for weekly sessions. I worked with groups of children to guide discussions, lead activities, and support their personal growth. I was a participant from 2016 to 2021 before becoming a facilitator. This experience inspired me to pursue nursing because I realized I want to continue making a positive impact on others through my career.

• Collaborated with team members to streamline operations and improve workflow efficiency during peak hours.
• Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
• Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
• Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.

I took orders, helped customers, and worked with the team to keep things running smoothly. I learned how to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment and communicate clearly with both coworkers and customers.

*Prior to becoming a facilitator*

• Developed strong relationships with family and my facilitators through consistent communication about life skills and goals.
• Developed effective life plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
• I was a participant from 2016 to 2021 before becoming a facilitator.