Leah Gonzalez
San Marcos
Summary
I am a pre-nursing student at Texas State with experience in customer service and education—proven ability to create engaging learning activities and implement effective classroom management strategies as an After-School Teacher. Strong skills in communication, teamwork, and time management developed through roles as a teacher's assistant and in retail. Eager to contribute to diverse opportunities while continuously learning from professionals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
After-School Teacher
CDC
Austin
08.2025 - Current
- Supervised group of 10-15 children in after school program, ensuring safety and engagement during activities.
- Supervised children during recreational activities and homework sessions.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions and enhance classroom dynamics.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans to reduce negative behaviors.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and needs.
- Organized educational materials and resources for daily lessons.
- Planned team building activities to encourage respect and cooperation among peers.
- Implemented classroom rules and regulations in order to maintain order during class time.
Teacher Assistant
GOD'S GRACE LEARNING CENTER
Tomball
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Facilitated mastery of learning concepts through targeted one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Assisted teachers in developing and implementing lesson plans for diverse learners.
- Enhanced classroom management by fostering a positive and structured learning environment.
- Encouraged active participation in tasks, promoting independence and critical thinking while ensuring engagement.
- Prepared instructional materials and resources for daily classroom activities.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding child progress and needs.
Sales Associate
American Eagle Outfitters
Houston
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Greeted customers and guests in a friendly manner
- Assisted 20 customers and guests daily, ensuring a positive shopping experience
- Processed customer transactions efficiently, contributing to smooth store operations
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, enhancing overall customer satisfaction
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Clarified customer questions to enhance understanding of products and services.
- Communicated with customers over the phone
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Maintained store presentation by organizing merchandise and ensuring cleanliness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas State University-San Marcos
San Marcos, TX08-2028
Skills
- Childcare
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Child supervision
- Communication skills
- Bilingual
- Spanish
- Customer service
- Sales
- Retail sales
- Cash handling
- Cashiering
- Phone etiquette
- Driving
- Computer Skills
- Merchandising
- CPR
- CMA
- CCMA
- Medical terminology
- Patient care
- Multitasking
- Health education
- Multitasking
- Student engagement
Certification
- CPR Certification, 08/01/25, 08/31/27
- CCMA Certification, 04/01/24, 04/30/26
Languages
Fluent, Expert
Additional Information - Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
After-School Teacher
CDC
08.2025 - Current
Teacher Assistant
GOD'S GRACE LEARNING CENTER
05.2023 - 08.2024
Sales Associate
American Eagle Outfitters
05.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas State University-San Marcos