Luz Matias
Melrose Park,IL
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong work ethic and exceptional patience, honed through tutoring at North Shore Adventist Academy. Proven ability to foster student confidence and enhance comprehension through tailored instruction. Skilled in problem-solving and clear communication, ensuring a supportive environment that promotes independent learning and emotional well-being. I am hard-working and am able to learn quickly and efficiently.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
Volunteer
Westchester Pantry
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
Tutor
North Shore Adventist Academy
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
Education
No Degree -
Proviso West High School
4701 Harrison St, Hillside, IL 60162 05-2027
No Degree - Pre-Law
Triton College
2000 5th Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 05-2027
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Following directions
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Dependability
- Professionalism and discretion
- Multitasking and organization
- Clear communication
- Attention to detail
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Babysitter
06.2025 - 07.2025
Volunteer
Westchester Pantry
12.2024 - 04.2025
Tutor
North Shore Adventist Academy
09.2021 - 12.2023
No Degree -
Proviso West High School
No Degree - Pre-Law
Triton College
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