Maria Flores Gallegos
Bennett,CO
Summary
I am a Mexican-American research assistant born in Mexico and moved to the United States at the age of 13. I am a proud first generation student, who loves her roots and her community. Bicultural and bilingual in English and Spanish. Education and research have become one of my greatest passions. I hope that with my contribution to research I can help making this world a better place. Dedicated to helping others and being there for and with them. I always bring positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Service Entry Professional
ACCORDS
04.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Dinner Service Volunteer
Judi's House
07.2025 - Current
- Contributed to the success of environmental initiatives by participating in clean-up events and promoting recycling efforts.
- Assist with setting up all items & meals needed for when dinner is going tobe served.
- Contribute to serve provided meals for families attending Judi's House
- Help cleaning up after the meal.
Production Research Leader
Image Production West Inc
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed training programs to mentor staff on best practices and improve overall team performance.
- Implemented process improvements that increased productivity and reduced turnaround times for projects.
- Facilitated regular meetings to align team goals with organizational objectives and ensure clear communication.
Early Childhood Education Center Volunteer
Florence Crittenton Services
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Assisted ECE Center teachers and provided warm and responsive care to infants and toddlers.
- Helped holding infants and took care of them (feeding, play, rocked, read books, sing songs, etc)
- Completed 3 online trainings which were focused on understanding child's development and their safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Regis University
Denver, CO05-2022
A Postsecondary, Non-degree Certificate Or Diploma - Certified Nursing Assistant
CEC Early College
Denver, CO05-2018
High School Diploma -
Denver Center For International Studies At Montbello
Denver, CO05-2018
Skills
- Biocultural
- Bilingual (English & Spanish)
- Creativity and innovation
- Positive attitude
- Cross-cultural sensitivity
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Organized and efficient
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Community service
- Team collaboration
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Self-motivation
- Translation
- Manufacturing
- Analytical skills
- Data entry
- Community engagement
- Documentation and reporting
- Public speaking
- Friendly and outgoing
- Clear communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Teamwork
- Active listening
- Emotional awareness
- Professionalism
- Analytical thinking
- Thanatology awareness
- Mental Health awareness
Accomplishments
- Collaborated as co-author in the development of Mexican American Fathers' Perceptions on Participating in Research on Families.
- Collaborated as co-author in the development of Parental Sleep Knowledge and Toddler Sleep: Association with Cultural Values and Acculturation Among Mexican American Families
- Collaborated as co-author in the development of Mothers and Fathers Beliefs about Bedtime Screen Use and Toddlers Sleep in Mexican American Families
- Collaborated as co-author in the development of Similarities and differences in beliefs about bed-sharing: A comparison of Mexican American mothers and fathers with toddlers
- Collaborated as co-author in the development of Similarities and Differences in Maternal and Paternal Bed-Sharing Beliefs in Mexican American Couples with Toddlers | SLEEP 2024 June 2024 • Poster presented at the SLEEP 2024 conference poster session
- Collaborated as co-author in the development of Screen use at bedtime: Parental beliefs in Mexican American families. Poster presented at the Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) Annual Winter Pediatric Research Poster Session, Children’s Hospital Colorado, December 2023
- Collaborated as co-author in the development of Paternal beliefs about co-sleeping in Mexican American families. Poster presented at the Colorado Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CCTSI) Annual Winter Pediatric Research Poster Session, Children’s Hospital Colorado, December 2023
- Collaborated as co-author in the development of Toddler Sleep and Maternal Sleep-Related Toddler Feeding Practices and Beliefs Among Mexican American Families: Acculturation, Generation, and Food Insecurity
- Completed a Healthy Parenting Course
- Completed a course: Love Yourself Without Limits
- Collaborating with therapist/writer in the development of writing a book.
Certification
- A Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Mental health
- Thanatology
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
- A lover of philosophy
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- Empower women
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Interior Design
- Sharing recipes, cooking tips, and culinary experiences through blogs and social media platforms
- Dance
- Fashion
- Writing
- Volunteer Work
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
Timeline
Dinner Service Volunteer
Judi's House
07.2025 - Current
Research Service Entry Professional
ACCORDS
04.2023 - Current
Production Research Leader
Image Production West Inc
05.2021 - 03.2023
Early Childhood Education Center Volunteer
Florence Crittenton Services
08.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Regis University
A Postsecondary, Non-degree Certificate Or Diploma - Certified Nursing Assistant
CEC Early College
High School Diploma -
Denver Center For International Studies At Montbello
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