Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Maya Ortega

Department of Psychology, CSUF
Norwalk,CA
7
years of professional experience

Psychology graduate student who is passionate about college-level teaching and research. Experience in assisting professors, mentoring students (high school & college) as a TA/UCA, and participating as a presenter in regional conferences like SCCUR. Skilled in guiding students, analyzing data, and presenting research findings. Looking for experiences to gain leadership and strengthen my skills as a future educator.

Work History

Assistant Teacher

5 Months
Department of Psychology, CSUF | 08.2024 - 01.2025

Collaborated with lead teacher to assess student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly. Provided individualized support to students, such as holding office hours two days out of the week. Supported administrative tasks, including attendance tracking and grading assignments and exams.

Tutor

9 Months
Santa Fe High School | 08.2021 - 05.2022

Collaborated with students in the 10th and 11th grades to with help on completing homework assignments and tutoring. Explained the importance of strong study habits that they can develop. Discussed educational goals with, such as going to college or taking classes students could possibly take in high school.

Volunteer

7 Months
Studebaker Elementary School | 10.2017 - 05.2018

Volunteered at Studebaker Elementary School in their after school program. Helped 2nd and 5th graders at Think Together with homework and led exercise drills during outdoor break. Supported staff with any required paperwork and helped organize the Think Together classrooms.

Education

Bachelor's - Psychology

Cal State University, Fullerton (CSUF) | Fullerton, CA | 01-2026

Associate's - Psychology

Rio Hondo College | Whittier | 01-2024

High School Diploma

Santa Fe High School | Santa Fe Springs | 01-2022

Skills

Teaching strategies
Behavior modeling
Professional development
Time management
Instructional techniques
Classroom management
Adaptability

AWARDS

CSUF, Received the Dean's Honor List on behalf of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Timeline

Assistant Teacher

Department of Psychology, CSUF
08.2024 - 01.2025Read More

Tutor

Santa Fe High School
08.2021 - 05.2022Read More

Volunteer

Studebaker Elementary School
10.2017 - 05.2018Read More

Santa Fe High School

High School Diploma
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Rio Hondo College

Associate's from Psychology
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Cal State University, Fullerton (CSUF)

Bachelor's from Psychology
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Maya Ortega