Melanie Manriquez-Alfaro
Forest Grove High School
2
Languages
5
years of professional experience
Patient and organized professional with experience in tutoring and classroom support. Good communication skills and puts effort into what I do. Professional with a background in customer interactions and service solutions. communication, and problem-solving, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty. Effective team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently focused on achieving results through efficient and empathetic service. Known for reliability and proactive approach to meeting customer and organizational goals.
Work History
Elementary School Tutor
1 Year 11 Months- Fostered a positive learning environment, encouraging student engagement and participation.
- Assisted students in understanding complex concepts through tutoring sessions.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Maintained a safe and orderly classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lessons.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their writing and problem-solving skills.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
Food Pantry Volunteer
1 Year 11 Months- Coordinated inventory management to ensure availability of essential food items.
- Implemented efficient procedures for sorting and packaging food donations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in pantry area to enhance operational efficiency.
- Sorted, stocked and organized shelves with food for easy access by other volunteers.
- Enhanced pantry efficiency by organizing food items and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Contributed to a welcoming environment with compassionate customer service for pantry visitors.
- Greeted community members upon arrival to create a welcoming environment.
- Demonstrated adaptability by stepping into various roles as needed during shifts at the food pantry.
- Assembled food packages for outside distribution and loaded into transport vehicles.
Babysitter
4 Years 6 Months- Supervised children during playtime, ensuring safety and engagement in activities.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks tailored to children's dietary needs.
- Organized games that promoted fun and social development.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's behavior and daily activities.
- Developed creative solutions for resolving conflicts between children.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for all activities.
- Provided emotional support to children, fostering a nurturing environment for growth.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up playroom.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Planned fun outings and activities to keep children entertained.
- Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
- Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
- Provided first aid and care during emergencies, ensuring child safety at all times.
- Maintained open communication with parents about daily activities, behaviors, and concerns.
- Negotiated conflict between children, teaching resolution skills and empathy.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
Cafe Barista
5 Months- Prepared and served high-quality beverages to students and staff, ensuring excellent customer service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of cafe workspace, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Managed cash register operations, accurately handling transactions and balancing daily sales reports.
- Trained new baristas on beverage preparation techniques and customer service protocols, fostering team efficiency.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting each guest warmly upon arrival while anticipating their needs throughout their visit.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open communication and fostering teamwork among staff members.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring high standards of hygiene and safety for both staff and customers.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
Office Assistant
2 Months- Assisted with daily administrative tasks, ensuring smooth office operations.
- Organized church events, coordinating logistics and materials for successful execution.
- Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
- Maintained accurate records of donations and parishioner information using database software.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing professional and courteous front desk support.
Teacher's Assistant /Bilingual Teacher
8 Months- Assisted lead teacher in preparing lesson materials and classroom activities.
- Supported individual student learning through personalized attention and encouragement.
- Monitored student behavior and provided feedback to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement classroom management strategies effectively.
- Translated what the teacher said in spanish into english to so students who don't understand spanish since it's a bilingual class.
- Communicated with parents regarding student progress and classroom events.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Collaboration and teamwork
Encouragement techniques
customer service
Positive reinforcement
Growth mindset
Customer relations
Giving my effort into things
Accomplishments
food handler card
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Office Assistant
St.Anthony of Pauda Catholic Church
03.2026 - 05.2026Read More
Cafe Barista
Forest Grove High School
01.2026 - 06.2026Read More
Elementary School Tutor
Echo Shaw Elementary/ Cornelius Elementary
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
Food Pantry Volunteer
Forest Grove High School
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
Teacher's Assistant /Bilingual Teacher
St.Anthony of Pauda Catholic Parish Church
09.2023 - 05.2024Read More
Babysitter
Family/ Family Friends
01.2022 - 07.2026Read More
Forest Grove High School
High School Diploma
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