MICHELLE ESPINOZA
Wade Carpenter Middle School
Rio Rico,AZ
4
Languages
5
years of professional experience
Psychology graduate from the University of Arizona with a strong background in educational interventions, program support, and client service. Fast learner who completed her degree in under two years while working full-time. Fully bilingual (English/Spanish) and skilled in record-keeping, data tracking, and team communication. Looking to apply my background in human development and psychology to roles in education, human services, or organizational administration
Work History
Teacher's Aide
1 Year 8 Months- Provided targeted reading interventions to Special Education and SEI students to improve reading comprehension and fluency.
- Collaborated with Structured Literacy teachers and support staff to implement individualized instructional strategies.
- Assisted in adapting learning activities to meet students' diverse academic needs.
- Fostered a positive and supportive learning environment that encouraged student growth and engagement.
- Monitored student progress by collecting, analyzing, and maintaining weekly performance data.
- Maintained accurate student records while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with program guidelines.
- Implemented lesson plans to ensure effective student engagement and comprehension.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Cashier and Customer Service
1 Year 1 Month- Provided friendly and efficient customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, purchases, returns, and exchanges.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, purchases, returns, and exchanges to enhance overall shopping experience.
- Stocked shelves, organized merchandise, and maintained an attractive sales floor.
- Monitored inventory and replenished products, ensuring consistent product availability for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to meet sales targets and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Cashier
2 Years- Greeted customers and provided prompt, courteous assistance throughout their shopping experience.
- Operated the point-of-sale (POS) system to process purchases, payments, refunds, and exchanges accurately.
- Answered customer questions and recommended products based on their needs.
- Balanced cash register at the end of shifts and followed company policies for cash handling.
- Assisted with opening and closing duties, including cleaning and preparing the store for daily operations.
- Worked effectively with team members to maintain efficient store operations and high customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
- Completed degree requirements in under two years while working full-time.
- Minors in Educational Psychology | Human Development and Family Science.
- Liberal Arts
Skills
Time management
Bilingual
Teamwork
Problem Resolution
Instructional support
Individual student assistance
Relationship building
LANGUAGES
English
Fluent
Spanish
Fluent
Timeline
Teacher's Aide
Wade Carpenter Middle School
09.2024 - 05.2026Read More
Cashier and Customer Service
dd's DISCOUNTS
08.2023 - 09.2024Read More
Cashier
Walmart
01.2021 - 01.2023Read More
Pima Community College
from Liberal Arts
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University of Arizona
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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