Mikayla Smith
Fresno,CA
Summary
Compassionate volunteer with significant experience in community outreach, fundraising, and event planning. Strong ability to collaborate with diverse groups, fostering positive relationships and promoting inclusive environments. Skilled in problem-solving, communication, and leadership with a record of driving successful initiatives to support underserved populations. Impactful contributions made towards improving community welfare through active involvement and dedication to service goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
English Tutor
Fresno City College Tutorial Center
Fresno, CA
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Built student confidence through positive reinforcement.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Provided feedback to students on their strengths, weaknesses, and progress.
- Guided students through the process of essay writing, from brainstorming to final edits.
- Reviewed class materials and discussed reading assignments, boosting comprehension.
- Established a positive rapport with students to motivate continuous learning and improvement.
- Gave personalized attention to each student during lessons.
Paid Volunteer
Central Valley Scholars
Fresno, California
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Helped students with their FAFSA forms via zoom and in person sessions
- Set up and attended workshops to help high school students register for college
- Helped organize the workplace to make it more efficient
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Receptionist
Fresno Powersports
Fresno, California
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Greeted customers and answered questions they had
- Answered phones and input customer information
- Worked with different computer systems such as Microsoft Excel
- Organized files
- Processed customer payments
Volunteer
Woodward Park Church of Christ
Fresno, California
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Worked in groups to feed the homeless
- Cleaned up the streets downtown
- Made food for families at Valley Children’s Ronald McDonald House
- Visited people who weren’t able to leave their homes and brought them cookies and visited with them
- Helped run a free car wash at the church building
Education
Associate of Science -
Clovis Community College
Fresno, CASkills
- Disability awareness
- Team collaboration
- California Driver's license
- Multitasking and organization
- Telephone etiquette
- Answering phones
- Clear communication
- Data entry
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Community service
- Positive attitude
- Organized and efficient
- Empathy and patience
- Computer skills
- Friendly and outgoing
Timeline
English Tutor
Fresno City College Tutorial Center
09.2024 - 12.2024
Paid Volunteer
Central Valley Scholars
07.2024 - 08.2024
Receptionist
Fresno Powersports
01.2022 - 12.2023
Volunteer
Woodward Park Church of Christ
01.2020 - 01.2022
Associate of Science -
Clovis Community College