Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Community Involvement
Certification
Training
Timeline
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Natalie Paiz

Natalie Paiz

Bellflower,CA

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Ymca Of Greater Long Beach
05.2023 - Current
    • Support in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate program for children and families to include environment, curriculum, and materials
    • Assisted in homework completion by learning the students subject matter, and also utilizing a variety of methods and techniques, such as lecture, discussion and supervised role-play in a positive environment
    • Model and promote positive behavior, attitude and language while developing positive conflict resolution skills among children, parents and staff
    • Planned and implemented organized play with students

Youth Education Specialist

Children Youth & Family Collaborative
06.2022 - Current
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes by using appropriate data gathering methods
  • Recruited, enrolled, and mentored 20 plus foster youth on academic and career goals
  • Orchestrated field trip for 20+ youth to CSU Channel Islands; liaised with Channel Island, Jordan, and CYFC staff to organize transportation, activities, and meals; foster youth reported 90% satisfaction rate
  • Collaborate with counselors, teachers, and administration to address youth behavioral and emotional barriers to education
  • Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles by collaborating with caregivers and school staff
  • Met with students on a weekly basis in order to develop executive functioning skills
  • Advocated for students to access available resources
  • Collaborated with special education team to ensure IEP goals are met
  • Met firm deadlines put in place by Children Youth and Family Collaborative and Los Angeles County Office of Education by applying results-driven and goal-oriented methodology to teaching initiatives

Tutoring Lab Coordinator

Operation Jump Start
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Redesigned and optimized struggling on-site tutoring program; increased enrollment by 50% and improved student performance
  • Developed and executed comprehensive STEM camp curriculum that included interactive coding challenges, team-building activities, and presentations from industry experts
  • Monitored student accountability and improvement through use of consistent collaboration with school and caregivers
  • Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success
  • Coordinated staff and student activities to promote safe and productive learning environment
  • Met with different organizations and colleges in order to facilitate student resources

After School Program Leader

ARC Experience
05.2021 - 03.2022
    • Planned and implemented engaging and educational activities for a diverse group of 10+ students, resulting in increased participation rates by 25%
    • Monitored and assessed student progress and provided individualized support and guidance, resulting in improved academic performance and self-confidence
    • Collaborated with parents and school staff to develop and maintain effective communication channels, ensuring cohesive and supportive learning environment.
    • Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.

Intern

El Nido Family Center
02.2021 - 05.2021
    • Counseled students regarding higher education issues such as courses and program selection
    • Prepared students for educational experiences by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.

Intern

Long Beach Blast
08.2020 - 12.2020
    • Mentored at promise youth by providing academic support and socio-emotional intervention.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
06.2021

Skills

  • Curriculum design
  • Student counseling
  • Communication skills
  • Student Engagement
  • Microsoft office
  • Google Suite
  • College Application Assistance
  • Financial Aid Application Assistance
  • Post-Secondary College and Career Exploration
  • Student Performance Evaluations
  • Student Records Management
  • Computer software's: SalesForce, Samaritan, Synergy, LRoix, Canva, Canvas

Community Involvement

2/2023-6/2023

CSULB Beach Nexus Alumni Mentoring Program

  • Peer support in various areas including but not limited to mock interviews, resume writing, and academic work

10/2005-8/2020

Franklin Middle School Volunteer

  • Assisted teachers by inputting grades, chaperoning field trips, and setting up classrooms for the upcoming school year
  • Collaborated in fundraising for the Wildcat Care Closet through DonorsChoose in order to purchase hygiene products, school supplies, and school uniforms for underprivileged students

9/2015-3/2019

United Friends of the Children Volunteer

  • Mentored at risk foster youth by providing support through their educational journey, which included researching their top colleges, college tours, and college application and financial aid support

Certification

  • CPR/First Aid Certification

Training

  • Child Abuse mandated reporter
  • School personnel mandated reporter
  • Sexual harassment
  • QPR Suicide prevention
  • Financial Aid
  • Foster Youth
  • California Dream Act
  • LQBTQ+ Competency

Timeline

Teacher

Ymca Of Greater Long Beach
05.2023 - Current

Youth Education Specialist

Children Youth & Family Collaborative
06.2022 - Current

Tutoring Lab Coordinator

Operation Jump Start
01.2022 - 08.2022

After School Program Leader

ARC Experience
05.2021 - 03.2022

Intern

El Nido Family Center
02.2021 - 05.2021

Intern

Long Beach Blast
08.2020 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

California State University, Long Beach
Natalie Paiz