Pedro Gonzales
Ypsilanti
Summary
Professional with solid background in guiding and mentoring youth. Skilled in conflict resolution, activity planning, and fostering positive environment. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring reliable support. Known for effective communication and genuine passion for helping others grow.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer counselor
Ann Arbor YMCA
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Worked with different age group of kids 5-14
- Good with parental communication
- Improved camp safety by conducting thorough inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Developed strong rapport with campers by maintaining open lines of communication and offering support when needed, ultimately leading to a positive experience for all involved in the summer program.
Teacher
Bahai Faith
5550 Morgan Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
03.2025 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Operation Structures Division
University of Michigan Solar Car Team
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
08.2023 - 05.2024
- CAD Design (NX, Fusion 360)
- Strong hands-on creating skills
- Strong communication ability, following and giving directions
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Soccer Coach
Ann Hua Chinese School
Ann Arbor, MI
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Lead a 11-year-old soccer team during summer (2023)
- Fostered a safe, positive environment for players to grow both athletically and personally through mentoring efforts.
- Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
- Engaged parents, players and staff to maintain open, constructive communications.
- Evaluated players' performance and provided constructive feedback to improve abilities.
Committee Member
Michigan Baha'i Holy Day Committee
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with fellow members to achieve consensus on key policy decisions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Provided insightful feedback on proposed initiatives, ensuring their successful implementation and sustainability.
- Maintained detailed documentation of committee meetings and decisions to ensure accountability within the group.
- Enhanced committee efficiency by streamlining meeting agendas and optimizing decision-making processes.
Volunteer Chinese Teacher
Ann Hua Chinese School
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Taught Chinese to a class of adults
- Organize Chinese holiday celebration events and wrote newspapers for the new year event
- Utilized effective teaching techniques and materials to implement established curriculum goals and objectives.
- Followed best practices of second language acquisition to design and implement sustainable Chinese program.
- Motivated students to develop competency in speaking, reading and writing Chinese by hosting cultural activities.
Education
High School -
Ann Arbor Huron High School
Ann Arbor, MI01.2024
Skills
- Bilingual
- Program leadership
- Team management
- Motivational leadership style
- CAD
Timeline
Teacher
Bahai Faith
03.2025 - Current
Soccer Coach
Ann Hua Chinese School
06.2024 - 08.2024
Summer counselor
Ann Arbor YMCA
01.2024 - 01.2024
Committee Member
Michigan Baha'i Holy Day Committee
01.2024 - 01.2025
Operation Structures Division
University of Michigan Solar Car Team
08.2023 - 05.2024
Volunteer Chinese Teacher
Ann Hua Chinese School
08.2022 - 06.2023
High School -
Ann Arbor Huron High School