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Sarah Herrera

Santa Ana,CA

Summary

Dedicated youth development professional with strengths in mentoring and program planning. Proven ability to foster positive and safe environments, facilitate engaging activities, and effectively communicate with diverse age groups, families and team members.

Overview

1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Development Professional

Boys and Girls Club of Huntington Valley
Huntington Beach, California
02.2023 - Current
  • Mentored children within Tk-6th grade by providing a safe and positive environment
  • Facilitated and planned STEM activities and recreational activities
  • Effectively communicated with families, students, and coworkers to maintain a welcoming and structured environment
  • Managed student behavior by using positive reinforcement, assisted with homework help, and adapted communication to different age groups

Customer Service Cashier

Ross Dress for Less
Santa Ana, California
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Handled customer complaints and resolved issues to ensure satisfaction.
  • Operated cash register and processed transactions efficiently.
  • Managed inventory by restocking shelves and organizing merchandise displays.

Mentor

Big Brother Big Sister of Orange County
Santa Ana, California
09.2018 - 03.2022
  • Conducted one-on-one mentoring sessions that allowed building a trusting relationship
  • Provided direction and encouragement to children in their developmental journey.
  • Provided guidance during homework sessions
  • Coordinated activities that sought fit to the student I was directing

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Child Development And Family Studies

Cal State University of Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Godinez Fundamental High School
Santa Ana, CA
05-2022

Skills

  • Youth mentoring and program planning
  • STEM activity planning
  • Classroom management
  • Team collaboration
  • Conflict resolution
  • Creative problem solving
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Computer literacy
  • Emotional intelligence

Certification

  • Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED 2026
  • Mandated Reporter 2026
  • ServSafe Food Handler 2026

Timeline

Youth Development Professional

Boys and Girls Club of Huntington Valley
02.2023 - Current

Customer Service Cashier

Ross Dress for Less
09.2022 - 02.2023

Mentor

Big Brother Big Sister of Orange County
09.2018 - 03.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Child Development And Family Studies

Cal State University of Long Beach

High School Diploma -

Godinez Fundamental High School
Sarah Herrera