Serena Chou
Aledo
Summary
Versatile and dynamic, with a proven track record at numerous companies, I excel in event planning and fostering strong relationships. Demonstrated leadership and critical thinking skills have significantly enhanced learning outcomes. Fluent in multiple languages, I adeptly bridge cultural gaps, ensuring inclusive and effective communication. Developed skills in collaborative and creative environment that required the use of interpersonal and organizational skills . Seeking to transition into new role where these transferable skills can make meaningful impact.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Piano Teacher
Aledo Music Academy
Aledo, TX
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with community organizations to bring real-world experiences and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
- Coordinated events to showcase student achievements.
- Established professional relationships that enhanced learning abilities for students and set the tone for effective and efficient communication.
- Communicated with parents regarding upcoming events and student progress.
- Developed personalized curriculum for each student to cater to their unique learning styles and needs.
- Established a supportive learning environment that promoted open communication between students, parents, and faculty members.
- Evaluated and graded student performance, homework assignments, and assessed skill levels of each individual.
- Maintained detailed records of attendance, progress reports, and performance evaluations in an organized and proficient manner.
Interior Design Intern
Haus of Blaylock
Fort Worth, TX
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Coordinated with manufacturers during beginning phases to ensure accurate implementation of interior design concepts flowed according to specifications provided.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with construction crews, project managers, and clients to achieve interior design goals.
- Maintained status reports for client projects.
- Prepared material boards for client presentations, showcasing selected fabrics, finishes, and color schemes cohesively.
- Gained hands-on experience in selecting furniture pieces, lighting fixtures, artwork, and accessories appropriate for each space''s aesthetic requirements while adhering to budget constraints.
- Participated in client meetings, taking detailed and cohesive notes to provide valuable input on solutions as needed.
- Analyzed and prepared reports and documents upon completion of inventory assessments.
- Assisted lead designer in creating visually appealing spaces for residential and commercial clients, resulting in an increase in project success rates.
Student Ministry Volunteer
Mission Arlington Mission Metroplex
Arlington, TX
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Assisted in curriculum development that effectively communicated key theological concepts in an age-appropriate manner ranging from elementary students to middle school students.
- Developed strong relationships with students and their families, fostering a sense of community within the ministry.
- Organized and led activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development in children such as games, arts and crafts and storytelling.
- Served as great role model for children by teaching how to learn, grow and serve as part of church.
- Maintained appropriate communication with parents regarding child activities and incidents.
Mission Trip Student Leader
Amazon Outreach
Manaus, Brazil
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with local organization to create meaningful connections between students and community members during outreach and service trips.
- Adapted plans as needed throughout the trip, demonstrating flexibility while maintaining focus on overall goals.
- Supported local communities through coordinating impactful service projects tailored to their needs.
- Promoted a growth mindset, encouraging continuous personal development throughout the mission experience.
- Enhanced mission trip experience by organizing and leading various team-building activities.
- Ensured safety of all participants by conducting thorough risk assessments prior to each activity.
- Fostered positive relationships among team members with effective communication and collaboration initiatives.
- Implemented a successful fundraising strategy to cover mission trip expenses, raising sufficient funds in a timely manner.
- Evaluated the success of each mission trip through post-trip debriefings and feedback surveys, leading to continuous improvement in program quality.
- Improved project efficiency by effectively allocating resources and managing budgets for service trip.
- Developed long-lasting connections between trip participants and local communities, fostering cultural understanding.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Lifeguard
Bearfoot
Aledo, TX
05.2021 - 09.2023
- Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with patrons.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently in regards to facility safety, CPR, First Aid, injury assessment, and spinal injury extractions.
- Improved response times by conducting thorough lifeguard drills and training sessions.
- Supported swim lesson instructors in providing quality instruction to students of all ages and skill levels.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Explained and demonstrated swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water.
- Paid attention to detail while on watch stand looking for swimmers in distress.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in lifeguarding and water safety education.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05-2028
High School Diploma -
Southwest Christian School
Fort Worth, TX05-2024
Skills
- Effective planning and coordination of events
- Strong communication skills
- Individual-team collaboration
- Adaptive learner and detail-driven
- Effective problem-solver
- Leadership qualities
- Critical thinking
- Accountable and productive
- Multilingual proficiency and cross-cultural communication
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Mission Trip Student Leader
Amazon Outreach
03.2024 - 03.2024
Piano Teacher
Aledo Music Academy
01.2024 - 05.2024
Interior Design Intern
Haus of Blaylock
08.2023 - 05.2024
Student Ministry Volunteer
Mission Arlington Mission Metroplex
05.2021 - 05.2024
Lifeguard
Bearfoot
05.2021 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs
Texas A&M University
High School Diploma -
Southwest Christian School