Thomas Hopkin
Newport Beach,CA
Summary
Developed key skills in leadership and active listening within collaborative environment. Excel in identifying individual strengths and tailoring guidance to support personal and professional growth. Seeking to transition into new field where these skills can drive positive outcomes.
Offered strong foundation in communication and relationship-building, with keen ability to listen and provide constructive feedback. Brings aptitude for understanding diverse perspectives and adapting mentoring strategies accordingly. Ready to use and develop interpersonal and coaching skills in Mentoring role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Mentor Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Central Orange Coast
Irvine, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Organize age appropriate activities to run after school programs based on a weekly schedule.
- Mentor youth ages 7-11 by providing guidance, emotional support and positive role modeling.
- Foster a welcoming environment that encourages confidence, curiosity, and personal expression.
- Manage a classroom of 20+ members, maintaining a structured, safe, and developmentally supportive environment.
Coach
Scats Gymnastics
Huntington Beach, CA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Facilitated recreational games and movement-based activities that kept campers active and excited to play.
- Supported camp observations by assisting staff with transitions, behavior guidance, and group management.
- Led fun and engaging arts-and-craft projects that encouraged creativity and hands-on exploration.
Education
Bachelor of science - Child development and Adolescent Studies
California State University, Fullerton
12-2027
Associates Degree - Psychology
Orange Coast College, Costa Mesa
03-2025
Skills
- Language: Fluent in Portuguese, English and Conversational Spanish
- Computer: Google drive (Gemini, Sheets, Slides, Docs, Classroom) Zoom, ChaptGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Soundtrap, FL Studio and SUNO AI
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective leadership
- Team collaboration
- Organization
RELATED COURSEWORK
- Elements of Professional Communication
- Child, Family and Community
- Sociology
- Theories and Techniques of Counseling
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Mentor Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Central Orange Coast
02.2023 - Current
Coach
Scats Gymnastics
05.2022 - 08.2022
Associates Degree - Psychology
Orange Coast College, Costa Mesa
Bachelor of science - Child development and Adolescent Studies
California State University, Fullerton