Valentina Pasquariello
RI
Summary
Motivated Psychology Major experienced in youth development, caregiving, and counseling. Delivered calm, evidence-informed behavior guidance while maintaining a safe, welcoming environment. Contributed to service reliability in customer-facing retail roles.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Development Professional
Boys And Girls Club Of Warwick
Warwick, Rhode Island
02.2025 - Current
- Facilitated engaging after-school activities that fostered positive youth development.
- Provided mentoring and daily encouragement to youth through active listening and emotional support.
- Approached conflicts and crises calmly and professionally.
- Supervised youth during recreation, homework help, and meal periods.
- Guided youth behavior in alignment with Boys & Girls Club rules and expectations.
- Maintained safe and organized club environments for youth.
Sales Associate
The Paper Store
Cranston, Rhode Island
07.2024 - Current
- Guided customers through purchases and transactions to enhance satisfaction. Operated cash register, handled card and cash payments, as well as returns. Restocked merchandise. Maintained a clean and organized workplace. Assisted with sales and promotions. Resolved customer concerns to maintain positive shopping experiences.
- Assisted customers with gift selection and product knowledge on specialty retail floor.
- Operated POS register, processed sales, returns, and exchanges with accuracy.
- Wrapped gifts and prepared merchandise for premium customer presentation.
Sales Associate
Aeropostale
Cranston, Rhode Island
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided great customer service by explaining product features, increasing sales, building loyalty, and giving fashion tips. Used product knowledge to help customers find what they need. Performed daily tasks, including closing the store and opening it.
- Demonstrated positivity and professionalism, worked well with the team, and showed respect, integrity, teamwork, compassion, accountability, and inclusivity.
- Assisted customers with product selection and friendly service on the sales floor.
- Processed transactions using point-of-sale systems and handled cash accurately.
- Wrapped gifts and prepared purchases with care for The Paper Store shoppers.
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT INTERN
Western Hills Middle School
Cranston, USA
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with teachers to develop lesson plans and prepare educational materials.
- Provided support to students by addressing their questions and concerns during class.
- Supported teacher by managing classroom tasks such as correcting papers and organizing worksheets.
- Aided teachers in managing student behavior and supervising classroom activities.
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT INTERN
CCAP Child Development Center
Cranston, USA
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and document coordination, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teachers' lesson delivery.
- Partnered with a teacher to plan and implement lessons following the school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
- Participated in lesson planning and curriculum implementation, enhancing the efficiency of lesson delivery.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Supported teachers in behavior management and supervised students, ensuring a safe and focused classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, Rhode Island, RI05-2027
High School -
Cranston High School West
Cranston, RI05-2023
Skills
- Youth Engagement
- Youth Mentorship
- Educational Facilitation
- Emotional Support
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Adaptability
- Creative thinking
- Tech Savvy
- Analytical
- Detail-oriented
- Customer Service
- Research
Relevent Course Work
Introduction to Counseling - 2026
Substance Use Prevention - 2026
Applied Behavior Analysis and Remediation - 2026
Physiological Psychology - 2025
Timeline
Youth Development Professional
Boys And Girls Club Of Warwick
02.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
The Paper Store
07.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Aeropostale
07.2023 - 01.2024
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT INTERN
Western Hills Middle School
09.2022 - 06.2023
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT INTERN
CCAP Child Development Center
09.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Rhode Island
High School -
Cranston High School West