VALERIA N. ARMENTA
Berkeley,CA
Summary
Aspiring educator committed to serving diverse and marginalized communities. Experienced in literacy instruction, child-centered mentorship, communication-focused roles, and leadership within educational organizations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Usher
Hertz Hall
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted patrons with seating arrangements and event inquiries.
- Monitored audience behavior to ensure compliance with venue policies.
- Collaborated with event staff to facilitate smooth operational flow.
- Set up and dismantled event-related equipment as needed.
BUILD Director
BUILD Reading Program
02.2025 - Current
- Lead weekly team meetings on literacy strategies and culturally responsive pedagogy.
- Mentor tutors to provide inclusive and effective literacy support.
- Conduct one-on-one reading sessions supporting accuracy, fluency, and comprehension.
- Participate in instructional trainings on differentiation and literacy pedagogy.
- Led and conducted a training on diversity and representation in children's literature.
Editorial Writer
Her Campus
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Produce articles and collaborate in content development.
- Developed engaging content tailored for target audience, enhancing reader engagement and retention.
- Collaborated with editorial team to refine article pitches, ensuring alignment with brand voice and mission.
- Researched trending topics and current events to inform article development and maintain relevance.
Staff Writer
The Daily Californian
01.2024 - Current
- Pitch and write structured, research-based stories.
- Developed engaging articles on campus issues, enhancing reader understanding and community involvement.
- Collaborated with editors to refine content, ensuring consistency in style and voice across publications.
- Conducted in-depth research to support feature stories, providing well-informed perspectives for readers.
Ticketing Staff
Cal Athletic Ticket Office
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Support ticketing inquiries and event logistics.
- Processed ticket sales and transactions using advanced ticketing software.
- Managed customer inquiries and provided support for ticket-related issues.
- Assisted in event coordination by preparing ticketing materials and resources.
Editorial Writer
GAG Magazine
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Develop story concepts and contribute editorial writing.
- Edited drafts for clarity, grammar, and style consistency, improving overall quality of published works.
Office Assistant
Thermal Inc. Structures
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Organize records and process invoices.
- Managed scheduling and appointments, ensuring optimal time management for executives.
- Developed and maintained filing systems to improve information retrieval and organization.
Education
B.A. - English & Social Welfare
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA05-2026
Skills
- Literacy Instruction
- Child Mentoring
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Writing & Communication
- Leadership
- Organization
- Culturally Responsive Teaching
- Strong work ethic
LEADERSHIP & CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
- Sigma Pi Alpha Sorority, Inc., Promote higher education for Latinx youth and engage in community service efforts.
- Berkeley Fiction Review, Staff Member, Read, critique, and evaluate fiction submissions collaboratively.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
BUILD Director
BUILD Reading Program
02.2025 - Current
Editorial Writer
Her Campus
08.2024 - 12.2025
Staff Writer
The Daily Californian
01.2024 - Current
Editorial Writer
GAG Magazine
08.2023 - 12.2023
Office Assistant
Thermal Inc. Structures
04.2023 - 07.2023
Ticketing Staff
Cal Athletic Ticket Office
01.2023 - 10.2024
Event Usher
Hertz Hall
08.2022 - Current
B.A. - English & Social Welfare
University of California, Berkeley