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Valery Hernandez

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

A friendly peer leader with years of mentoring and community-building experience. A helpful employee who provides information, guidance, and strategies for first-year students and STEM students. A team player who builds positive relationships with students, faculty, and staff to achieve the best results.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Recreational Peer Leader I

Canyon Country Community Center
Santa Clarita, California
09.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated activities and events to promote social interaction among participants.
  • Created a learning garden to enhance participants' understanding of biodiversity.
  • Developed training materials for workshops on leadership and teamwork skills.
  • Led initiatives aimed at boosting the confidence levels of participating children.
  • Promoted a positive environment by encouraging inclusivity and respect among peers.

Skills Lab Teaching Assistant

College of the Canyons
Santa Clarita, California
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Assisted in the preparation of materials for each lab session.
  • Collaborated with faculty to develop engaging educational activities for students.
  • Created a positive learning environment by encouraging active participation among students during the lab session.
  • Guided students through procedural tasks, reinforcing proper techniques and safety measures.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback on lab performance and understanding.
  • Organized and maintained lab equipment to ensure a safe learning environment.
  • Provided guidance to students on how to complete assigned activities correctly and efficiently during skill labs.

Biodiversity Research Internship

College of the Canyons
Santa Clarita, California
08.2024 - 01.2025
  • Developed a native garden to facilitate biodiversity research.
  • Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Reviewed scientific articles to substantiate research claims.
  • Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.

Education

Associate of Science - Biology

College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA
05-2025

Skills

  • Biodiversity research
  • Effective communication
  • Excellent communication
  • Lab safety procedures
  • Problem-solving
  • Professionalism
  • Student mentorship
  • Team leadership

Affiliations

  • Assistant Soccer Coach
  • Soccer Referee
  • Sports Medicine Assistant

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Skills Lab Teaching Assistant

College of the Canyons
01.2025 - 07.2025

Biodiversity Research Internship

College of the Canyons
08.2024 - 01.2025

Recreational Peer Leader I

Canyon Country Community Center
09.2022 - Current

Associate of Science - Biology

College of The Canyons