VANESSA M. GARCIA
Houston,TX
Summary
Compassionate psychology graduate student pursuing an Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in School Psychology. Skilled in communication and collaboration, with a proven ability to support individuals and diverse teams. Passionate about mental health advocacy, especially for at-risk populations. Eager to contribute and grow within a collaborative, dynamic professional setting.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Pet Sitter
Rover
04.2020 - Current
- Established trusting relationships with pet owners and provided regular updates about their pet’s health
- Administered medications and treatments to pets as prescribed by veterinarians
Student Worker
University of Houston - Downtown
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive database of student records that ensured accuracy and security
- Maintained accurate student records and transcripts that ensured compliance with state and federal regulations
- Handled confidential information with discretion and tact, ensuring the privacy and security of sensitive documents
Education
GED -
Hastings High School
HoustonSpecialist - School Psychology
University of Houston - Clearlake
Houston05-2028
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston - Downtown
Houston07-2024
Skills
- Honest and trustworthy
- Positive attitude
- Punctual and reliable
- Flexible schedule
Internship
Child Advocate - Justice for Children 09/2024 - Present
- Recognized as Volunteer of the Month in November 2024 and February 2025
- Completed intake assessments to evaluate family and child needs.
- Maintained accurate case files and connected families with local resources.
- Identified critical issues and escalated complex cases to staff attorney for further action.
Timeline
Student Worker
University of Houston - Downtown
08.2023 - 04.2024
Pet Sitter
Rover
04.2020 - Current
GED -
Hastings High School
Specialist - School Psychology
University of Houston - Clearlake
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Houston - Downtown
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