Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Honors And Affiliations
Selected Projects And Community Engagement
Professional Development And Training
Timeline
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Xochitl Baca

Ontario,California

Summary

Community health worker and instructional design graduate student with a strong foundation in public health, education, and community engagement. Experienced in building connections across diverse communities, creating accessible learning tools, and supporting individuals in navigating health and social systems. Passionate about equity, cultural organizing, and developing educational strategies that empower learners and communities.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Student Assistant – ASUA Tutoring

CSUSB
San Bernardino, California
06.2024 - Current

• Presented workshops on study skills, time management, and academic success strategies.

• Provided one-on-one and group tutoring support, helping students strengthen learning habits and confidence.

• Partnered with faculty and staff to align tutoring resources with course needs and student goals.

Community Health Worker

Community Health Worker
Ontario, CA
  • Delivered health education and culturally responsive resources to individuals and families in the Inland Empire.
  • Connected community members with healthcare, housing, and food resources to improve overall well-being.
  • Advocated for health equity by addressing barriers to access and providing trauma-informed support.
  • Partnered with local organizations to strengthen outreach and build trust within underserved communities.

Instructional Design Projects

STEMnation Test Kitchen
  • Masters project
  • Designed interactive instructional modules and storyboards using the Dick & Carey model.
  • Developed engaging learning assets (infographics, quizzes, and interactive games) accessible to diverse learners.
  • Collaborated with peers and faculty to evaluate instructional effectiveness and accessibility.

Volunteer & Community Projects

Lopez Urban Farm
Pomona, California
  • Supported creation of QR-coded tours and tree identification resources to enhance local environmental education.
  • Assisted with farm-based community engagement activities, bridging sustainability, health, and education.
  • Partnered with volunteers to develop place-based educational tools for youth and families.

Education

M.A. - Instructional Design & Technology

California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA
05-2026

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA
05.2024

Associate of Science - Allied Health

Barstow Community College
Barstow, CA

A.A. - Gerontology

Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Skills

  • Data storytelling & visualization
  • Instructional design & learning technology
  • Community outreach & cultural organizing
  • Public health advocacy & education
  • Accessible learning strategies
  • Program evaluation & facilitation

Honors And Affiliations

  • San Manuel Tribal Scholarship recipient
  • Active volunteer with community health and sustainability initiatives (Ontario, CA)
  • Member, academic and professional networks in instructional design and public health

Selected Projects And Community Engagement

  • STEMnation Test Kitchen: developed instructional content on cultural and culinary traditions to support CTE learners.
  • Casa Pitzer community engagement: collaborated with organizers, artists, and activists on equity-driven initiatives.

Professional Development And Training

Cultural Organizing Train-the-Trainer, Highlander Center x CASA Pitzer, 07/25, Completed week-long training in cultural organizing, popular education, theatre of the oppressed, intergenerational organizing, and language justice. Strengthened skills in facilitation, coalition building, and community-centered advocacy.

Timeline

Instructional Student Assistant – ASUA Tutoring

CSUSB
06.2024 - Current

Community Health Worker

Community Health Worker

Instructional Design Projects

STEMnation Test Kitchen

Volunteer & Community Projects

Lopez Urban Farm

M.A. - Instructional Design & Technology

California State University, San Bernardino

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

California State University, San Bernardino

Associate of Science - Allied Health

Barstow Community College

A.A. - Gerontology

Chaffey College