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com

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OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position: that I can utilize my excellent interpersonal skills and knowledge of developmental
psychology to promote an active learning environment for secondary grade students while creating an
environment that students can reach their full potential.

EDUCATION

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ

Interdisciplinary Studies-English & Psychology Degree in Progress

California State University Monterey Bay, Seaside, CA

Psychology Major

Rancho Cucamonga High School, Rancho Cucamonga, CA High School Diploma

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Great attention to detail with accuracy

Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Skilled in completing manual and computerized forms and shipping documents
Quick learner who can easily adapt to new responsibilities
Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Cooperative and dependable
Multi-task, motivated, hard worker
Collaborates easily with coworkers and works well independently
Compassionate
Accurate
Efficient
Adaptable
Works well under pressure

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Olive Garden San Bernardino, CA

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Server September 2015-
Present
Greets guests and communicate their needs
Courteous, friendly, and professional at all times
Efficient in Point of Sales System (POS)
Excellent money management skills

California Pizza Kitchen Monterey, CA

Hostess February 2015 - May

Lead hostess; based on my outstanding leadership skills

Always provided a welcoming demeanor
Provided assistance and/or support services when needed

Plumes Coffee House Monterey, CA

Barista January 2015 - March

Greeted all customers with fast, friendly, personalized service and develops a rapport with
customers by learning their names, favorite drinks and food items
Responded proactively to prevent customer service situations
Accurately rangs sales orders into cash register and counts back change to customers in a
courteous and friendly manner
Answered customer questions regarding coffee blends, preparation, and product freshness
Maintained efficient, friendly service

Forever 21 Monterey, CA
Cashier/ Sales Associate/Accessory Specialist October 2012-December 2014

Cross sold merchandise and cash handling

Assisted customers with product selection and queries
Investigated and resolved customer complaints
Managed shelf stocking and pricing activities

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE

Aspiranet Foster and Family Agency

Volunteer January 2013-Present

Assists staff with special event preparation

Files confidential documents
Shreds confidential documents
Provides potential foster parents with informational knowledge on how to become a
foster parent
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Assists foster parents with up-to-date knowledge on how to maintain foster parent status

SlutWalk DC March at California State University Monterey Bay

Coordinator August 2012-May 2015

Coordinated with classmates to organize the annual march to protest against explaining or
excusing rape by referring to any aspect of a woman's appearance or sexuality
Created a subcategory of a famous protesting march for women of all ages by creating
scarlet As for the protestors explaining why they joined our movement
Assisted in recruitment and table vending to promote the cause by providing educational
information
Participated in the walk and other projects that was led by the same group to promote
womens rights

Multi-Cultural and Enrichment President

Head Coordinator August 2014-March 2015

Organized and created an event for the exposure of different music and arts from
different cultures on campus
Created presentations and was the head of many speeches to advocate and promote new
volunteers
Held meetings twice a week to hear ideas and turn in assignments to the school President
and Vice President
Handled and helped with the budgeting plans for the year

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