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America Lara

Indian Lake

Summary

Recent college graduate continuing my education, with experience in customer service, event planning, and data entry. Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and multitask across multiple projects. Skilled in problem-solving, communication, and program management. Passionate about leveraging knowledge to support the growth and success of a team.

Concerned Youth Care Worker experienced in working with children and youth ranging from early childhood through teenagers. Adept at completing home inspections and guaranteeing adolescents are safe and well taken care of. Coping with crisis situations and empathizing with juveniles from different backgrounds. Talented in developing and implementing core plans to meet individualized needs of children and young adults.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Care Worker

Southwest Key Program El Presidente
07.2023 - Current
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for at-risk youth through consistent supervision and positive reinforcement.
  • Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
  • Improved communication skills among youths by encouraging group discussions and collaborative projects.
  • Enhanced youth development by implementing structured activities and educational support.
  • Assisted youth with obtaining resources such as food, clothing and shelter.

Teacher's Assistant

Iglesia Vino Nuevo para las Naciones
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Teacher Assistant in the church, on Wednesday and Sunday services, some days I was in charge of giving classes to the kids, age 5 and below and even to 10 to 13 years old
  • Provided individualized instruction to small groups of students within a classroom setting, reinforcing concepts taught by the teacher
  • Focusing my lessons on the bible, and real-life scenarios.

Student Worker

Texas Southmost College
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Assist with clerical tasks such as answering phones, filing paperwork, and making copies
  • Welcome students, instructors, and staff
  • Assist students with appointment scheduling
  • Other responsibilities as assigned
  • Gained experience in data entry by accurately entering information into databases and spreadsheets.
  • Proficiently operate office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machines.
  • Collaborated effectively with colleagues across departments

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
12.2024

Associate In Science (A.S.) In Criminal Justice -

Texas Southmost College
08.2022

High School Diploma -

Los Fresnos High School
05.2020

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Leadership
  • Speak and understand English and Spanish
  • Computer Operation
  • Communication Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Front Desk
  • Youth supervision

References

  • Keila Martinez, Southwest Key Programs, Youth Care Worker Personal, (956) 923-0401, mahallyb@gmail.com
  • Itsel Salinas, BISD, Cop Friend, (956) 312-1143, itsel450@gmail.com
  • Kelly Martinez, Southwest Keys Program, Youth Care Worker Friend, (956) 564-5222, kellymartinez757@outlook.com
  • Maria Yesenia Quevedo, Personal, (956) 970-4929, yeseniaquevedo20@yahoo.com

Timeline

Youth Care Worker

Southwest Key Program El Presidente
07.2023 - Current

Teacher's Assistant

Iglesia Vino Nuevo para las Naciones
03.2022 - 03.2023

Student Worker

Texas Southmost College
05.2021 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Associate In Science (A.S.) In Criminal Justice -

Texas Southmost College

High School Diploma -

Los Fresnos High School

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