Aidan Perlitz
Santa Monica,CA
Summary
Dedicated student with automotive expertise and four ASE certifications, contributing to instructional activities as a Teacher's Assistant. Strong communication and teamwork skills developed through hands-on experience in diagnostics and maintenance, alongside a commitment to pursuing a teaching career in English as a foreign language.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Assistant
Santa Monica High School
Santa Monica
08.2023 - 10.2025
- Supported instructional activities and organized workshop to enhance learning environment.
- Assisted students with foundational automotive concepts, explained repair procedures, and reinforced safety protocols.
- Maintained organized, clean work environment while assisting in basic repairs on customer vehicles.
- Gained hands-on experience in the automotive field and developed practical skills in diagnostics, maintenance, and repair.
- Deepened technical knowledge and improved communication, leadership, and teamwork skills in a real-world shop setting.
Education
Business -
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA06-2025
High school diploma -
Santa Monica High School
Santa Monica, CA06-2025
Skills
- Automotive diagnostics
- Automotive maintenance
- Instructional assistance
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Literacy development
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Adaptability and time management
Certification
- ASE Certification Maintenance and Light Repair
- ASE A8 Engine Performance Certification
- ASE A5 Brakes Certification
- ASE A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems Certification
Accomplishments
- Peterson Automotive Technology Scholarship 2026 Recipient
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
Santa Monica High School
08.2023 - 10.2025
Business -
Santa Monica College
High school diploma -
Santa Monica High School