Alejandro Espinoza
Garden Grove
Summary
Dynamic, results-oriented professional with extensive experience in education, hospitality, and customer service. Proven track record in classroom management and student engagement, demonstrating rapid knowledge acquisition and strong analytical skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and bilingual in Spanish, with a talent for fostering positive learning environments and streamlining operations to enhance overall efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
In-House Substitute Teacher
Kipp Comienza Community Prep Upper School
Huntington Park, CA
12.2022 - Current
- Manage a class of 25 - 30 students
- Follow and teach lesson plans assigned, based off of California curriculum and standards
- Guide students through planned activities and tend to their physical needs
- Maintain effective classroom management strategies and applied advanced teaching capabilities in all subject areas
- Determine appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behavior and write a report for the teacher about the class's events
Bartender
Residence Inn Marriott
Garden Grove, CA
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Plan and present the bar menu.
- Prepare alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages for bar and restaurant patrons.
- Mix the ingredients to prepare cocktails.
- Interact with customers, take orders, and serve snacks and drinks.
- Assess customers' needs and preferences, and make recommendations.
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles, CA
08.2017 - 06.2021
- Manage a class of 25 to 30 students.
- Follow and teach lesson plans assigned by a permanent teacher for students in grades Pre-K, Kindergarten, through the 12th grade.
- Guide students through planned activities, and tend to their physical needs.
- Maintain effective classroom management strategies, and apply advanced teaching capabilities in all subject areas.
- Determine appropriate consequences for inappropriate student behavior, and write a report for the teacher about the class's events.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student needs.
Bartender
Cambria Hotel and Suites
Anaheim, CA
04.2020 - 03.2021
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Described drink flavors and taste profiles to customers to help with ordering decisions.
- Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.
- Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
Banquet Captain/Server
Holiday Inn & Suites
Anaheim, CA
04.2015 - 03.2020
- Prepare the schedule.
- Order material for private meetings.
- Serve dinners and private meetings.
- Maintain contact with kitchen staff, management, serving staff, and customers.
- Trained new employees by providing knowledge of specific standards and policies.
- Coordinated setup, execution, and breakdown of banquet events, ensuring seamless operations.
- Ensured compliance with alcohol policies by monitoring consumption at events.
Math & Language Arts Tutor
A Better Tomorrow Education
La Mirada, CA
12.2013 - 06.2014
- Math tutor for grades K-12.
- Language Arts tutor for grades K-12.
- Checked student academic progress by completing verbal exercises, grading assignments, and using mandated examinations.
- Analyzed student comprehension and prepared goals.
- Personalized quizzes and assessment programs.
Call Center Rep/Assistant
Crescent Healthcare Inc
Anaheim, CA
06.2011 - 11.2013
- Managed high-volume call operations to ensure efficient customer service delivery.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and issues to enhance satisfaction. Provided support in resolving product-related concerns. Facilitated communication between customers and service teams.
- Assisted with filing medical records.
- Maintained patient medical records and charts in an organized manner.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Physical Education, Kinesiology
California State University Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA05-2017
High School -
Bolsa Grande High School
Westminster, CA06-2011
Skills
- Skilled in Microsoft Office applications
- Fundamental Linux operations
- Typing Proficiency: 65 WPM
- Proficient in Spanish
- Rapid Knowledge Acquisition
Timeline
In-House Substitute Teacher
Kipp Comienza Community Prep Upper School
12.2022 - Current
Bartender
Residence Inn Marriott
03.2021 - 03.2022
Bartender
Cambria Hotel and Suites
04.2020 - 03.2021
Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District
08.2017 - 06.2021
Banquet Captain/Server
Holiday Inn & Suites
04.2015 - 03.2020
Math & Language Arts Tutor
A Better Tomorrow Education
12.2013 - 06.2014
Call Center Rep/Assistant
Crescent Healthcare Inc
06.2011 - 11.2013
High School -
Bolsa Grande High School
Bachelors of Science - Physical Education, Kinesiology
California State University Dominguez Hills