Arleth Valdez
San Diego
Summary
Offering strong dedication to customer service and willingness to learn in fast-paced environment. Brings understanding of food safety practices and ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently. Ready to use and develop organizational and communication skills in new departments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Special Education Teacher
San Diego Unified School District
San Diego, CA
05.2025 - Current
- Supported individualized education plans (IEPs) for diverse student needs.
- Assisted lead teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Collaborated with specialists to create inclusive classroom environments.
- Monitored student progress and reported observations to educators.
- Promoted social skills development among students through guided group activities and conflict resolution techniques.
Food Service Worker
San Diego Unified School District
San Diego, CA
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted in food preparation and service for student meals, ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas, following safety protocols to uphold hygiene.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, contributing to smooth meal production processes.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of nutrition and portion control guidelines.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
Sales Associate
Marshalls Department Store
San Diego
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided exceptional service to enhance shopping experience.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale system, ensuring efficient checkout experience for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to execute promotional events, increasing customer engagement and store traffic.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Substitute Food Service Worker
Heber Elementary School District
Heber, CA
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Prepared and served nutritious meals in compliance with dietary guidelines.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of food service areas.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently to support daily meal preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food service processes.
- On call Substitute
Sales Associate
New Border Tactical
El Centro, CA
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to promote sales and improve store aesthetics.
- Conducted inventory checks and restocked shelves to ensure product availability and minimize stockouts.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, fostering positive relationships and repeat business.
- Trained new associates on store policies and procedures to support team development and operational efficiency.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Education
Central Union High School
El Centro, CANo Degree - Addiction Disorder Studies
Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CA09-2023
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Decision-making
- Heavy lifting
- Quick learner
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Fast-paced environment
- Working with diverse people
- Food preparation
- Flexible schedule
- Cash handling
- Proficient in Mac OS and Windows Server
- Sanitation standards compliance
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Special Education Teacher
San Diego Unified School District
05.2025 - Current
Food Service Worker
San Diego Unified School District
04.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
Marshalls Department Store
09.2024 - 02.2025
Substitute Food Service Worker
Heber Elementary School District
05.2024 - 07.2024
Sales Associate
New Border Tactical
01.2023 - 11.2023
Central Union High School
No Degree - Addiction Disorder Studies
Imperial Valley College